Description: A pudgy man standing about 3'1" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright red and green, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. He wears a deerstalker hat to hide his balding. His green eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: He goes out his way to put a smile on everyone's face. There's no-one he won't accept into his heart. His home and work are filled with various knick knacks he has acquired through the years. He cares a great deal for his adopted teenage son.

History: He was born at the edge of vast forest. His first spouse was a Interpreter, they had one son, but his spouse won total custody. Without his spouse to temper him he grew out of control. He eventually got the idea of being the protector of his homeland from reading books, and has made it his duty.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him; and he has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Optimist, Impeccable. Bonds: Rich, Family, Nature, Guardian. Occupation: Masseuse

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 800 gp. Lapis lazuli (15 gp). Red-brown spinel (150 gp). Azurite (15 gp). Hematite (15 gp).

Description: A man of a pale complexion, he wears baggy violet pantaloons and a red scarf. He has shaved his head bald. He is baby faced.

Personality: A grumpy guy he will invite people to lunch so he can critique them. Yet he still seems generally likeable, like a lovable grump. He is a great chef.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. His mother took him hunting and taught him how to get in the mind of other creatures. After a long history of fighting, Fivin and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: Several ex partners dislike his way of doing things and want revenge; and he's repulsed by the pc

Ideals: Philantrophist, Gifted. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Poor, Nature. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Forgets to breathe while speaking

Possessions: 2100 sp. Blue quartz (13 gp).

Description: Wearing a closed helm and plate, one would not know what she was had she not made sure her armor was more form fitting than normal. Outside of the suit she wears well tailored gowns and hats with beautiful decoration. She is almost always dressed for an outing in high society. She wears a Stetson hat to hide her balding. Her fierce hazel eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: She hates orcs. She views them as having robbed her home of its proper glory. A true patriot, Vola would do anything for her country. She is fiercely protective of her fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: Vola hails from a village terrorized by orcs. Her family was being driven out of business by several neighboring competitors. The father sought out extralegal help and others began closing their doors. She saw this and took pride in her father's willingness to do anything to win. After months of barely getting by, Vola managed to ambush a major caravan with a load of valuables. Instantly wealthy, she made her way to the capital under a new identity.

Motivation: She wants nothing more than to rejoin the army; and she is being blackmailed/forced/etc and this influences her actions

Bonds: Rich, Enemies, Military, Criminal record. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Pronounces 'its' and 'is' like 'eats' and 'ease'

Possessions: 1200 gp.

Description: His left thumb is blackened and bruised, but otherwise he appears quite healthy. He wears red trousers with brown and white striped suspenders. He wears various colorful collared shirts. He has wavy brown hair. His brown eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: He is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as he rather likes the sound of his voice. His demeanor is somewhat feminine. He is terrible with names forgetting people's names several times before they finally stick; this causes him no end of embarrassment.

History: He was born several months after his father was called into army service. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Dwarven companion (his 'brother'). He became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of his sister; and he has passion for adventuring and risk

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Forgetful. Bonds: Military, Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Bowyer

Voice: Middle-eastern accent

Possessions: 2600 sp. Aquamarine (600 gp).