Description: A man of a pale complexion, he is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. His brown hair is thinning but still full. His half smiles and brown eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: A grumpy guy he will invite people to lunch so he can critique them. Yet he still seems generally likeable, like a lovable grump. 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 in a small village he learned the ways of the warrior from his mother. His parents divorced when he was young, and his mother gained full cudstody. He was regularly beaten by his mother, who blamed him for driving them apart. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever; and wishes to resurrect an old love

Ideals: Philantrophist, Fighting. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, In love. Occupation: Carter

Voice: Posh accent

Possessions: 19000 sp. Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1500 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (700 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (2700 gp). A delicate brass dragon egg (10 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (2400 gp).

Description: He is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright blue and yellow, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. His hair is greying and his face has many wrinkles. His thin eyebrows rest above his beady violet eyes.

Personality: Soft-spoken and well mannered, he has an amazing amount of patience and a slow boiling temper. Animals are drawn to him, and he is able to talk to them.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. A few years later when the south was not economically sound they moved to his current location. He knows his nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but him.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and he is greedy

Ideals: Disciplined, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Disease. Bonds: Rich, Immigrant. Occupation: Locksmith

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: 140 gp. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.

Description: A plain young-adult man, he wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. He has dyed his greying silver hair a little too much giving a sharp silver color. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He is irritable and easily angered. He is a bit of a bully and is not afraid to use his stature and powers to intimidate and hurt. He is obsessed with finding treasure.

History: Laucian was raised in a hard working conservative environment. He couldn't stand his childhood mentor and eventually formed a pact with his mentor's previously failed apprentice to rebel. When their plan failed the mentor lashed out against both of them and fled. He's also a talented Bowyer, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: Meet up once more with his childhood friend; and to be a bowyer again

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Adventurer, Job, Mentor. Occupation: Miller

Voice: Timid voice

Possessions: 20000 sp. Peridot (30 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: She wears clothing that is held on in multiple layers but all of it is in poor condition. She has a slight overbite and is overall scrawny. She has a very tight haircut. She has a tattooed face.

Personality: She is extraordinarily eccentric. She is a great chef.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Blossom grew up listening to her mother's many stories. Before the accident, she was one of the most outspoken anti-Halfling activists. She was mortally wounded, saved by a kind and fast-acting Halfling doctor. She is untrained/undisciplined, which makes her dangerous.

Motivation: A strong sense of loyalty to Halfling people; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Insane, Racist. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Relaxed voice

Possessions: 1000 sp. Sard (20 gp). Amethyst (110 gp).

Description: A woman with a calm yet intense air about her, she tends to wear a violet poncho over her likewise colored trousers and shirt. She has shaved her head bald. She wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into her face.

Personality: She is calm most of the time but flees social interaction. Shava enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for her love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: She was raised happily, as a normal child born to her father and mother. Her father taught her the rudiments of the Assassin arts, while her mother instructed her in etiquette, music and courtly manner. From there she went from mercenary job to mercenary job. She is searching for what she claims is her rightful reward.

Motivation: To protect her home; and she has money and likes to spend it

Flaws: Shy, Hedonist. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer, Guardian. Occupation: Assassin

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: 1900 gp. Deep blue spinel (300 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.