Description: This woman is well dressed, constantly wearing a black suit, brown shirt, and violet tie. She has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized opal on her right hand. Her chestnut hair has been sun bleached extensively. Her black eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: She cares much about the opinion of others, both in good and in bad: when keeping in line with her opinion, she thinks highly of the other person, but when opinions clash, she can get violently argumentative. She is very protective of her business, her home, and her spouse. She is willing to work with less than legal methods but maintains the front of legitimacy.

History: Markosian was raised in a hard working conservative environment. She was an apprentice working in her mother's forge. After months of barely getting by, Markosian managed to ambush a major caravan with a load of valuables. Instantly wealthy, she made her way to the capital under a new identity.

Motivation: She wants revenge against giants; and someone believes her a fraud

Ideals: Opinionated. Bonds: Rich, Criminal record, Job, Enemies. Occupation: Servant

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: 2800 sp. 1 Everburning torch. 5 Acid flasks.

Description: He is a man of bearing and well nourished. He wears bulky yellow painted plate armor. He has dyed his greying auburn hair a little too much giving a sharp auburn color. He has several tiny ruby earrings on each ear.

Personality: He is quite rude, and likes to deride his opponents skill and shout insults at them. He has a minor phobia of water and hates getting wet.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. He dropped out of school before completing his studies. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and he is wracked by social anxiety

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Antagonistic, Fearful. Bonds: Rich, Mentor. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: Excited and jittery

Possessions: 700 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A woman with thick toned arms and a paunchy gut. She is wearing colorful clothing, dressed as a Bather. Her hair is golden and curly. Her eyes are likewise amber.

Personality: She considers herself the protector of her home. She feels this is her duty and calling. She is an amazing painter.

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Tiaathque was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. She eventually earned her freedom when her former master disappeared. She was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. Her spouse died of illness and she inherited everything. She has built up a small fortune and can afford her own way.

Motivation: Her spouse's relatives view her with great suspicion; and wants to raise her children well

Ideals: Athletic, Gifted. Bonds: Guardian, Mentor, Rich, Family. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: 500 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He wears light armors faded through time and improper care. He wears a small hat to cover his moderate length brown hair. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: Stoic and calm, he prefers to meditate than take action. He loves teas. He is very sensitive about his face. To blow off anger he lifts weights and to control his otherwise explosive temper he works out a lot.

History: He was born into a rich family. He has chosen to use the inheritance that was left to him frivolously. He left for the west, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: Money/treasure.

Ideals: Disciplined, Fighting. Bonds: Immigrant, Rich. Occupation: Weaver

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: 130 gp. Rhodochrosite (7 gp).