Description: A woman with a warm, jovial air about her, she wears many layers of old clothing at all times. Sporting a silver mohawk this woman's hair draws a lot of attention. Her eyes are a pleasant green.

Personality: Ovak is a sociable creature first and foremost. She loves to listen to people at length before talking their ear off. She can carry on conversation for hours and will do so. She disdains her fellow westerners, claiming they make her look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious western family, she was no stranger to responsibility. Aside from being a slave or a gladiator, there isn't much legitimate work for Half-Orcs in Ovak's homeland. Ovak decided to take the middle way and become a bodyguard. Recently a tribe of drow attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Ovak fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: Her religion dominates her actions; and she is compelled to act according to her religious beliefs

Ideals: Extrovert, Fighting. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant, Religious. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: 6000 cp. Freshwater pearl (9 gp).

Description: She is armored in gleaming platemail with gilded edges. A flowing brown cape and mantle trimmed with soft yellow waves gently in the breeze. Her black hair is wavy and long. Her eyes are likewise green.

Personality: She is irritable and easily angered. She is a bit of a bully and is not afraid to use her stature and powers to intimidate and hurt. She has a cruel streak; something she gained from her previous mentor. She harbors resentment against her former mentor.

History: Born in the west to a Stableman, Beatrice learned a great deal about her mother's area of expertise. Her parents divorced when she was young, and her mother gained full cudstody. She was regularly beaten by her mother, who blamed her for driving them apart. She tends to her Stableman job now, and dutifully fulfills any obligations she has.

Motivation: Retire the richest woman in the west; and she has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Mentor, Job. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Adds syll-ab-les for em-pha-sis

Possessions: 60 gp.

Description: He is of a modest build and height, but he carries himself more imposing than he is. He wears a black armored body suit, with a simple tan line shooting up and back down. He has a small bristly mustache and wavy silver hair. His hazel unseeing eyes seem to look past you.

Personality: He considers himself the protector of his home. He feels this is his duty and calling. He takes great joy in being the best Marshal in town.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. A freak accident while working with his Barber father left him crippled. He now owns his own business.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and sabotage a competitor

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Guardian, Job. Occupation: Marshal

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: 300 sp.

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he tends to wear a tan poncho over his likewise colored trousers and shirt. He wears his golden hair up. His eyes are green.

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 Barber profession.

History: Cockaby was raised in a hard working conservative environment. He was one of the best in his class, and was picked up by his current employer. He quickly showed his capability and was soon promoted to a head role. He has achieved small success as a Detective.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and obtaining odd cultural half-orc artifacts is his passion

Ideals: Optimist. Bonds: Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Detective

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 220 gp.

Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He usually wears his white robe and has his quarterstaff always slung over his shoulder. His hair is always cut to a buzz. He is missing an eye and his face is severely sunburned. His one remaining eye shines hazel.

Personality: He dislikes all the random violence that takes place in the north. He has a habit of throwing himself into exceedingly dangerous situations.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Tûmhom grew up listening to his father's many stories. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Halfling companion (his 'brother'). Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: He wants to meet his childhood hero.

Ideals: Pacifist. Flaws: Ugly, Impulsive. Bonds: Immigrant, Adventurer. Occupation: Bricklayer

Voice: Creaky witch voice

Possessions: 70 gp.