Description: 3'1" and muscular, this southern woman wears a white tunic with brown highlights, and long tan pants that bunch up around her shoes. She has slicked back chestnut hair. Her fierce violet eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: She cares much about the opinion of others, both in good and in bad: when keeping in line with her opinion, she thinks highly of the other person, but when opinions clash, she can get violently argumentative. She is a ruthless business woman, a trait she acquired from her father.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Willow grew up listening to her father's many stories. She couldn't stand her childhood mentor and eventually formed a pact with her mentor's previously failed apprentice to rebel. When their plan failed the mentor lashed out against both of them and fled. She has dedicated herself to building a better trade route.

Motivation: She's attracted to the PC; and she has passion for adventuring and risk

Ideals: Athletic, Opinionated, Entrepeneur. Bonds: Adventurer, Mentor, Has a crush. Occupation: Laborer

Voice: Indian accent

Possessions: 900 pp. Violet garnet (800 gp). Black pearl (800 gp). Onyx (20 gp). Pink pearl (40 gp). Golden yellow topaz (800 gp). Amber (40 gp). Silver pearl (40 gp). Azurite (14 gp). Red-brown spinel (40 gp). Violet garnet (800 gp). Alexandrite (800 gp). Iolite (20 gp). Azurite (14 gp). Fire opal (1300 gp). Red spinel (40 gp). Moss agate (14 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (1300 gp). Blue star sapphire (1300 gp). Carnelian (20 gp). Coral (40 gp). Pink pearl (40 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This slender man stands about 3'4". He likes to wear tan tank tops with brown pants. His red hair, when down, is lengthy. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He loves justice and goodness and right action. Anyone who does not fulfill this criteria perfectly will no doubt get a lecture from him. He is the most sanctimonious self-righteous Gnome in existence. He has a cruel streak; something he gained from his previous mentor. He harbors resentment against his former mentor.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when giants swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. He went to a religious school and was inspired by the priests there in charitable deeds. Days after completing his studies, news broke out that his hometown was attacked by giants. Arumawann was horrified and prayed that his mother was alright. However, he heard that his mother had died fighting off the giants.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and he has a rivalry with the church that dominates his actions

Ideals: Justice. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Mentor, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 2800 sp. 1 Tanglefoot bags. 4 Thunderstones. 4 Alchemist’s fire.

Description: He is a pot bellied western man with a big hulking figure and broad shoulders. He wears an entirely white suit with black socks and a vest with buckled shoes. He sports a long black beard, and similarly colored long hair. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: Overbrimming with self-confidence, Krimmon isn't afraid of most anything. He has a strong dislike to people who do not believe in Halfling unity. He is a thrill seeker, he laughs at people and throws down challenges. He is highly competitive and combative.

History: He was born several months after his father was called into army service. He graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. He advanced relatively quickly due to his good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him.

Ideals: Athletic, Impeccable. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Adventurer, Military. Occupation: Scribe

Voice: Speaks with back of mouth

Possessions: 600 gp. Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). Jeweled anklet (4000 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (900 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (800 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (50 gp).

Description: This northern woman wears suspenders and green workpants. Her shirt is tan, and she wears a heavy green leather apron most of the time. Her clothes are grease stained in places. Her hair is dark red and curly. She has gold eyes.

Personality: She snorts whenever she laughs or is feeling confident. She takes great pride in her work and is very well organized. Her planner is full of calendar events.

History: Shax lived on a farm with her father, near the main road leading to a nearby town. As a young adult she joined a group advocating for an improvement in Tiefling conditions. She left for the north, certain she would find work there.

Motivation: Her relatives are trying to arrange a marriage.

Flaws: Racist. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant, Job, Family. Occupation: Shoemaker

Voice: Scottish accent

Possessions: 5000 sp. Black pearl (1300 gp). Chalcedony (40 gp). Chrysoprase (40 gp). Freshwater pearl (13 gp). Freshwater pearl (13 gp). 1 Minor magic item.