Description: A pudgy woman standing about 4'3" has a big stupid grin on her face most of the time. She wears dull brown sweaters, loose yellow pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath her sweater she keeps a concealed mace, just in case. She has wavy white hair. Her blue eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: She is envious of other's things. She hoards treasure, art, food, wine, and anything that she so desires. She is obsessed with a lost civilization.

History: Helja was born to in a poor docking district. She spent her early days working in the same smith shop her father was employed at, doing general labor. She has had some formal singing training, and achieved minor success. She now travels the world, in search of power and loot.

Motivation: She is terrified, and will act out of fear; and meet up once more with her childhood friend

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Greedy, Fearful. Bonds: Adventurer, Poor. Occupation: Cartwright

Voice: Loud with bravado

Possessions: 1600 gp. An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (70 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (1000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He wears a tight fitting black shirt and pants. He has a moderate pudge and is not very fit. He has done his best to style his red hair to look like a famous performer. He has a dull look in his gold eyes.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. He is however nostalgic and wants to reunite with his old comrades. He has some compunction and patriotism and will work for the government before all other clients.

History: He was born in the east, but his parents moved at a very young age to the south. His first spouse was a Dilettante, they had one son, but his spouse won total custody. Without his spouse to temper him he grew out of control. By chance he met his brother recently and the two have been together since.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Optimist. Bonds: Adventurer, Immigrant, Family, Religious. Occupation: Tanner

Voice: Dutch accent

Possessions: 700 gp.

Description: She is of a modest build and height, but she carries herself more imposing than she is. She is dressed in a clean blue cloak covering her clean studded leather. She has wavy silver hair. Her brown eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: Friendly and accommodating she would invite many more into her home than her spouse would be comfortable with if they did not express concern about it. She is a big fan of imagination and believes people should spend more time reading and writing.

History: Her arcane talent manifested at a young age. Aiming to upstage a rival house, her parents had her trained. Mella abandoned her home at a very young age, living in the fields and plains. She survived everyday through hunting and stealing from passersby. She did whatever it took for her to survive. She has dedicated herself to building a better trade route.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and she desires power and/or immortality

Ideals: Philantrophist, Logical, Gifted. Bonds: Adventurer, Job. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Italian accent

Possessions: 100 gp.

Description: Relatively heavier built than your average man, he is not imposing. He wears black robes with leather pauldrons. Though occasionally he wears more armor. He prefers to carry a bastard sword, but if one is not available he will default to his longbow. His crest is copper and very short. He has gleaming, smiling gold eyes.

Personality: He tends to agree with only himself unless someone else's opinion sounds like he can profit from it. He tries to control his temper but he can't always stop himself from what he feels what must be done. On top of that he is swayed by a pretty face, and while loyalty to his employer will always come first he doesn't like to hit women.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. Through the years after Shedinn was born, his father became increasingly distant from his family, instead choosing to pursue power in the west. Shedinn's father didn't care for him much, and the feeling was mutual. He has drifted apart from his friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature longbow.

Motivation: He wants to meet his childhood hero; and to settle down with his crush

Flaws: Antagonistic, Disease. Bonds: Has a crush, Adventurer. Occupation: Assassin

Voice: Spits and sputters

Possessions: 120 gp.