Description: A 3'0" northern woman, she wears clothing that is held on in multiple layers but all of it is in poor condition. Her hair is cut close to her head. She wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: She tends to agree with only herself unless someone else's opinion sounds like she can profit from it. She tries to control her temper but she can't always stop herself from what she feels what must be done. A fanatic, her devotion to her small selection of gods is unquestionable. She claims to be doing their will and will base all her actions on whether or not they would be pleasing to the gods.

History: She was born several months after her mother was called into army service. She was an adventurer many years ago and she formed a blood bond with her Half-Elven companion (her 'brother'). When she grew older, she became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. She began work as a mercenary for hire. She would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: She is compelled to act according to her religious beliefs.

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Poor, Religious, Military, Adventurer. Occupation: Miner

Voice: Boston accent

Possessions: 22000 sp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A woman with a friendly, welcoming air about her, she wears dull blue sweaters, loose black pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath her sweater she keeps a concealed monstrous two handed axe, just in case. She has dyed her greying auburn hair a little too much giving a sharp auburn color. She has several tiny ruby earrings on each ear.

Personality: Here is a woman who knows she is the smartest in the room. She talks down to others constantly. She invented a lineage for herself and claims to be descended from several legendary heroes.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious southern family, she was no stranger to responsibility. Her mother had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted her to inherit them. She's since become an addict/alcoholic.

Motivation: She wants to meet her childhood hero.

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer, Religious. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Uses lots of figures of speech

Possessions: 1900 gp.

Description: The light-skinned woman stands 4'1" and wears bulky brown painted plate armor. She wears a small hat to hide her balding. She wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: She is almost excessively polite to everyone, even when angry. Animals are drawn to her, and she is able to talk to them.

History: A child with a great deal of singing talent her parents made sure she got the chance to thrive. She always admired martial-users and wanted to develop the talent, but never had the affinity for it. She has drifted apart from her friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature hand crossbow.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Gifted, Artistic, Optimist. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Adventurer. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: German accent

Possessions: 700 gp.

Description: He is an average looking eastern male in his early mid-life. He wears a fine chain shirt which he covers with white colored cloaks and clothing. His brown hair is styled in orderly dreadlocks. His eyes are green and catlike.

Personality: He hates Halflings with a passion. As such he is filled with self loathing. Animals are drawn to him, and he is able to talk to them.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his mother and father. His mother taught him the rudiments of the Masseuse arts, while his father instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. Ostracized due to the psionic powers of his oldest brother, he and his siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Halflings became a terror of the countryside. He hasn't been sleeping well lately.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and to get a good night's sleep

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Racist, Insomniac, Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Masseuse

Voice: Pronounces difficult words wrong

Possessions: 1400 gp. An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (80 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.