Description: A woman with a cold, calculating air about her, she has a large white mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into her grey robe. Her long silver hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. Judging by the bloodshot nature of her eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine she has not slept for days.

Personality: She shows great sympathy to all travelers. She's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. She has a small toy that she constantly fidgets with.

History: She was born in the north, but her parents moved at a very young age to the west. Aside from being a slave or a gladiator, there isn't much legitimate work for Half-Orcs in Vola's homeland. Vola decided to take the middle way and become a bodyguard. She left for the north, certain she would find work there.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep.

Ideals: Philantrophist, Fighting. Flaws: Insomniac, Addict. Bonds: Immigrant. Occupation: Detective

Voice: Whispers

Possessions: 900 pp. Coral (90 gp). Black pearl (800 gp). Moss agate (9 gp). Freshwater pearl (9 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (9 gp). Hematite (9 gp). Malachite (9 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (9 gp). Freshwater pearl (9 gp). Pink pearl (90 gp). Blue quartz (9 gp). Obsidian (9 gp). Peridot (70 gp). Star rose quartz (70 gp). Tourmaline (90 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This exceptionally lanky man is wearing a long, tan, dusty cloak. With bright white hair and a scraggly beard. His violet eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: He speaks before he thinks and is too direct. He cannot deal with unfamiliar people for more than a few minutes at a time and if they persist he will grow angry at them.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Aerdeth grew up listening to his father's many stories. He inherited a moderately successful company from his father. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. He became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and many brigands want him driven away

Flaws: Impulsive, Antagonistic. Bonds: Adventurer, Rich, Enemies. Occupation: Sage

Voice: Aggressive tone

Possessions: 10000 cp. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.

Description: A 5'5" southern man, he wears a tattered pair of loose blue pants, a matching torn shirt, and a visible pair of similar condition same color briefs. He has moderate length silver hair. His gray eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: A skeptical and narcissistic man, Koeth's first love is himself. His second love is also himself. Despite his manner, he is extremely passionate and proud of his job, and he prides himself in being thorough and never missing a detail.

History: The child of southern immigrants he idolized his father. He moved from fad to fad and when he turned 15 he discovered painting. He's also a talented Seamstress, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor.

Ideals: Impeccable, Artistic. Bonds: Poor, Job, Immigrant. Occupation: Adventurer

Voice: Voice breaks

Possessions: 900 sp. 1 Healer’s kit.

Description: Her left thumb is blackened and bruised, but otherwise she appears quite healthy. She prefers to wear brown clothing when she does not wear armor. She wears a top hat to hide her balding. Her eyes are blue and she is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: She is inclined to make off color jokes and interpret anything that could be construed as such as innuendo. Her philosophy is that everyone needs a friend and as such shows hospitality towards all.

History: She was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. She was one of the best in her class, and was picked up by her current employer. She quickly showed her capability and was soon promoted to a head role. She tends to her Spice Merchant job now, and dutifully fulfills any obligations she has.

Motivation: To reunite with her old friends; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Joker, Optimist. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Poor, Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Hard of hearing, loud

Possessions: 1500 gp. Malachite (14 gp). Aquamarine (200 gp). Banded agate (14 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.