Description: She likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather, but does not cut a very imposing figure. She walks with a slouch but will stand straight to her full 5'6" when asserting herself. Her long chestnut hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. She was beautiful and young once, which still shows through her age, but it is a faded beauty.

Personality: While she acts the brute, she is far gentler than she would appear. She is fiercely devoted to her mother, and views her mother's ex-spouse as an evil person for separating her from her legal half-brother.

History: Ishte was raised in a hard working conservative environment. Her parents enrolled her in a Adept school at a young age so that she could practice her martial talents. Due to her spouse's obsession with being a Bather they were divorced and she won custody of their daughter. She worked as a Guard, and she later adopted a second daughter.

Motivation: Her relatives are trying to arrange a marriage; and marry her brother to traveling adventurers

Ideals: Fighting, Gifted. Bonds: Attractive, Family, Job. Occupation: Guard

Voice: Hard of hearing, loud

Possessions: 800 gp. Hematite (13 gp). Amber (40 gp). Eye agate (13 gp).

Description: This eastern man's face is deformed and paralyzed on one side. As such, he slurs his words together. He prefers to wear the grand gowns of high society. He carries his fan with him everywhere and carries himself as the perfect gentleman. His red crest is heavily combed to the left. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: He resents people who mock his appearance or him, so he has learned to be the meanest son of a gun. He pushes his goals aggressively. He is also a coward if confronted.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: He is terrified, and will act out of fear; and he is wracked by social anxiety

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Insomniac, Fearful. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Tanner

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: 5000 sp.

Description: She stands about 5'0" and wears well tailored gowns and hats with beautiful decoration. She is almost always dressed for an outing in high society. Her right leg appears badly burned and disfigured. Her hair is chestnut and curly. Her eyes are green and catlike.

Personality: She is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help her friends. She considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. She does not trust anyone and sleeps with one eye open.

History: Lia was born with her mother's beautiful face. She was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. Her spouse died of illness and she inherited everything. She knows her nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but her.

Motivation: She uses money and sex appeal to get what she needs; and she is greedy

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Rich, Attractive. Occupation: Unemployed

Voice: Aggressive tone

Possessions: 1400 gp. Banded agate (10 gp). Tourmaline (110 gp). Sardonyx (40 gp). Peridot (40 gp).

Description: He sports grey clothing, slightly heavier than average wear. He has wavy blonde hair. His eyes are a pleasant green.

Personality: He is mildly Dwarf supremacist, though he does not identify as such. He has a cruel streak; something he gained from his previous mentor. He harbors resentment against his former mentor.

History: He was born to loving parents in a slum to the south. After coming to the age of reason, Gilthur took it upon himself to study the necromantic arts in their entirety; because of this, he was labeled a dark omen and banished from his homeland. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: Gnomish compassion.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Racist, Antagonistic. Bonds: Mentor, Poor. Occupation: Cook

Voice: Old thin voice

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: Standing 6'6", this woman wears black robes with leather pauldrons. Though occasionally she wears more armor. She prefers to carry a crossbow, but if one is not available she will default to her mace. Her crest is black and curly. Her gold eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: She has schizophrenia that causes her to hear things that aren't there and will sometimes respond to them. She tends to be very friendly, and is drawn to music, the smells of food and wine, and out-door festivals.

History: She was born into a rich family. She sought a place where she would be rewarded solely on the merits of her skills. This search led her directly into Shepherd work with an outfit from a few towns over. Shepherd work suited her well, and with each successful project, she earned more gold and more respect from her peers. She knows her nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but her.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and expand her business

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Rich, Job. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Timid voice

Possessions: 30 pp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.