Description: A pudgy man standing about 3'2" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He is perpetually draped in fineries, but all of this concealed by his earthly robes.. His red hair is still thick. He was beautiful and young once, which still shows through his age, but it is a faded beauty.

Personality: He is a hateful person. He taunts others and blames them for his problems. He is underhanded and not above using his wealth and body to get others to do his bidding.

History: Gildmak was born with his mother's beautiful face. He took every job he could get his hands on, but the opportunities for Halflings in the north were limited. As of late he has set up a hidden staging nest where he ambushes people he hires for escort.

Motivation: He is being blackmailed/forced/etc and this influences his actions; and seeks redemption

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Criminal record. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: 600 sp.

Description: She is of a modest build and height, but she carries herself more imposing than she is. She is wearing a perfectly clean shirt and pair of pants. Her white hair, when down, is lengthy. Her gold eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: Eccentric and domineering, Seddit will drive conversation. She also is a firm believer in the womanly ideal.

History: She was raised happily, as a normal child born to her father and mother. Her father taught her the rudiments of the Jeweler arts, while her mother instructed her in etiquette, music and courtly manner. She struck it rich when she found rare goods in large quantities. 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 feels kind of lost in life; and she is greedy

Ideals: Extrovert. Flaws: Impulsive, Depressed. Bonds: Attractive, Rich. Occupation: Jeweler

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: A small bag of saffron. (50 gp). A delicate brass dragon egg (50 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: The dark-skinned man stands 4'0" and wears a lot of dark rich colors, with gold accents. He has a small bristly mustache and wavy auburn hair. His eyes are blue and catlike.

Personality: He is business-like. He takes instructions and follows them to the letter. He misses his home and complains about the freezing weather, even in summer.

History: The child of a Sage, who enjoyed hunting, Adrik was taken on many hunting expeditions. Ostracized due to the divine powers of his oldest brother, he and his siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Dwarves became a terror of the countryside. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: Wants to raise his children well; and he has a crush on the local sage

Ideals: Professionalism, Gifted. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Nature. Occupation: Sculptor

Voice: Low and grunting

Possessions: 310 gp.

Description: This younger middle-aged woman wears a fine chain shirt which she covers with yellow colored cloaks and clothing, and a wedding ring on her left hand. With wild brown hair. This gray eyed easterner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: She considers herself the protector of her home. She feels this is her duty and calling. She dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. Her biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: Joan was born in the east. At a young age she loved to build and create. Her homeland was ravaged by war and she spent much of her life rebuilding it. She found several beat up suits of armor and, cannibalizing spare parts, she put together a working one.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world.

Ideals: Logical, Persistence. Flaws: PTSD. Bonds: In love, Guardian. Occupation: Shipwright

Voice: Boston accent

Possessions: 600 gp. Black pearl (1600 gp). Obsidian (16 gp). Malachite (16 gp). Freshwater pearl (16 gp).

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. He wears a brown vest with golden trim over his white shirt. His green leather gloves and pants are well-kept, and his brown boots flare out at the collars. His fur is greying and his face has many wrinkles. He has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. He wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: He is overprotective of those who hire his services. He keeps company with all sorts of races to see how they think and challenge minds foreign to his own.

History: Ethereal was born into a poor family. Growing up, he dreamt of becoming a Wizard, to bring honor to his family’s name. When he came of age, he applied for a position with his town's local guard, looking to work his way up via merit and eventually become a Wizard in service of a powerful lord somewhere. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Halfling companion (his 'brother'). When he grew older, he became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. He began work as a mercenary for hire. He would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: He desires power and/or immortality; and obtaining odd cultural halfling artifacts is his passion

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Guardian, Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Healer

Voice: Low rumbling, strings words together

Possessions: 4000 sp.