Description: This woman is tall and muscular. She is well dressed, but even with her fine clothing she looks run-down. Her black hair is cut short. Her gray eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: Here is a woman who knows she is the smartest in the room. She talks down to others constantly. She does not mind isolation but does not hate company and attempts to receive them as best as possible.

History: She was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. In her 16th year, her parents were killed by a brigands raid, leaving Mardred alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, she was adopted. She has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to brigands demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: She is greedy; and she wants revenge against brigands

Ideals: Athletic, Impeccable, Extrovert. Bonds: Rich, Enemies. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 300 sp. 1 Half-Plate.

Description: She is a husky woman, who has a large grey mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into her blue robe. Her hair is auburn and curly. Her eyes, though not visible through her cowl, are brown.

Personality: Helja hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate her. It was this clingy personality that held back her dancing career. She loves her children and doesn't want them to worry about her. She loves to share her dancing with anyone who is interested.

History: She was born to a criminal king-pin and mafia family She graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. She advanced relatively quickly due to her good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. She has since lost track of the people in her past.

Motivation: She made a deal with a demon which lead to her current lot in life, and she's becoming increasingly nervous about it; and she possesses a valuable artifact that the thieves guild wishes to steal

Ideals: Artistic. Bonds: Family, Criminal record, Military, Debt. Occupation: Fletcher

Voice: Stutters

Possessions: 7000 cp. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: He is lean but muscular and dresses in grey turtlenecks beneath a blue coat with black slacks. His hair is cut close to his head. His eyes are likewise blue.

Personality: He will use flattery and sarcasm to attack and weaken his opponents. Despite his formidable combat skills he remains a coward. The war was a terrible time for him, and Thorin does not often speak of it. When he does, he does so with a strained expression and tears in his eyes.

History: Heir to a fortune, his parents put a great deal of effort into curing his disease. He inherited a moderately successful company from his mother. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it; and he loathes his own lifestyle

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Depressed, Disease. Bonds: Military, Rich. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: pre-pubescent

Possessions: 900 sp.

Description: She is dressed in earthy colors with a black and grey handkerchief worn on her right side. She keeps her auburn hair in a pixie cut. Her brown eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: She seems absolutely devoid of it. She stares off into space and will respond with overly literal and minimalist answers to questions. She pushes her goals aggressively. She is also a coward if confronted.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious northern family, she was no stranger to responsibility. Her father was a mechanic, and taught her how to fix just about anything. 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: To end her boredom; and someone believes her a fraud

Ideals: Persistence. Flaws: Mundane, Fearful. Bonds: Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Roofer

Voice: Soothing and warm

Possessions: 80000 cp. Tourmaline (40 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.