Description: He is armored in gleaming platemail with gilded edges. A flowing tan cape and mantle trimmed with soft violet waves gently in the breeze, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 3'6" when asserting himself. He keeps his white hair in a pixie cut. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are brown.

Personality: He is unhospitable to his core. His small house has "No trespassing" Signs all over it. Flattery will make him almost putty in your hands.

History: Born in the north to a Miner, Zook learned a great deal about his mother's area of expertise. Ostracized due to the arcane powers of his oldest brother, he and his siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Gnomes became a terror of the countryside. He's also a talented Herbalist, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: He is greedy.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Antagonistic, Selfish. Bonds: Rich, Job. Occupation: Miner

Voice: Creaky witch voice

Possessions: 6000 sp. 1 Breastplate. 1 Half-Plate. 1 Half-Plate.

Description: He is of a modest build and height, but he carries himself more imposing than he is. He dresses like a well dressed Guard does. He keeps his long silver hair kept up in a rat tail. His amber eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: He seems absolutely devoid of it. He stares off into space and will respond with overly literal and minimalist answers to questions. He has a minor phobia of water and hates getting wet.

History: When he was but 7 years old his parents immigrated from the north. 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 tends to his Guard job now, and dutifully fulfills any obligations he has.

Motivation: He feels threatened by others; and he seems to be bored by most things

Flaws: Mundane, Fearful. Bonds: Job, Immigrant, Rich. Occupation: Guard

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: She wears a simple tan robe with yellow stripes complete with hood. Her auburn hair is lengthy and is close to two feet long. She tend to wears goggles to shield her eyes.

Personality: She considers herself a woman of culture and sophistication. She likes a good challenge to her wits. She is obsessed with a lost civilization.

History: The child of southern immigrants she idolized her mother. Her first spouse was a Servant, they had one daughter, but her spouse won total custody. Without her spouse to temper her she grew out of control. She has since lost track of the people in her past.

Motivation: She feels the way she acts is they only way to get by in the world; and she'd like to take her coworkers down a peg

Ideals: Impeccable. Bonds: Adventurer, Immigrant, Family, Job. Occupation: Miller

Voice: Middle-eastern accent

Possessions: 500 sp.

Description: This woman prefers to wear the grand gowns of high society. She carries her fan with her everywhere and carries herself as the perfect lady, and sports empty pouches on her belt. She has styled her golden hair well, parting it to the right. This gray eyed southerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: She is highly sensitive about her name. She loathes it, but will not take any guff about it from anyone. She is cautious and jumpy. She reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Sarah grew up listening to her mother's many stories. While studying, she fell in love. They married and had a daughter. She now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: She feels threatened by others; and she's looking for her big break

Flaws: Sensitive, Fearful. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer, In love. Occupation: Brewer

Voice: Mousy voice

Possessions: 1300 gp. Blue sapphire (700 gp). Tourmaline (90 gp). Amber (90 gp). Jasper (80 gp). Coral (90 gp). Jet (90 gp). Black star sapphire (700 gp). Jade (90 gp). Alexandrite (1300 gp).