Description: This younger middle-aged woman tends to wear a black poncho over her likewise colored trousers and shirt, and a wedding ring on her left hand. Her chestnut hair is smooth and relatively long. Her gold eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. She has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: Uzza is a sociable creature first and foremost. She loves to listen to people at length before talking their ear off. She can carry on conversation for hours and will do so. She is lazy and tries to find solutions quickly.

History: Born in the north to a Masseuse, Uzza learned a great deal about her father's area of expertise. She was one of the best in her class, and was picked up by her current employer. She quickly showed her capability and was soon promoted to a head role. She has gone from town to town till she finds a spot where she can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: She is unsatisfied with her job; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Extrovert. Flaws: Addict, Lazy. Bonds: In love, Job. Occupation: Masseuse

Voice: Pronounces 'its' and 'is' like 'eats' and 'ease'

Possessions: 2000 cp.

Description: He is a small man, but exceptionally fit. He wears dull blue sweaters, loose black pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath his sweater he keeps a concealed shortspear, just in case. He has moderate length golden hair. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: A skeptical and narcissistic man, Ribbles's first love is himself. His second love is also himself. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: He was born to loving parents in a slum to the west. His father was a soldier and died while he was still young. Ribbles was left his father's suit of armor and trained in its use and care. After months of barely getting by, Ribbles managed to ambush a major caravan with a load of valuables. Instantly wealthy, he made his way to the capital under a new identity.

Motivation: He feels the way he acts is they only way to get by in the world; and wants to work out more often

Ideals: Athletic, Impeccable. Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Poor, Military. Occupation: Mayor

Voice: Smoker's lung

Possessions: 6000 gp. Jeweled anklet (3000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: She is well dressed, but even with her fine clothing she looks run-down, and she perpetually has her morningstar ready. Her hair is blonde and very short. This green eyed southerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: She seems absolutely devoid of it. She stares off into space and will respond with overly literal and minimalist answers to questions. She is obsessed with her god.

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Stacee was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. She eventually earned her freedom when her former master disappeared. Ostracized due to the psionic powers of her oldest brother, she and her siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Halflings became a terror of the countryside. Recently a tribe of giants attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Stacee fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: To find somewhere to settle down; and she is content

Ideals: Fighting, Gifted. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Religious, Mentor. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Soothing and warm

Possessions: 400 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This woman wears loose pants and a collared shirt complete with sweater beneath her coat. She is muscular with a powerful set of arms. Her brown fur has been sun bleached extensively. Her face possesses mild wrinkles. Her smile is extraordinarily sincere though she does not smile often.

Personality: She has always had a great fascination with Half-Orc culture. She is always in debt, since she spends her money on lavish parties and gifts for friends

History: She was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. From there she went from mercenary job to mercenary job. When she grew older, she became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. She began work as a mercenary for hire. She would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: She is currently in port desperately looking for someone to get her out; and she wants to meet her childhood hero

Flaws: Racist, Impulsive, Disease. Bonds: Adventurer, Slave. Occupation: Fortune-teller

Voice: Adds syll-ab-les for em-pha-sis

Possessions: Just what you see.