Description: This younger middle-aged man prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for his hunting needs, and a wedding ring on his right hand. His red hair is lengthy and is close to two feet long. His fierce gray eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: Here is a man who knows he is the smartest in the room. He talks down to others constantly. He dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. His biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: A powerful slaver made him what he is. His childhood dream was to be a Gardener, but he was a colossal failure. He's also a talented Gardener, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and wishes to resurrect an old love

Ideals: Impeccable, Logical. Bonds: Rich, In love, Mentor, Job. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Eastern European accent

Possessions: 1400 gp. Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1400 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (400 gp).

Description: He very much looks the part of a Stableman. His golden hair is knotted and matted. He has several tiny emerald earrings on each ear.

Personality: He can speak with the recently deceased. He is a font of random trivia from the lore and stories he has discovered

History: He was born at the edge of vast mountains. He was a friend to animals and a trickster. In his defense of animals however he would do severe harm to people. He has gone from town to town till he finds a spot where he can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor; and to be a barkeep again

Ideals: Gifted, Logical. Bonds: Job, Rich, Nature. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Forgets to breathe while speaking

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: She is a woman of bearing and well nourished. She wears a green wide-brimmed hat and green clothes. She keeps her silver hair in a pixie cut. Her eyes are likewise black.

Personality: Verin speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. She is clearly well-traveled and educated. She spends most of her days drinking in the Inn, the rowdiest and most dangerous establishment in town. There she gambles, wrestles and listens to stories told by travelers.

History: She was born at the edge of vast island. She was an adventurer many years ago and she formed a blood bond with her Human companion (her 'brother'). She moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: She is being blackmailed/forced/etc and this influences her actions; and she has comitted a past crime that haunts her to this day

Ideals: Impeccable. Bonds: Adventurer, Nature, Immigrant, Criminal record. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Stutters

Possessions: 80 gp. Amethyst (70 gp).

Description: Her right thumb is blackened and bruised, but otherwise she appears quite healthy. She wears a brown cloak and cross-gartered grey stockings. She sports auburn long hair. Her violet eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: She hates gnolls. She views them as having robbed her home of its proper glory. She will pursue extreme courses of action in the short term, confident that they cannot fail.

History: Sold as a small child to a brothel owner, Kathra was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. She eventually earned her freedom when her former master disappeared. Like her mother and her sister before her, after school she went straight into learning to become a Detective. She then took over the family business and is one of the better Detective for hire.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever; and balancing her hectic life and new detective responsibilities is difficult

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Enemies, Mentor, Job. Occupation: Detective

Voice: French accent

Possessions: 500 gp. Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (500 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (200 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (2000 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.