Description: This man is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. He has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized aquamarine on his left hand. He has a long black beard with little hanging trinkets. His amber eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: He is overprotective of those who hire his services. He passes on several rewards to people in need. He makes a point to leave places better than he found them.

History: He was born in the south, but his parents moved at a very young age to the west. He has had some formal music training, and achieved minor success. He knows his nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but him.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it; and to protect his home

Ideals: Philantrophist, Artistic. Bonds: Rich, Guardian, Immigrant. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Italian accent

Possessions: 50 gp. Banded agate (6 gp).

Description: A woman with a calm yet intense air about her, she wears a suit in poor condition. It has not been laundered in sometime and has been worn in activities one would not normally wear a suit during. Her rusty crest is thinning but still full. Her red eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: She is envious of other's things. She hoards treasure, art, food, wine, and anything that she so desires. The war was a terrible time for her, and Hethress does not often speak of it. When she does, she does so with a strained expression and tears in her eyes.

History: She was born several months after her father was called into army service. She graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. She advanced relatively quickly due to her good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. When she grew older, she became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. She began work as a mercenary for hire. She would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: She loathes her own lifestyle; and she has passion for adventuring and risk

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Greedy, Depressed. Bonds: Adventurer, Military. Occupation: Mayor

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: She is an attractive woman, lean and moderately muscular. She wears dull black sweaters, loose red pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath her sweater she keeps a concealed shortspear, just in case. Her golden hair has been sun bleached extensively. Her amber eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: She is a woman who does what she needs to. She will acquiesce to black mail and extortion to avoid trouble. She dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. Her biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: She was raised in a plains tribe. A serious injury left her mother unemployed and in need of constant care. Her family became saddled with debt trying to care for her infirm mother. Recently she has begun working with bootleggers and crooks.

Motivation: To pay off her debts; and to share knowledge with the world

Ideals: Logical. Bonds: Attractive, Criminal record, Nature, Debt. Occupation: Cartwright

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 500 sp.

Description: This northern woman is abnormally tall. She likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. Her whole body is exceptionally muscular. Her red hair is slicked back into a classic pompadour. She was beautiful and young once, which still shows through her age, but it is a faded beauty.

Personality: She is very quiet and rarely speaks above a whisper. Her home and work are filled with various knick knacks she has acquired through the years. She cares a great deal for her adopted teenage son.

History: She was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. She took every job she could get her hands on, but the opportunities for Halflings in the north were limited. She hopes to save up enough money to one day pay a cleric to cure her.

Motivation: To unite with her brother; and doesn't want to be a baker and was forced into it by her family

Flaws: Shy, Disease. Bonds: Immigrant, Attractive, Family. Occupation: Baker

Voice: Complex vocabulary, royal

Possessions: 30 gp.

Description: He usually wears his red robe and has his kukri always slung over his shoulder. His skin is fair and his fingers are delicate and long. He sports a long auburn beard, and similarly colored long hair. He wears a mask on his face.

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 a logical person and will generally grow upset if things defy logic and science.

History: Trained by his mother for as long as he can remember he had it drilled in his head that it was his duty to serve his country. When he came of age, he joined a caravan that would eventually take him to the capital. He would practice along the way and, when he arrived, be apprenticed to a Miner. He inherited the family business which he has now maintained for 14 years.

Motivation: He has a crush on the local Junk Dealer; and wants to have a good time and be beloved

Ideals: Optimist, Logical. Bonds: Military, Job, Has a crush. Occupation: Miner

Voice: German accent

Possessions: 140 gp.