Description: An older woman who very much looks the part of a Blacksmith, she is not a threatening figure. Her crest is copper, silky, and of moderate length. Her voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: She is someone who is used to having a large amount of sex appeal. She also lacks a concept of privacy and shares just about everything. She is underhanded and not above using her wealth and body to get others to do her bidding.

History: From birth she was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. When she came of age, she joined a caravan that would eventually take her to the capital. She would practice along the way and, when she arrived, be apprenticed to a Blacksmith. She tends to her Blacksmith job now, and dutifully fulfills any obligations she has.

Motivation: Regain custody of her son; and find a way to reverse the transformation of her brother

Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Job, Attractive, Mentor, Family. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Timid voice

Possessions: 170 gp. 1 Average lock.

Description: A 5'1" western woman, she wears a tattered pair of loose black pants, a matching torn shirt, and a visible pair of similar condition same color briefs. She has no hair. Her voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: She is quiet and anti-social and can barely make it a few minutes in conversation before her hampering stammer kicks in. She is very protective of her business, her home, and her spouse. She is willing to work with less than legal methods but maintains the front of legitimacy.

History: She was born to loving parents in a slum to the west. When money was particularly tight she was walking through alleys when she overheard a Assassin hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. She made her way to the other competitor and parlayed her knowledge into a job. She remains aloof and afraid to be herself due to all the ideals others have placed upon her.

Motivation: A rival would like her out of the picture; and she possesses a valuable artifact that the thieves guild wishes to steal

Flaws: Ugly, Insane, Shy. Bonds: Poor, Criminal record. Occupation: Assassin

Voice: Soothing and warm

Possessions: Azurite (9 gp). 1 Banded mail.

Description: She wears suspenders and tan workpants. Her shirt is grey, and she wears a heavy tan leather apron most of the time. She has a slight overbite and is overall scrawny. Her silver hair is long and unkept. Her face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: She is quiet and anti-social and can barely make it a few minutes in conversation before her hampering stammer kicks in. She is always in debt, since she spends her money on lavish parties and gifts for friends

History: From birth she was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. A gypsy cursed her at a young age, leading to her ugly appearance. She has since married many spouses, only to have them die. She claims to not be responsible.

Motivation: She possesses a valuable artifact that the thieves guild wishes to steal.

Flaws: Ugly, Shy, Impulsive. Bonds: Mentor. Occupation: Bellfounder

Voice: Sleepy voice

Possessions: 400 gp.

Description: A middle-aged man, he wears many layers of old clothing at all times, and is pretty ugly. He wears a feathered hat to hide his balding. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: Damien hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate him. It was this clingy personality that held back his poetry career. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: Damien hails from a village terrorized by brigands. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Half-Elven companion (his 'brother'). Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: To reunite with his old friends; and many brigands want him driven away

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Hedonist. Bonds: Poor, Enemies, Adventurer. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: Stutters

Possessions: 3000 cp. 1 Darkwood Shield.

Description: She is a woman of bearing and well nourished. She dresses in violet turtlenecks beneath a red coat with green slacks. She has slicked back golden hair. She has gleaming, smiling blue eyes.

Personality: Cocky and sure of herself, she believes she is the best Merchant born in the past three hundred years. She enjoys reading and quiet.

History: Gifted from a young age, Myathethil studied abroad. Her mother had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted her to inherit them. She knows her nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but her.

Motivation: She is currently in port desperately looking for someone to get her out; and to be a locksmith again

Ideals: Logical, Gifted. Bonds: Job, Rich, Slave. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (30 gp). 1 Masterwork Common Melee.