Description: She wears a grey costume with the symbols of the four houses of cards on her torso. She has relatively light skin and is very physically imposing due to her abundance of muscles. With wild auburn hair. Her hazel eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: She barks her statements quickly and with little fuss. She prefers small words and is at her heart utilitarian. She is obsessed with a lost civilization.

History: She was born in the north, but her parents moved at a very young age to the south. 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. 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: A rival would like her out of the picture; and seeks redemption

Flaws: Terse. Bonds: Adventurer, Immigrant, Military, Criminal record. Occupation: Weaver

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 380 gp. 2 Alchemist’s fire.

Description: He is of a modest build and height, but he carries himself more imposing than he is. He prefers to wear yellow pants and tee shirts. His hair is long and auburn with streaks of white, and is pulled back with small yellow clips. His beard is white, braided, and well cared for. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: He is filled with cunning. He likes to feign weakness letting people think he is weak. He is a ruthless business man, a trait he acquired from his mother.

History: He was born several months after his mother was called into army service. He dropped out of school before completing his studies. He routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and retire the richest man in the north

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Logical. Flaws: Secretive. Bonds: Poor, Military. Occupation: Tailor

Voice: Soothing and warm

Possessions: 390 gp.

Description: This woman is tall and muscular. She is wearing dark clothing and a heavy breastplate, keeping many of her physical features obscured. She has moderate length gray fur. Her eyes, though not visible through her cowl, are green.

Personality: She is a hateful person. She taunts others and blames them for her problems. She claims to be unscrupulous but at the end of the day she will do what she thinks is right.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Shivering grew up listening to her father's many stories. She sought a place where she would be rewarded solely on the merits of her skills. This search led her directly into Seamstress work with an outfit from a few towns over. Seamstress work suited her well, and with each successful project, she earned more gold and more respect from her peers. After a long history of fighting, Shivering and her spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and to reunite with her old friends

Ideals: Athletic, Justice. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Adventurer, Job. Occupation: Seamstress

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: 1000 gp.

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 wears dark leathers with embroidery. His fur is cut close to his head. His fierce amber eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. He has a minor phobia of water and hates getting wet.

History: He was born on a small isolated farm. A serious injury left his father unemployed and in need of constant care. His family became saddled with debt trying to care for his infirm father. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: He made a deal with a demon which lead to his current lot in life, and he's becoming increasingly nervous about it.

Flaws: Shy, Fearful. Bonds: Immigrant, Nature, Debt. Occupation: Guard

Voice: Creaky witch voice

Possessions: 100 gp. Chrysoberyl (140 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.