Description: She is a paragon of her species. She is larger and stronger than most Elves. Her skin is dark but she possesses many brown ritualistic tattoos. She wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. Her black hair is kept up in a ponytail inside a Stetson hat. Her hazel eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: She is almost excessively polite to everyone, even when angry. Baelitae enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for her love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: Her parents moved while she was still in utero so she is the first generation to be born here. Her homeland was ravaged by war and she spent much of her life rebuilding it. She has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: Retire the richest woman in the north; and she is compelled to act according to her religious beliefs

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Shy, Hedonist, PTSD. Bonds: Immigrant. Occupation: Butcher

Voice: Australian accent

Possessions: 200 gp. Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (500 gp). 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: The man speaks with an almost imperceptible accent. He seems to always be the slightest bit damp as if he got out from a pool a few moments ago. He is well dressed, constantly wearing a black suit, white shirt, and brown tie. His long dark red hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. His eyes are likewise black.

Personality: He tends to agree with only himself unless someone else's opinion sounds like he can profit from it. He tries to control his temper but he can't always stop himself from what he feels what must be done. He believes the world needs to unite to get rid of dire rats once and for all.

History: He was born several months after his father was called into army service. His parents divorced when he was young, and his father gained full cudstody. He was regularly beaten by his father, who blamed him for driving them apart. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to dire rats demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: Many dire rats want him driven away.

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Immigrant, Poor, Enemies, Military. Occupation: Roofer

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 700 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He wears a robe, a symbol of magic around his neck, and a hammer on his belt. His crest, while still mostly scarlet, has prominent grey streaks. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He fancies himself a trickster and likes to rely on his wits to carry the day. He cares for his older siblings and likes to be recognized by them. His temper goes off on the smallest of things. He tends to lash out at those around him.

History: He comes from a rich western family. Before the accident, he was one of the most outspoken anti-Dragonborn activists. He was mortally wounded, saved by a kind and fast-acting Dragonborn doctor. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: An old rival family wants him found.

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Antagonistic, Racist. Bonds: Family, Rich. Occupation: Glassblower

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: 500 gp.

Description: He is of a modest build and height, but he carries himself more imposing than he is. He prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for his hunting needs. He keeps his orange fur in a pixie cut. His green eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: Aside from being a little slow due to sleep deprivation he is generally quite perceptive. He notices little details and can draw good conclusions from them. He does suffer from mild PTSD, and the sight of orcs may trigger it at times.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his mother and father. His mother taught him the rudiments of the Animal Trainer arts, while his father instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. When he came of age, he joined a caravan that would eventually take him to the capital. He would practice along the way and, when he arrived, be apprenticed to a Animal Trainer. He has drifted apart from his friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature trident.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Rich, Enemies, Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 200 gp. Tiger eye turquoise (16 gp). Violet garnet (1000 gp). Banded agate (16 gp). Fire opal (1300 gp).