Description: His left thumb is blackened and bruised, but otherwise he appears quite healthy. He is renowned for his bright blue suits and hats. His golden hair is braided into rings. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: He is irascible and easily irritated. He is a logical person and will generally grow upset if things defy logic and science.

History: Trained by his father for as long as he can remember he had it drilled in his head that it was his duty to serve his country. Through the years after Oppleby was born, his father became increasingly distant from his family, instead choosing to pursue power in the north. Oppleby's father didn't care for him much, and the feeling was mutual. He has since married many spouses, only to have them die. He claims to not be responsible.

Motivation: He'd like to take his coworkers down a peg; and he wants nothing more than to rejoin the army

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Military, In love, Job. Occupation: Detective

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: 1200 gp. Silver pearl (150 gp). Violet garnet (800 gp). Carnelian (60 gp).

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. His long red hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. He is baby faced.

Personality: He speaks before he thinks and is too direct. He is a font of random trivia from the lore and stories he has discovered

History: When he was but 8 years old his parents immigrated from the west. In his youth he was part of a gang. He got caught, but did not rat out his comrades and served his time in prison. 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; and to share knowledge with the world

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Immigrant, Criminal record, Debt. Occupation: Adventurer

Voice: Soft and mumbly

Possessions: 5000 cp. Tourmaline (40 gp). 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.

Description: This late middle aged woman is dressed in earthy colors with a green and grey handkerchief worn on her right side and is in decent physical shape. Her white hair is smooth and relatively long. She wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into her face.

Personality: She can speak with the recently deceased. A true patriot, Shax would do anything for her country. She is fiercely protective of her fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: A studious child she never was much for a social life, not because she was unlikable, but because she did not seek it out. Her parents died when she was young, and she was unceremoniously dumped in the city orphanage. Shax grew up in the orphanage, tormented by the older kids and famished from lack of food. To avoid death by starvation, most orphans take to a life of crime or prostitution (often both), and so did Shax. She has drifted apart from her friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature hand crossbow.

Motivation: Regain custody of her daughter; and she feels that her past leaves her morally obligated to help

Ideals: Gifted. Bonds: Military, Criminal record, Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Smoker's lung

Possessions: 300 gp. 1 Breastplate.

Description: A man with thick toned arms and a paunchy gut. He is generally shirtless and showing off his tattooed chest. He sports a flattop hair cut. His black eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: Qemuel speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. He is clearly well-traveled and educated. His philosophy is that everyone needs a friend and as such shows hospitality towards all.

History: Born in the south to a Servant, Qemuel learned a great deal about his father's area of expertise. Brilliant and gifted he never wanted to apply himself. He has gone from town to town till he finds a spot where he can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: Meet up once more with his childhood friend; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Athletic, Impeccable, Optimist, Gifted. Bonds: Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Servant

Voice: Whispers

Possessions: 800 gp. Rhodochrosite (10 gp). Jade (140 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (10 gp). Violet garnet (1500 gp). Peridot (60 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.