Description: This man is bedraggled and starved. He wears a grey cloak and cross-gartered green stockings. His hair is auburn and curly. His amber eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: Randal hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate him. It was this clingy personality that held back his writing career. Randal enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for his love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. Before the accident, he was one of the most outspoken anti-Gnomish activists. He was mortally wounded, saved by a kind and fast-acting Gnomish doctor. After months of barely getting by, Randal managed to ambush a major caravan with a load of valuables. Instantly wealthy, he made his way to the capital under a new identity.

Motivation: A strong sense of loyalty to Gnomish people.

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Hedonist, Racist. Bonds: Poor, Mentor. Occupation: Actor

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 2000 cp. Freshwater pearl (9 gp).

Description: He wears a custom-built plate barding that's adorned with brown lining and desert motifs, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 4'3" when asserting himself. Sporting a black mohawk and bushy mustache this man's hair draws a lot of attention. His eyes are green and catlike.

Personality: Olunt is depressed about a lot of things. He tends to be a nihilist. He would rather hide behind his crafts than deal with other people.

History: He was born with several neurological imbalances, which makes sleep difficult for him. It may also be what makes him so good at details. A freak accident while working with his Butcher mother left him crippled. He remains aloof and afraid to be himself due to all the ideals others have placed upon him.

Motivation: He loathes his own lifestyle; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Depressed, Shy, Disease, Insomniac. Occupation: Guard

Voice: Speaks with back of mouth

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: A woman with a warm, jovial air about her, she is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. She has yellow fur. She has a tattooed face.

Personality: Quiet and reserved she prefers to listen than to talk. She will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. She passes on several rewards to people in need. She makes a point to leave places better than she found them.

History: Dynamic lived on a farm with her father, near the main road leading to a nearby town. She has chosen to use the inheritance that was left to her frivolously. She knows her nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but her.

Motivation: She would like to get married and retire; and wants her loneliness to end

Ideals: Fighting, Philantrophist. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Family, Rich, Has a crush. Occupation: Sailor

Voice: Jamaican accent

Possessions: 800 gp. Pink pearl (140 gp).

Description: She is renowned for her bright black dresses and hats. Her red crest is knotted and matted. Judging by the bloodshot nature of her eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine she has not slept for days.

Personality: She hates giants. She views them as having robbed her home of its proper glory. She invites people to come help in her community garden.

History: She was born several months after her father was called into army service. She sought a place where she would be rewarded solely on the merits of her skills. This search led her directly into Spice Merchant work with an outfit from a few towns over. Spice Merchant work suited her well, and with each successful project, she earned more gold and more respect from her peers. She has achieved small success as a Spice Merchant.

Motivation: Wants her loneliness to end; and wants a kiss

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Enemies, Military, Job, Has a crush. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Jittery and nervous

Possessions: 120 gp. 1 Everburning torch.