Description: The woman speaks with an almost imperceptible accent. She seems to always be the slightest bit damp as if she got out from a pool a few moments ago. She is armored in gleaming platemail with gilded edges. A flowing white cape and mantle trimmed with soft violet waves gently in the breeze. She keeps her golden hair in a flapper bob. She has a dull look in her blue eyes.

Personality: She snorts whenever she laughs or is feeling confident. She will pursue extreme courses of action in the short term, confident that they cannot fail.

History: Raised by wardens she was only a novice when orcs swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. In her 15th year, her parents were killed by a orcs raid, leaving Nikki alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, she was adopted. She knows her nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but her.

Motivation: Many orcs want her driven away; and to prove her worth to the world

Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Rich, Immigrant, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: Speaks with back of mouth

Possessions: Solid gold idol (1000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (170 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1800 gp). Solid gold idol (1000 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (170 gp). Old masterpiece painting (500 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp). Solid gold idol (1000 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (500 gp).

Description: This western man has a large white mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into his green robe. His clothes are grease stained in places. He has a long chestnut beard with little hanging trinkets. His hazel eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: While he acts the brute, he is far gentler than he would appear. He is able to make almost anything out of random pieces of junk.

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 Banker hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. He left for the west, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: Many giants want him driven away.

Ideals: Fighting, Gifted. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Spits words with contempt

Possessions: 1000 gp. Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (400 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (2300 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (90 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This woman is tall and muscular. She dresses like a well dressed Mercenary does. She has bronze crest. She has several tiny emerald earrings on each ear.

Personality: She believes there is no problem she cannot solve with sufficient elbow grease and persistence, if it is the best or most economic solution matters not. She is a font of random trivia from the lore and stories she has discovered

History: She was born into a rich family. She sought a place where she would be rewarded solely on the merits of her skills. This search led her directly into Mercenary work with an outfit from a few towns over. Mercenary work suited her well, and with each successful project, she earned more gold and more respect from her peers. She has gone from town to town till she finds a spot where she can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: Balancing her hectic life and new Mercenary responsibilities is difficult.

Ideals: Athletic, Persistence, Logical. Bonds: Job, Rich. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: Old Prospector

Possessions: 340 gp.

Description: She wears a black shirt with thin tan vertical stripes and violet pants. Her hair is silver and very short. Her voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: She is a Herbalist first and foremost. She believes firmly that knowledge should be universal. She is lazy and tries to find solutions quickly.

History: She was raised by priests from a young age. Her childhood dream was to be a Mortician, but she was a colossal failure. She has achieved small success as a Herbalist.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and wants to open a new tavern

Flaws: Insane, Lazy. Bonds: Job, Religious, Mentor. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: High pitched and raspy

Possessions: 200 gp. 1 Minor magic item.