Description: This younger middle-aged woman is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior, and a wedding ring on her right hand. Her black hair has been sun bleached extensively. Her white eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: Her voice, at times compared to that of a Nymph, lambasts those who consider themselves "civilized" with snide, belittling remarks; the subtle growl she speaks with growing louder in doing so, one can find it most pronounced, despite the otherwise natural purity of her tone. She is obsessed with her god.

History: She was born with several neurological imbalances, which makes sleep difficult for her. It may also be what makes her so good at details. She went to a religious school and was inspired by the priests there in charitable deeds. Recently a tribe of orcs attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Ishte fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: Her religion dominates her actions; and wishes to resurrect an old love

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Cynical, Disease, Insomniac. Bonds: In love, Religious. Occupation: Laborer

Voice: Aggressive tone

Possessions: 2000 sp. Alexandrite (400 gp). Coral (110 gp). Alexandrite (400 gp).

Description: This exceptionally lanky man is renowned for his bright tan suits and hats. His hair is greying and his face has many wrinkles. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. He always tries to repair and not replace. It was this mentality that drove him into the Animal Trainer business.

History: Naeris was born in the north. At a young age he loved to build and create. When Naeris reached his early adolescence his Elf mother passed away. Feeling disconnected from the small nearby village afterwards, he decided to travel. His rounds led him into the Army with a few individuals who would become his life-long companions. He has gone from town to town working and never settling down anywhere, but has fallen for a local Farmer. He hasn't told them the truth, but wants to settle down with them.

Motivation: He wants to get laid; and he feels threatened by others

Ideals: Optimist, Persistence. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Military, Has a crush. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Booming voice

Possessions: 130 gp. Rock crystal (60 gp).

Description: Standing 3'8", this man has the majority of his body covered in plate. His black hair, when down, is lengthy. His amber eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: He is business-like. He takes instructions and follows them to the letter. He is fiercely devoted to his father, and views his father's ex-spouse as an evil person for separating him from his legal half-brother.

History: His parents moved while he was still in utero so he is the first generation to be born here. He took every job he could get his hands on, but the opportunities for Gnomes in the west were limited. He became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: Wants to raise his children well; and his spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion

Ideals: Professionalism. Bonds: Family, Immigrant, Adventurer. Occupation: Seamstress

Voice: Slurs words

Possessions: 9000 sp.

Description: She is a pot bellied eastern woman with a big hulking figure and broad shoulders. She dresses in collared shirts and wears a proper scarf over her head. Her hair, while still mostly chestnut, has prominent grey streaks. Her fierce brown eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: She fancies herself a trickster and likes to rely on her wits to carry the day. She cares for her older siblings and likes to be recognized by them. She will often invite strangers home for dinner and talk their ears off. She cares deeply for her spouse and does her best to make sure her guests look presentable.

History: Her psionic talent manifested at a young age. Aiming to upstage a rival house, her parents had her trained. Brilliant and gifted she never wanted to apply herself. Since then, she has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: Wishes to resurrect an old love; and an old rival family wants her found

Ideals: Athletic, Optimist, Gifted. Bonds: Family, In love. Occupation: Sellsword

Voice: Soft and melodious

Possessions: 200 gp.