Description: An older man who wears a weathered and beat up set of banded mail beneath an oversized black coat, he is not a threatening figure. His hair is greying and his face has many wrinkles. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his hazel eyes.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. He is often prim and proper but will on occasion tell either really disgusting or offensive jokes, which seem out of character.

History: Trained by his father for as long as he can remember he had it drilled in his head that it was his duty to serve his country. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. He has gone from town to town till he finds a spot where he can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: He wants nothing more than to rejoin the army; and wants to have a good time and be beloved

Ideals: Optimist, Joker. Bonds: Attractive, Military. Occupation: Map Maker

Voice: Low range voice

Possessions: 250 gp. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.

Description: Her skin is bronze and flawless. She prefers to wear black clothing when she does not wear armor. She is an epitome of beauty. Her black hair is braided into rings. Her voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: She fancies herself a trickster and likes to rely on her wits to carry the day. She cares for her older siblings and likes to be recognized by them. She pushes her goals aggressively. She is also a coward if confronted.

History: She was born to loving parents in a slum to the west. She sought a place where she would be rewarded solely on the merits of her skills. This search led her directly into Butcher work with an outfit from a few towns over. Butcher work suited her well, and with each successful project, she earned more gold and more respect from her peers. When her spouse passed she lost her only source of income but claims to her daughters to still be retired.

Motivation: An old rival family wants her found; and she feels threatened by others

Flaws: Insane, Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Family, Poor, Job. Occupation: Butcher

Voice: Irish accent

Possessions: 190 gp. Brown-green garnet (160 gp).

Description: A woman with a calm yet intense air about her, she is wearing dark clothing and a heavy breastplate, keeping many of her physical features obscured. She has dyed her greying silver hair a little too much giving a sharp silver color. Her eyes are likewise gray. Her teeth are yellowed and unaligned.

Personality: She takes her job very seriously, in part because she fears she cannot get a new one. She is a big fan of imagination and believes people should spend more time reading and writing.

History: When she was but 4 years old her parents immigrated from the south. Her childhood dream was to be a Stylist, but she was a colossal failure. As of late she has set up a hidden staging nest where she ambushes people she hires for escort.

Motivation: A rival would like her out of the picture; and she will attempt to ambush and attack anyone she thinks she can take on alone and try to knock them out with non-lethal damage. if successful, she will try to sell them to her slave-trader contact

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job, Immigrant, Criminal record. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Hard of hearing, loud

Possessions: 80 gp. 1 Disguise kit.

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he wears an old set of leather armor, nicked and torn by the ravages of time and battle. His silver hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. His green eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: He is irascible and easily irritated. He has all his life been fascinated with writing.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious southern family, he was no stranger to responsibility. He has had some formal writing training, and achieved minor success. Now he works as a writing tutor during his time off.

Motivation: He has a rivalry with the Church that dominates his actions; and his religion dominates his actions

Ideals: Artistic, Logical. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Religious. Occupation: Assassin

Voice: Excited and jittery

Possessions: 500 gp. Smoky quartz (40 gp).

Description: She does not wear sleeves and tends to eschew shirts when she can avoid it. Her hair is cut close to her head. Her face possesses mild wrinkles. Her smile is extraordinarily sincere though she does not smile often.

Personality: Stoic and calm, she prefers to meditate than take action. She constantly seizes attention wherever she goes and has come to expect this respect from everyone. She likes to think of herself as merciful, but nonetheless is very strict.

History: She got into the Soapmaker business at a young age. Through the years after Xanaphia was born, her mother became increasingly distant from her family, instead choosing to pursue power in the west. Xanaphia's mother didn't care for her much, and the feeling was mutual. She tends to her Soapmaker job now, and dutifully fulfills any obligations she has.

Motivation: Many giants want her driven away; and revenge

Ideals: Disciplined, Impeccable. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Job, Enemies. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: 90 gp. Azurite (15 gp). 1 Banded mail.