Description: The dark-skinned woman stands 3'2" and wears a red deerstalker hat and red clothes. Her golden hair is slicked back into a classic pompadour. She wears an eyepatch.

Personality: Quiet and reserved she prefers to listen than to talk. She will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. A true patriot, Merla would do anything for her country. She is fiercely protective of her fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: She was born on a small isolated farm. She was a friend to animals and a trickster. In her defense of animals however she would do severe harm to people. She now owns her own business.

Motivation: To protect her home; and wants to open a new tavern

Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Military, Nature, Job, Guardian. Occupation: Butcher

Voice: Booming voice

Possessions: 1000 cp.

Description: He is generally well dressed albeit a few years behind the times. His attire stands in sharp contrast to his halberd, which is beautifully polished and possesses an ornate carving of a cross on it. His hair is always cut to a buzz. He has brown eyes.

Personality: While he acts the brute, he is far gentler than he would appear. He is used to getting what he wants. In part because he is a meticulous planner.

History: He served in the navy to pay for his family's outstanding loans. He graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. He advanced relatively quickly due to his good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. He has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: He wants nothing more than to rejoin the army; and retire the richest man in the north

Ideals: Fighting, Professionalism, Entrepeneur. Bonds: Attractive, Military. Occupation: Shipwright

Voice: Speaks fast with a slight lisp

Possessions: 130 gp.

Description: He is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down. His long silver hair reaches down to his waist. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: He can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. He never wears the same outfit twice, unless he absolutely has to.

History: His parents moved while he was still in utero so he is the first generation to be born here. His childhood dream was to be a Brewer, but he was a colossal failure. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: To settle down with his crush; and to be a brewer again

Ideals: Gifted, Artistic. Bonds: Immigrant, Job, Has a crush. Occupation: Navigator

Voice: Booming voice

Possessions: 1 Banded mail.

Description: A man of a pale complexion, he wears tight fighting clothing, which leaves very little to the imagination. His silver hair has been sun bleached extensively. His amber eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: He does not believe in betrayal or weakness as things to be tolerated. He loves his children and doesn't want them to worry about him. He loves to share his dancing with anyone who is interested.

History: His parents moved while he was still in utero so he is the first generation to be born here. He moved from fad to fad and when he turned 15 he discovered dancing. He left for the north, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: An old rival family wants him found.

Ideals: Fighting, Justice, Artistic. Bonds: Family, Immigrant. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 120 gp. 1 Masterwork Heavy steel shield.

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. He wears tattered old clothes. His tied-back hair is black. His blue eyes are passionate and lively.

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 also has developed a complete distrust of the Courier profession.

History: Gifted from a young age, Raer studied abroad. His family was turned out during the war. He and his family wandered south to less war torn lands. He has achieved small success as a Butcher.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor.

Ideals: Optimist, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, PTSD. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Butcher

Voice: Creaky witch voice

Possessions: 90 gp.