Description: This tall, slender man sports blue clothing, slightly heavier than average wear. His hair is short and white. His green eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: Aggressive, abrasive, and angry, Qualen embodies much of what other species detest in the Gnomes. He refers to his adoptive mother for almost all things he is unsure about, which are numerous. He is very much still a child and has not developed a drive for self-dependency.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Qualen grew up listening to his mother's many stories. Before the accident, he was one of the most outspoken anti-Halfling activists. He was mortally wounded, saved by a kind and fast-acting Halfling doctor. Due to his spouse's obsession with being a Layabout they were divorced and he won custody of their son. He worked as a Bricklayer, and he later adopted a second son.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and his spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion

Flaws: Antagonistic, Racist. Bonds: Family, Adventurer. Occupation: Bricklayer

Voice: Spanish accent

Possessions: 1000 gp. Deep blue spinel (200 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (9 gp). Onyx (80 gp). Black pearl (200 gp).

Description: This man wears a blue costume with the symbols of magic on his torso. He has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized topaz on his left hand. His tied-back hair is auburn. His amber eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: Abrasive and pushy, he has a hard time making friends. Despite his manner, he is extremely passionate and proud of his job, and he prides himself in being thorough and never missing a detail.

History: His history is one of pain. He was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves his parents kept. He graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. He advanced relatively quickly due to his good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it; and he is greedy

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Job, Slave, Military. Occupation: Miller

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: 2000 gp. Tiger eye turquoise (15 gp). Rhodochrosite (15 gp). Citrine (60 gp). Carnelian (60 gp). Smoky quartz (60 gp). Hematite (15 gp). Sardonyx (60 gp). Jade (70 gp). Peridot (60 gp). White pearl (70 gp). Chalcedony (60 gp).

Description: A woman with thick toned arms and a paunchy gut. She wears a robe, a symbol of strength around her neck, and a crossbow on her belt. Her long white hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. Her face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. Her spectacle hidden eyes are a deep blue.

Personality: She believes mankind has become decadent and spoiled by the march of civilization and an end should come to life as we know it. She does not trust anyone and sleeps with one eye open.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Anne grew up listening to her father's many stories. There was a wharf not far from home where she often wandered off to fish. Lacking all sense, she decided to go on an adventure. She picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: Meet up once more with her childhood friend.

Ideals: Fighting, Athletic. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Nature, Adventurer. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Eastern European accent

Possessions: 6000 cp.

Description: She wears a red coat over a white low-cut shirt, and a small hat upon her head. She has a moderate pudge and is not very fit. She has styled her silver hair well, parting it to the left. Judging by the bloodshot nature of her eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine she has not slept for days.

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 terrible with names forgetting people's names several times before they finally stick; this causes her no end of embarrassment.

History: She was born into a rich family. Brilliant and gifted she never wanted to apply herself. She has built up a small fortune and can afford her own way.

Motivation: She is greedy; and to get a good night's sleep

Ideals: Philantrophist, Gifted. Flaws: Insomniac, Forgetful. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Jeweler

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 230 gp. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.