Description: His left thumb is blackened and bruised, but otherwise he appears quite healthy. He does not wear sleeves and tends to eschew shirts when he can avoid it. He sports a flattop fur cut. He is baby faced.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. He believes the world needs to unite to get rid of gnolls once and for all.

History: He was born to loving parents in a slum to the north. His mother was a mechanic, and taught him how to fix just about anything. One night he noticed a nearby shooting star which he hiked out to see where it landed. It turned out to be an ancient artifact of some kind. He has done his darndest to repair it but it is currently non-functional.

Motivation: A strong sense of loyalty to Halfling people; and revenge

Ideals: Optimist, Persistence. Flaws: Racist. Bonds: Enemies, Poor. Occupation: Mayor

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: 50 gp.

Description: Wearing a closed helm and plate, one would not know what she was had she not made sure her armor was more form fitting than normal. Outside of the suit she typically wears green cloth garments or leather armor. She has dyed her greying red crest a little too much giving a sharp red color. Her eyes, though not visible through her cowl, are red.

Personality: She is very quiet and rarely speaks above a whisper. She has a small toy that she constantly fidgets with.

History: She was raised in a white middle class family as the only child. She sought a place where she would be rewarded solely on the merits of her skills. This search led her directly into Mayor work with an outfit from a few towns over. Mayor work suited her well, and with each successful project, she earned more gold and more respect from her peers. Unlike her family, who was content to work in a sleepy main town, she wanted to work in the city. She has been working here for the past few years.

Motivation: She is content.

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Shy, Addict, Mundane. Occupation: Mayor

Voice: Creaky witch voice

Possessions: 1300 gp. Chalcedony (50 gp). Red-brown spinel (110 gp). Sard (50 gp). Blue star sapphire (1400 gp). Carnelian (50 gp).

Description: An older man who prefers to wear brown clothing when he does not wear armor, he is not a threatening figure. His black fur is still thick. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He swings through moods quickly. One moment he is cool and collected, the next he is carried away by passions. He would rather hide behind his crafts than deal with other people.

History: He was born to a criminal king-pin and mafia family At a young age both his parents were killed in an accident. His uncle (a powerful person with enemies on both sides of the law) took him in and had him trained in basic self defense. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: He wants to get laid; and wants his loneliness to end

Ideals: Passionate, Artistic. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Criminal record, Job, Has a crush. Occupation: Baker

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 2100 gp. An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (180 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (180 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1000 gp).

Description: A man with a calm yet intense air about him, he prefers to wear the grand gowns of high society. He carries his fan with him everywhere and carries himself as the perfect gentleman. His hair is long and red with streaks of white, and is pulled back with small grey clips. His beard is white, braided, and well cared for. He is baby faced.

Personality: He is quite gentle and does not know the full extent of his strength. He works very hard to maintain that gentleness. He is a ruthless business man, a trait he acquired from his father.

History: Aldous was raised in a hard working conservative environment. His spouse left him for another, whom he beat to an almost bloody pulp. He did not win them back, but he came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. He now has a substantial network of resources ranging from contacts to ships to peers.

Motivation: To be a Sculptor again; and retire the richest man in the west

Ideals: Disciplined, Entrepeneur, Fighting. Bonds: Rich, Job. Occupation: Hunter

Voice: Squeaky

Possessions: 110 gp.