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 is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. Her gold crest is braided into rings. She has gold eyes and a black hat with a yellow feather.

Personality: Aside from being a little slow due to sleep deprivation she is generally quite perceptive. She notices little details and can draw good conclusions from them. She is a ruthless business woman, a trait she acquired from her mother.

History: She was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. She was an apprentice working in her mother's forge. Recently a tribe of gnolls attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Burana fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Fighting, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Insomniac, Disease. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Eastern European accent

Possessions: Embroidered and bejeweled glove (3000 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (150 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp).

Description: He is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. He is portly but not overly obese. His crest, while still mostly red, has prominent grey streaks. He has a tattooed face.

Personality: He is fixated on the number 13. He counts his steps and bites of food to keep in track with it. He seems to be used to being ignored and not questioned about it. He is however greedy and will demand payment and proof of collateral's value and will produce a merchant's scale to make sure he is not cheated out of a speck.

History: Born in the north to a Farmer, Torinn learned a great deal about his father's area of expertise. He helped his father out around the business and became quite the natural. He has gone from town to town working and never settling down anywhere, but has fallen for a local Bricklayer. He hasn't told them the truth, but wants to settle down with them.

Motivation: He feels that his past leaves him morally obligated to help; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Fighting, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Job, Has a crush, Criminal record. Occupation: Farmer

Voice: Draws out vowels

Possessions: 800 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: She wears dark leathers with embroidery. She has moderate length red hair. She has gleaming, smiling amber eyes.

Personality: She is a very happy person and has lots of energy. To put it simply, she's a very lovable idiot. She can't help but pocket interesting objects she comes across

History: She was born in the east, but her parents moved at a very young age to the west. She was an adventurer many years ago and she formed a blood bond with her Halfling companion (her 'brother'). She became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: An old rival family wants her found; and meet up once more with her childhood friend

Ideals: Optimist. Bonds: Criminal record, Immigrant, Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Spy

Voice: Can't modulate volume

Possessions: 500 gp. Bloodstone (70 gp). Obsidian (14 gp).

Description: This slender man stands about 5'2". He wears brown trousers with black and blue striped suspenders. He wears various colorful collared shirts. His hair is short and golden. His amber eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. He has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: He takes his job very seriously, in part because he fears he cannot get a new one. He misses his home and complains about the freezing weather, even in summer.

History: He was born in a small island village. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

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

Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Job, Immigrant, Nature, Rich. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Italian accent

Possessions: 2500 gp. Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1200 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (300 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). Silver ewer (40 gp).