Description: She is wearing a long, white, dusty cloak. She is physically well-built. Her chestnut hair is lengthy and is close to two feet long. Her green eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: She loves justice and goodness and right action. Anyone who does not fulfill this criteria perfectly will no doubt get a lecture from her. She is the most sanctimonious self-righteous Halfling in existence. A true patriot, Vani would do anything for her country. She is fiercely protective of her fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: She was born several months after her mother was called into army service. Her parents died when she was young, and she was unceremoniously dumped in the city orphanage. Vani grew up in the orphanage, tormented by the older kids and famished from lack of food. To avoid death by starvation, most orphans take to a life of crime or prostitution (often both), and so did Vani. She is untrained/undisciplined, which makes her dangerous.

Motivation: She feels that her past leaves her morally obligated to help; and she wants revenge against brigands

Ideals: Justice. Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Military, Criminal record, Enemies. Occupation: Actor

Voice: Speaks fast with a slight lisp

Possessions: 1000 gp. Lapis lazuli (8 gp). Black pearl (400 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (8 gp). Black pearl (400 gp). Hematite (8 gp). Azurite (8 gp). Iolite (30 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 typically wears a sleeveless long coat of deep grey leather and dull brown iron scale mail. Her hair is long and black with streaks of blonde, and is pulled back with small grey clips. Her eyes are a pleasant violet.

Personality: Aline speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. She is clearly well-traveled and educated. The war was a terrible time for her, and Aline does not often speak of it. When she does, she does so with a strained expression and tears in her eyes.

History: She grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. 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. She moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: She seems to be bored by most things; and she wants nothing more than to rejoin the army

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Depressed, Mundane. Bonds: Military, Immigrant. Occupation: Barkeep

Voice: Soft and melodious

Possessions: 140 gp.

Description: A well shaped woman just over fifty, she wears rags and sports a simple walking cane. Her moppish red hair is in a traditional bowl cut. Her gray eyes peer out from beneath her deerstalker tan hat.

Personality: She is enamored with her job. She loves it. She likes the challenge and she likes helping those less fortunate than her. A fanatic, her devotion to her small selection of gods is unquestionable. She claims to be doing their will and will base all her actions on whether or not they would be pleasing to the gods.

History: She was raised by priests from a young age. She was an adventurer many years ago and she formed a blood bond with her Elven companion (her 'brother'). She then took over the family business and is one of the better Butcher for hire.

Motivation: To protect her home; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Bonds: Poor, Job, Religious, Mentor, Adventurer, Guardian. Occupation: Butcher

Voice: French accent

Possessions: 100 gp. A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (110 gp).

Description: Relatively heavier built than your average man, he is not imposing. He wears a well pressed and immaculate suit (or dress). His hair is long and black with streaks of red, and is pulled back with small brown clips. His beard is red, braided, and well cared for. He has a tattooed face.

Personality: He is a pretentious jerk insisting that modern society is full of problems and should revert to a simpler time. He has the money to obtain near anything and knows that if you pay a man enough he will sell his own mother. Money is his most trusted friend.

History: He was born at the edge of vast island. His mother took him hunting and taught him how to get in the mind of other creatures. He became a Engraver soon after.

Motivation: To pay off his debts; and wants to open a new tavern

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Nature, Job, Debt. Occupation: Engraver

Voice: Timid voice

Possessions: 210 pp. Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1000 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (900 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1200 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (5000 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (900 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (5000 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.