Description: He is of a modest build and height, but he carries himself more imposing than he is. He is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. His brown hair is lengthy. He has a dull look in his red eyes.

Personality: He can speak with the recently deceased. He has all his life been fascinated with writing.

History: His father raised him in a mountain cabin. Ostracized due to the necromantic powers of his oldest sister, he and his siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Tieflings became a terror of the countryside. He eventually got the idea of being the protector of his homeland from reading books, and has made it his duty.

Motivation: He wants revenge against gnolls; and someone believes him a fraud

Ideals: Fighting, Gifted, Artistic. Bonds: Nature, Guardian, Enemies. Occupation: Cartwright

Voice: Dutch accent

Possessions: Lapis lazuli (8 gp). Aquamarine (1400 gp). Coral (140 gp). Violet garnet (1400 gp). Jasper (60 gp). Iolite (60 gp). Freshwater pearl (8 gp). Lapis lazuli (8 gp). Chrysoprase (60 gp). Zircon (60 gp). Blue sapphire (1000 gp). Black opal (1000 gp). Banded agate (8 gp). Black pearl (1400 gp). Red garnet (140 gp). Tourmaline (140 gp). Black pearl (1400 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This younger middle-aged man is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time, and a wedding ring on his right hand. He has wavy brown hair. His white eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: He acts crazy and hedonistic. He misses his home and complains about the freezing weather, even in summer.

History: His history is one of pain. He was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves his parents kept. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: Wishes to resurrect an old love.

Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: In love, Immigrant, Slave, Rich. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Shortens vowels

Possessions: 200 gp. Red garnet (140 gp). Freshwater pearl (14 gp). Alexandrite (1500 gp).

Description: This exceptionally lanky woman wears a well pressed and immaculate suit (or dress). She has gray fur. She wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into her face.

Personality: She is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as she rather likes the sound of her voice. Her demeanor is somewhat feminine. She loves her children and doesn't want them to worry about her. She loves to share her writing with anyone who is interested.

History: She was raised in a white middle class family as the only child. She was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. She never won. 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 she is content

Ideals: Optimist, Artistic, Athletic. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Family. Occupation: Performer

Voice: Slow speaker

Possessions: 800 gp.

Description: This slender man stands about 5'5". He prefers to wear brown pants and tee shirts. His black fur, when down, is lengthy. His eyes are copper and he is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: He likes to make people angry or surprised. He lacks restraint and is impulsive. He jumps in and acts without thinking all too often.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Unemployed hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and to be a stylist again

Flaws: Antagonistic, Impulsive, Disease. Bonds: Poor, Job. Occupation: Unemployed

Voice: Scottish accent

Possessions: 500 gp.