Description: This southern man wears a fine chain shirt which he covers with tan colored cloaks and clothing. His clothes are grease stained in places. His moppish black hair is in a traditional bowl cut. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: He cares much about the opinion of others, both in good and in bad: when keeping in line with his opinion, he thinks highly of the other person, but when opinions clash, he can get violently argumentative. He receives visions of the future at random moments

History: His history is one of pain. He was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves his parents kept. Ostracized due to the divine powers of his oldest sister, he and his siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Gnomes became a terror of the countryside. He left for the south, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: Wants a kiss; and he uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs

Ideals: Opinionated, Gifted. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant, Slave. Occupation: Bricklayer

Voice: Speaks with back of mouth

Possessions: 5000 sp. Amber (80 gp). Malachite (8 gp). Freshwater pearl (8 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This woman is renowned for her bright blue dresses and hats, and sports empty pouches on her belt. Her golden hair, when down, is lengthy. She has gray eyes and a blue hat with a black feather.

Personality: She tends to agree with only herself unless someone else's opinion sounds like she can profit from it. She tries to control her temper but she can't always stop herself from what she feels what must be done. She dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. Her biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: She was always a brilliant, if unscrupulous mind. She sought a place where she would be rewarded solely on the merits of her skills. This search led her directly into Unemployed work with an outfit from a few towns over. Unemployed work suited her well, and with each successful project, she earned more gold and more respect from her peers. She has gone from town to town till she finds a spot where she can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: She would like to get married and retire; and she is unsatisfied with her job

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Antagonistic, Insane. Bonds: Job, Has a crush. Occupation: Unemployed

Voice: Laughs frequently while speaking

Possessions: 180 pp. Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1100 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: She wears a simple green robe with violet stripes complete with hood, and carries lances. Her hair, while still mostly red, has prominent grey streaks. Her white eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: She is not truly malevolent, but she is obsessed with poetry. She constantly tries to fill her life with poetry. Nija enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for her love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: She was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. Her mother had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted her to inherit them. 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 desires power and/or immortality.

Ideals: Fighting, Artistic. Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Tanner

Voice: Sensual and smooth

Possessions: 1100 pp. Rock crystal (30 gp). Red spinel (100 gp). Brown-green garnet (100 gp). Obsidian (15 gp). Alexandrite (1300 gp). Chrysoprase (30 gp). Red spinel (100 gp). Blue star sapphire (1300 gp). Amber (100 gp). Carnelian (30 gp). Iolite (30 gp). Alexandrite (1300 gp). Jet (100 gp). Sard (30 gp). Rock crystal (30 gp). Chalcedony (30 gp). Blue quartz (15 gp). Deep blue spinel (1300 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (15 gp). Aquamarine (1300 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: She is a husky woman, who tends to wear a white poncho over her likewise colored trousers and shirt. She wears her auburn hair down. She has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. She wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: Abrasive and pushy, she has a hard time making friends. When she's not drinking or sleeping the drinks off, she's doing painting.

History: Vola was born the youngest of three triplets. She struck it rich when she found rare goods in large quantities. 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: Meet up once more with her childhood friend; and she desires power and/or immortality

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Family, Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Bricklayer

Voice: Boston accent

Possessions: 2100 gp. Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (2000 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.