Description: This fat western woman has a bulbous nose and wears blue painted combat armor at almost all times. Her skin is also unnaturally pale. She wears a broad hat to cover her moderate length auburn hair. Judging by the bloodshot nature of her eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine she has not slept for days.

Personality: Althaea speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. She is clearly well-traveled and educated. Further she is a bit of a stoner and is frequently out of it.

History: She was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of her parents. Her mother was very strict, and drilled into her lessons on being the perfect lady. She hasn't been sleeping well lately.

Motivation: She doesn't get along with people that don't share her tastes; and she feels the way she acts is they only way to get by in the world

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly, Insomniac, Addict. Occupation: Farmer

Voice: Forgets to breathe while speaking

Possessions: 2900 sp. Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (400 gp). A silver and pearl hairclip (100 gp).

Description: This southern man is abnormally tall. He is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. His whole body is exceptionally muscular. He has no hair. His face is scarred and worn.

Personality: He is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as he rather likes the sound of his voice. His demeanor is somewhat feminine. He has a small toy that he constantly fidgets with.

History: Born in a small village he learned the ways of the warrior from his father. His spouse left him for another, whom he beat to an almost bloody pulp. He did not win them back, but he came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. Since then, he has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world.

Ideals: Fighting, Optimist, Logical. Flaws: Ugly, Addict. Bonds: Immigrant. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Speaks fast with a slight lisp

Possessions: 220 gp. 1 Half-Plate.

Description: This eastern man's face is deformed and paralyzed on one side. As such, he slurs his words together. He wears blue painted combat armor at almost all times. His long black hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. His fierce hazel eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: Confrontational and typically high on some drug or another. His philosophy is that everyone needs a friend and as such shows hospitality towards all.

History: Gennal hails from a village terrorized by gnolls. His parents were killed by gnolls in a raid when he was still a young child. The gnolls captured him, and made him a slave and general play-thing. He was beaten and tortured regularly, leading to his deformed appearance. Days after completing his studies, news broke out that his hometown was attacked by gnolls. Gennal was horrified and prayed that his mother was alright. However, he heard that his mother had died fighting off the gnolls.

Motivation: Several ex partners dislike his way of doing things and want revenge; and a deep hatred of gnolls

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly, Addict. Bonds: Enemies. Occupation: Doctor

Voice: Sighs a lot, exhausted

Possessions: 100 sp.

Description: 6'5" and lanky with angular features, she is an attractive figure. She wears black leather gloves, a black jacket, and tight pants. Her silver crest is knotted and matted. Her face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: She barks her statements quickly and with little fuss. She prefers small words and is at her heart utilitarian. As long as the job gets done she does not care how it got done.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious northern family, she was no stranger to responsibility. She went to a religious school and was inspired by the priests there in charitable deeds. She has dedicated herself to building a better trade route.

Motivation: She has a rivalry with the Church that dominates her actions; and her religion dominates her actions

Ideals: Professionalism. Flaws: Terse. Bonds: Attractive, Religious. Occupation: Detective

Voice: High pitched and raspy

Possessions: 200 gp. 4 Tanglefoot bags. 4 Acid flasks.

Description: A woman with a calm yet intense air about her, she wears very tight pants and wife beaters, though occasionally she sports a grey coat. Her hair is long and silver with streaks of chestnut, and is pulled back with small grey clips. Her fierce amber eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: She cares much about the opinion of others, both in good and in bad: when keeping in line with her opinion, she thinks highly of the other person, but when opinions clash, she can get violently argumentative. She is always in debt, since she spends her money on lavish parties and gifts for friends

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Gunnloda was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. She eventually earned her freedom when her former master disappeared. Gunnloda abandoned her home at a very young age, living in the fields and plains. She survived everyday through hunting and stealing from passersby. She did whatever it took for her to survive. Lacking all sense, she decided to go on an adventure. She picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: Her spouse's relatives view her with great suspicion; and her relatives are trying to arrange a marriage

Ideals: Opinionated. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Mentor, Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Cartwright

Voice: Low range voice

Possessions: Just what you see.