Description: Standing 4'10", this woman wears a well pressed and immaculate suit (or dress). She has slicked back brown hair. 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 is quiet and anti-social and can barely make it a few minutes in conversation before her hampering stammer kicks in. She is a big fan of imagination and believes people should spend more time reading and writing.

History: Born in a small village she learned the ways of the warrior from her father. She moved out north to avoid the crime she committed. Recently a tribe of goblins attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Birel fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: A rival would like her out of the picture; and she has comitted a past crime that haunts her to this day

Ideals: Logical, Fighting. Flaws: Insomniac, Shy. Bonds: Criminal record. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Scandinavian accent

Possessions: 6000 cp.

Description: She wears a fine chain shirt which she covers with brown colored cloaks and clothing. She wears a feathered hat to cover her moderate length brown hair. She has a tattooed face.

Personality: She can speak with the recently deceased. She is underhanded and not above using her wealth and body to get others to do her bidding.

History: She was born into a rich family. Brilliant and gifted she never wanted to apply herself. She has gone from town to town working and never settling down anywhere, but has fallen for a local Priest. She hasn't told them the truth, but wants to settle down with them.

Motivation: She is compelled to act according to her religious beliefs; and her religion dominates her actions

Ideals: Gifted. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Has a crush, Religious. Occupation: Mayor

Voice: Whispers

Possessions: 1000 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: She is a mite stocky and wears a blue coat over a grey low-cut shirt, and a Stetson hat upon her head. Her blonde hair is matted, messy, and big. Her blue eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: She cares much about the opinion of others, both in good and in bad: when keeping in line with her opinion, she thinks highly of the other person, but when opinions clash, she can get violently argumentative. She plays an instrument quite well.

History: From birth she was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. When Shamil reached her early adolescence her Gnome mother passed away. Feeling disconnected from the small nearby village afterwards, she decided to travel. Her rounds led her into the Army with a few individuals who would become her life-long companions. She was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: She wants nothing more than to rejoin the army.

Ideals: Opinionated, Artistic. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Mentor, Military. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Whispers

Possessions: 2000 gp. Freshwater pearl (16 gp). Moonstone (60 gp). Violet garnet (1300 gp). Deep blue spinel (1300 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He wears loose pants and a collared shirt complete with sweater beneath his coat, and he perpetually has his nunchaku ready. He has done his best to style his rusty crest to look like a famous performer. His eyes are red and he is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: He is a Slave Trader first and foremost. He believes firmly that knowledge should be universal. He has a habit of throwing himself into exceedingly dangerous situations.

History: He was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. When he came of age, he joined a caravan that would eventually take him to the capital. He would practice along the way and, when he arrived, be apprenticed to a Slave Trader. Recently a tribe of brigands attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Mugrunden fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and to be a cook again

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Impulsive, Disease. Bonds: Job, Religious. Occupation: Slave Trader

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: 400 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This woman has the majority of her body covered in plate. She is muscular with a powerful set of arms. Her chestnut hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. Her ears are large.

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 is fiercely devoted to her mother, and views her mother's ex-spouse as an evil person for separating her from her legal half-sister.

History: She was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. A gypsy cursed her at a young age, leading to her ugly appearance. She was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved; and to unite with her sister

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly, Disease. Bonds: Family. Occupation: Layabout

Voice: Italian accent

Possessions: 500 gp. Citrine (30 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (6 gp).