Description: She is a pot bellied northern woman with a big hulking figure and broad shoulders. She wears dark leathers with embroidery. Her orange fur is kept up in a ponytail inside a Stetson hat. She has several tiny topaz earrings on each ear.

Personality: She is not truly malevolent, but she is obsessed with singing. She constantly tries to fill her life with singing. She moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep her interest for a month it is impressive.

History: Born in a small village she learned the ways of the warrior from her mother. She was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. Her spouse died of illness and she inherited everything. 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 is greedy; and money/treasure

Ideals: Athletic, Artistic, Fighting. Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Servant

Voice: Soft and melodious

Possessions: 2100 gp. Amber (70 gp). Golden pearl (70 gp). Alexandrite (300 gp). Carnelian (40 gp). Red spinel (70 gp). Hematite (10 gp). Blue star sapphire (500 gp).

Description: He is a husky man, who is typically in his Guard uniform. His white hair is cut short with large spiked bangs in the front. This blue eyed westerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: Overbrimming with self-confidence, Nim isn't afraid of most anything. He has a strong dislike to people who do not believe in Elven unity. He is a ruthless business man, a trait he acquired from his mother.

History: He was born in the west. His mother disappeared, and while he tried to raise money to find his mother, he was betrayed dozens of times. He struck the Guard job and began his own company from there.

Motivation: Expand his business; and marry his brother to traveling adventurers

Ideals: Impeccable, Entrepeneur. Bonds: Job, Immigrant, Family. Occupation: Guard

Voice: Posh accent

Possessions: Banded agate (9 gp). Chalcedony (30 gp). 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.

Description: She stands about 3'2" and wears a robe, a symbol of the four houses of cards around her neck, and a scythe on her belt. Her right leg appears badly burned and disfigured. Her white hair is still thick. Her amber eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: Overbrimming with self-confidence, Nissa isn't afraid of most anything. She has a strong dislike to people who do not believe in Gnomish unity. Her philosophy is that everyone needs a friend and as such shows hospitality towards all.

History: She was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. Her spouse left her for another, whom she beat to an almost bloody pulp. She did not win them back, but she came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. Since then, she has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved.

Ideals: Fighting, Impeccable, Optimist. Flaws: Disease. Occupation: Tanner

Voice: Speaks with a cold

Possessions: 42000 sp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A man with a friendly, welcoming air about him, he wears baggy black pantaloons and a blue scarf. His red crest is knotted and matted. He has a tattooed face.

Personality: He is irascible and easily irritated. He is terrible with names forgetting people's names several times before they finally stick; this causes him no end of embarrassment.

History: Born in the south to a Baker, Quarethon learned a great deal about his mother's area of expertise. He was taken from his home at a very young age. He inherited the family business which he has now maintained for 5 years.

Motivation: To unite with his sister; and wants to raise his children well

Flaws: Antagonistic, Forgetful. Bonds: Job, Slave, Family. Occupation: Baker

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 800 gp. Violet garnet (400 gp).