Description: He is a small man, but exceptionally fit. He dresses like a well dressed Spice Merchant does. His hair is cut close to his head. His brown eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: In the realm of puns, he cannot help himself. He feels obliged to make them. He will do just about anything if he becomes convinced it is for someone's true love, of this he is easily convinced.

History: He was born several months after his father was called into army service. He was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. He never won. He ran away from his former home and has been making his living as a Spice Merchant for the past few years.

Motivation: To settle down with his crush.

Ideals: Athletic, Joker. Bonds: Job, Has a crush, Military. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Speaks with lower jaw sticking out

Possessions: 600 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: 4'3" and muscular, this southern man likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. His red hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. His eyes are violet and he is always smoking a pipe.

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. He is obsessed with a lost civilization.

History: When he was but 4 years old his parents immigrated from the south. He dropped out of school before completing his studies. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: He wants to meet his childhood hero; and to reunite with his old friends

Ideals: Athletic, Logical. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Adventurer, Immigrant. Occupation: Guard

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 1800 gp. Jet (40 gp). Black pearl (700 gp). Malachite (11 gp). Red-brown spinel (40 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (800 gp). Zircon (40 gp). Amethyst (40 gp). Hematite (11 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Wearing a closed helm and plate, one would not know what he was had he not made sure his armor was more form fitting than normal. Outside of the suit he wears dark leathers with embroidery. He has wavy golden hair. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: He is unhospitable to his core. His small house has "No trespassing" Signs all over it. The war was a terrible time for him, and Bertram does not often speak of it. When he does, he does so with a strained expression and tears in his eyes.

History: He served in the navy to pay for his family's outstanding loans. 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. After a long history of fighting, Bertram and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: He wants nothing more than to rejoin the army; and he loathes his own lifestyle

Flaws: Insomniac, Antagonistic, Depressed. Bonds: Military. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Spits words with contempt

Possessions: 70 gp. 1 Breastplate.

Description: A woman with a cold, calculating air about her, she is renowned for her bright red dresses and hats. Her red hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. Her hazel eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: Aggressive, abrasive, and angry, Georgina embodies much of what other species detest in the Halflings. Georgina is a bit of a follower. Usually she is manipulated by her brothers into helping them out, but recently she has become more of a free agent.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Georgina grew up listening to her father's many stories. Before the accident, she was one of the most outspoken anti-Gnomish activists. She was mortally wounded, saved by a kind and fast-acting Gnomish doctor. She has drifted apart from her friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature spear.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor; and she desires power and/or immortality

Flaws: Antagonistic, Racist. Bonds: Family, Adventurer, Job. Occupation: Roofer

Voice: Deep voice with rolling R's

Possessions: Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1700 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (900 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1000 gp).