Description: She tends to wear a heavy leather apron. Coupled with her rolled up shirt sleeves this gives her a very relaxed look. Her skin is fair and her fingers are delicate and long. Her golden hair is knotted and matted. She wears a mask on her face.

Personality: She likes to make people angry or surprised. She always tries to repair and not replace. It was this mentality that drove her into the Layabout business.

History: The child of eastern immigrants she idolized her mother. Her mother took her hunting and taught her how to get in the mind of other creatures. She bought a sickle and has really upped her game hunting, due to her understanding of decoy and ambush.

Motivation: She's repulsed by the PC; and she feels threatened by others

Ideals: Persistence. Flaws: Antagonistic, Fearful. Bonds: Immigrant, Nature. Occupation: Layabout

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 800 gp. An elaborate, whalebone scrimshaw carving of intertwined orbs, each showing the legend of creation story (40 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A well shaped woman just over fifty, she prefers to wear brown pants and tee shirts. Her hair is always cut to a buzz. Her face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. Her spectacle hidden eyes are a deep hazel.

Personality: She is highly sensitive about her name. She loathes it, but will not take any guff about it from anyone. A true patriot, Melissa would do anything for her country. She is fiercely protective of her fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: Melissa was born into a poor family. Growing up, she dreamt of becoming a Rogue, to bring honor to her family’s name. When she came of age, she applied for a position with her town's local guard, looking to work her way up via merit and eventually become a Rogue in service of a powerful lord somewhere. 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 has passion for adventuring and risk; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Flaws: Sensitive, Insane. Bonds: Military, Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: Can't modulate volume

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: This tall, slender woman wears a faded coat and loose pants complete with broad hat. Her hair is golden and curly. Her otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: She is highly sensitive about her name. She loathes it, but will not take any guff about it from anyone. She passes on several rewards to people in need. She makes a point to leave places better than she found them.

History: Her father raised her in a mountain cabin. In her 13th year, her parents were killed by a orcs raid, leaving Volen alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, she was adopted. She bought a sword and has really upped her game hunting, due to her understanding of decoy and ambush.

Motivation: A deep hatred of orcs; and revenge

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Sensitive. Bonds: Poor, Nature, Enemies. Occupation: Priest

Voice: Spits and sputters

Possessions: 1200 sp.

Description: This late middle aged man wears a blue costume with the symbols of magic on his torso and is in decent physical shape. His hair is long and auburn with streaks of brown, and is pulled back with small blue clips. His beard is brown, braided, and well cared for. His hazel eyes peer out from beneath his deerstalker blue hat.

Personality: Aggressive, abrasive, and angry, Gimble embodies much of what other species detest in the Gnomes. He has zero loyalty and will suck up to whomever is within range, in the hopes of being moved to a better position.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. He inherited a moderately successful company from his mother. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. He has achieved small success as a Slave Trader.

Motivation: Half-Elven compassion; and expand his business

Flaws: Antagonistic, Fearful, Racist. Bonds: Rich, Job. Occupation: Slave Trader

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 2000 gp. Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (140 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (60 gp). 1 Medium magic item.