Description: Dark and lean, he is a relatively plain man. He has a large blue mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into his tan robe. He keeps his long auburn hair kept up in a rat tail. His voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: He dislikes all the random violence that takes place in the east. Flattery will make him almost putty in your hands.

History: A child with a great deal of music talent his parents made sure he got the chance to thrive. Burgell liked to wander the woods near his home when he was young, something he still likes to do at least once a week. He never liked modest clothing or shoes, so he would wander the woods barefoot and lightly dressed, and he developed a good sense of balance and learned how to climb and swim well. He bought a scimitar and has really upped his game hunting, due to his understanding of decoy and ambush.

Motivation: He is not mentally stable, and does not behave rationally; and he seems to be bored by most things

Ideals: Pacifist, Artistic. Flaws: Insane, Selfish. Bonds: Nature. Occupation: Locksmith

Voice: Forgets to breathe while speaking

Possessions: 100 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is a pot bellied northern man with a big hulking figure and broad shoulders. He wears suspenders and green workpants. His shirt is tan, and he wears a heavy green leather apron most of the time. He has dyed his greying brass crest a little too much giving a sharp brass color. His eyes are gold and catlike.

Personality: Friendly and accommodating he would invite many more into his home than his spouse would be comfortable with if they did not express concern about it. He cannot deal with unfamiliar people for more than a few minutes at a time and if they persist he will grow angry at them.

History: He was born on a small isolated farm. He was part of a huge silver rush, which was taken over by a mining company. The company confiscated a lot of silver, but the shipment was lost. He became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: Obtaining odd cultural Halfling artifacts is his passion; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Athletic, Philantrophist. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Nature, Adventurer. Occupation: Barber

Voice: Complex vocabulary, royal

Possessions: 300 gp.

Description: This woman is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers her face most of the time, and sports empty pouches on her belt. Her silver hair is slicked back into a classic pompadour. She has a dull look in her gold eyes.

Personality: She considers herself the protector of her home. She feels this is her duty and calling. Around other people she will do her best to conceal her emotions and appear jolly.

History: Sekhmet was born the youngest of three triplets. 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 Healer. She ran away from her former home and has been making her living as a Healer for the past few years.

Motivation: Many gnolls want her driven away; and wants to raise her children well

Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Guardian, Family, Job, Enemies. Occupation: Healer

Voice: Dutch accent

Possessions: 1700 sp.

Description: A plain young-adult woman, she is wearing a long, yellow, dusty cloak. Her tied-back hair is blonde. This hazel eyed easterner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: She is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help her friends. She considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. She would rather hide behind her crafts than deal with other people.

History: She was born on a small isolated farm. She sought a place where she would be rewarded solely on the merits of her skills. This search led her directly into Interpreter work with an outfit from a few towns over. Interpreter work suited her well, and with each successful project, she earned more gold and more respect from her peers. She has never given up on her writing dream.

Motivation: To reunite with her absent father; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Optimist, Artistic. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Nature, Job, Family. Occupation: Interpreter

Voice: Uses sign language

Possessions: 600 gp.