Description: A man with a friendly, welcoming air about him, he wears a fine chain shirt which he covers with tan colored cloaks and clothing. His long blonde hair reaches down to his waist. He has a dull look in his violet eyes.

Personality: He likes to fabricate stories about his past exploits and how crazy he is, but in actuality he is rather bland. He can see the true alignment of people by looking at them, and uses this to pass judgement.

History: He grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. Ostracized due to the psionic 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 routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: He seems to be bored by most things; and a deep hatred of illithids

Ideals: Gifted, Logical. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Enemies. Occupation: Bowyer

Voice: Gruff and masculine

Possessions: 42000 sp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: She likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. Her auburn hair is kept up in a ponytail inside a broad hat. Her hazel eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: Overbrimming with self-confidence, Salanop isn't afraid of most anything. She has a strong dislike to people who do not believe in Gnomish unity. She is susceptible to being scared and is in actuality easily frightened. She likes to tell stories.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Salanop grew up listening to her mother's many stories. When she came of age, she joined a caravan that would eventually take her to the capital. She would practice along the way and, when she arrived, be apprenticed to a Layabout. She has worked as a Layabout like her mother before her.

Motivation: She is compelled to act according to her religious beliefs; and meet up once more with her childhood friend

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Adventurer, Job, Religious. Occupation: Layabout

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

Possessions: Aquamarine (700 gp). Black pearl (700 gp). Red spinel (120 gp). Eye agate (13 gp).

Description: An older man who wears green painted combat armor at almost all times, he is not a threatening figure. He keeps his long black crest kept up in a rat tail. He has a tattooed face.

Personality: He fancies himself a trickster and likes to rely on his wits to carry the day. He cares for his older siblings and likes to be recognized by them. He is able to make almost anything out of random pieces of junk.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He knows his nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but him.

Motivation: Marry his sister to traveling adventurers.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Family, Rich. Occupation: Miller

Voice: Hard of hearing, loud

Possessions: 17000 gp. Tiger eye turquoise (10 gp). Citrine (70 gp). Azurite (10 gp). Coral (130 gp). Star rose quartz (70 gp). Blue quartz (10 gp). Black opal (1200 gp). Rock crystal (70 gp). Eye agate (10 gp). Rock crystal (70 gp). Freshwater pearl (10 gp). Chrysoprase (70 gp). Hematite (10 gp). Amethyst (130 gp). Sardonyx (70 gp). Jet (130 gp). Silver pearl (130 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: She is in excellent shape and is wearing dark clothing and a heavy breastplate, keeping many of her physical features obscured. Her black hair is braided into rings. Her eyes are blue and catlike.

Personality: She has two modes she varies between. On the job she is cold, steely and emotionless. Off the job she is a party animal. She enjoys reading and quiet.

History: She was born with several neurological imbalances, which makes sleep difficult for her. It may also be what makes her so good at details. She sought a place where she would be rewarded solely on the merits of her skills. This search led her directly into Masseuse work with an outfit from a few towns over. Masseuse work suited her well, and with each successful project, she earned more gold and more respect from her peers. She struck the Masseuse job and began her own company from there.

Motivation: Expand her business; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Athletic, Logical. Flaws: Disease, Insomniac. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Masseuse

Voice: Adds syll-ab-les for em-pha-sis

Possessions: Just what you see.