Description: The woman speaks with an almost imperceptible accent. She seems to always be the slightest bit damp as if she got out from a pool a few moments ago. She is wearing colorful clothing, dressed as a Soapmaker. She has dyed her greying blue hair a little too much giving a sharp blue color. Her white eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: She is extraordinarily eccentric. A true patriot, Shax would do anything for her country. She is fiercely protective of her fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: She was born at the edge of vast mountains. Her father was a soldier and died while she was still young. Shax was left her father's suit of armor and trained in its use and care. 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 is terrified, and will act out of fear; and money/treasure

Flaws: Insane, Fearful. Bonds: Immigrant, Military, Nature, Rich. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Aggressive tone

Possessions: 20 pp.

Description: A thin woman, she clearly needs to put on some weight, but she still has a lot of muscle. She is renowned for her bright white dresses and hats. Her silver hair is lengthy. She is missing an eye and her face is severely sunburned. Her one remaining eye shines green.

Personality: She shows great sympathy to all travelers. She's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. Her actions favor neither the good nor the evil, as she answers to a power that mortal women fail to acknowledge.

History: Born in a small village she learned the ways of the warrior from her father. She sought a place where she would be rewarded solely on the merits of her skills. This search led her directly into Animal Trainer work with an outfit from a few towns over. Animal Trainer work suited her well, and with each successful project, she earned more gold and more respect from her peers. She inherited the family business which she has now maintained for 6 years.

Motivation: She is compelled to act according to her religious beliefs; and she has a rivalry with the church that dominates her actions

Ideals: Athletic, Philantrophist, Fighting. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Religious, Job. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: This malnourished woman wears rags and sports a simple walking cane. Her red hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. She wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: She is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as she rather likes the sound of her voice. Her demeanor is somewhat feminine. Andraste is a bit of a follower. Usually she is manipulated by her sisters into helping them out, but recently she has become more of a free agent.

History: Born to a poor family in the city she treasured whatever gifts she got. She has had some formal writing training, and achieved minor success. She's since become an addict/alcoholic.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for her; and doesn't want to be a mortician and was forced into it by her family

Ideals: Optimist, Artistic, Impeccable. Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Poor, Family. Occupation: Mortician

Voice: Scandinavian accent

Possessions: 1000 gp. A necklace of small pink pearls (4000 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (60 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (4000 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (60 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (2000 gp).

Description: This late middle aged woman wears many layers of old clothing at all times and is in decent physical shape. She wears her chestnut hair up. This gray eyed westerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: She is extraordinarily eccentric. She claims to be unscrupulous but at the end of the day she will do what she thinks is right.

History: A child with a great deal of writing talent her parents made sure she got the chance to thrive. A gypsy cursed her at a young age, leading to her ugly appearance. She routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and she is not mentally stable, and does not behave rationally

Ideals: Justice, Artistic, Logical. Flaws: Ugly, Insane. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Laborer

Voice: Dutch accent

Possessions: 150 gp.

Description: 3'2" and muscular, this southern man is renowned for his bright white suits and hats. He has no hair. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are violet.

Personality: He is business-like. He takes instructions and follows them to the letter. He is a big fan of imagination and believes people should spend more time reading and writing.

History: Born in a small village he learned the ways of the warrior from his mother. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Halfling companion (his 'brother'). He now travels the world, in search of power and loot.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world.

Ideals: Athletic, Professionalism, Logical, Fighting. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Adventurer. Occupation: Navigator

Voice: Spits and sputters

Possessions: 160 gp. Solid gold idol (200 gp). 1 Superior lock.