Description: He is a paragon of his species. He is larger and stronger than most Gnomes. His skin is dark but he possesses many black ritualistic tattoos. He wears a blue cloak and cross-gartered black stockings. His silver hair is smooth and relatively long. He has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. He wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: He can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. He is fiercely devoted to his mother, and views his mother's ex-spouse as an evil person for separating him from his legal half-brother.

History: He was born several months after his mother was called into army service. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Half-Orc 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 has a rivalry with the Church that dominates his actions; and regain custody of his son

Ideals: Gifted. Bonds: Family, Military, Adventurer, Religious. Occupation: Bowyer

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2900 gp). Solid gold idol (600 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Dark and lean, she is a relatively plain woman. She likes to wear ponchos typically of a light white in addition to tight pants. Her blonde hair is kept up in a ponytail inside a small hat. Her face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. Her spectacle hidden eyes are a deep hazel.

Personality: She goes out her way to put a smile on everyone's face. There's no-one she won't accept into her heart. She spends most of her days drinking in the Inn, the rowdiest and most dangerous establishment in town. There she gambles, wrestles and listens to stories told by travelers.

History: When she was but 4 years old her parents immigrated from the south. She found a children's book about a Halfling Monk who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. She modeled her life after the story, seeing herself destined a hero. She guards a vault combo very seriously as well as the key needed to open it.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved.

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Secretive. Bonds: Adventurer, Immigrant. Occupation: Tailor

Voice: Uses sign language

Possessions: 6000 gp. Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1500 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1500 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1900 gp). Gold music box (3000 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (130 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (600 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (130 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (700 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (600 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1500 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1500 gp). Solid gold idol (700 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (130 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (600 gp). Gold and ruby ring (6000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (130 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This younger middle-aged woman is typically in her Barkeep uniform, and a wedding ring on her right hand. Her hair is long and brown with streaks of chestnut, and is pulled back with small grey clips. Her half smiles and violet eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: She is quiet and anti-social and can barely make it a few minutes in conversation before her hampering stammer kicks in. A true patriot, Nora would do anything for her country. She is fiercely protective of her fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: She was born several months after her father was called into army service. She sought a place where she would be rewarded solely on the merits of her skills. This search led her directly into Barkeep work with an outfit from a few towns over. Barkeep work suited her well, and with each successful project, she earned more gold and more respect from her peers. She has worked as a Barkeep like her father before her.

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

Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Job, In love, Attractive, Military. Occupation: Barkeep

Voice: Pirate accent

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: This northern woman is abnormally tall. She wears a fine chain shirt which she covers with brown colored cloaks and clothing. Her whole body is exceptionally muscular. Her black hair has been sun bleached extensively. Her brown eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. She has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: She is irascible and easily irritated. She is a great chef.

History: Born to a poor family in the city she treasured whatever gifts she got. Brilliant and gifted she never wanted to apply herself. She's since become an addict/alcoholic.

Motivation: She's repulsed by the PC; and she wants revenge against drow

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Addict, Antagonistic. Bonds: Immigrant, Poor. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: 200 gp. Deep blue spinel (700 gp). Coral (100 gp). Peridot (50 gp). 2 Acid flasks. 4 Alchemist’s fire.

Description: He is a mite stocky and wears tattered old clothes. He has a very tight haircut. He has gleaming, smiling gray eyes.

Personality: He is curt in most of his responses. He prefers to keep his word usage to a minimum to avoid giving away unnecessary information. To his fellows he is seen as friendly and intelligent, but is angry and unforgiving to the so called fatcats and any who do and have associated with them.

History: A studious child he never was much for a social life, not because he was unlikable, but because he did not seek it out. In his youth he was part of a gang. He got caught, but did not rat out his comrades and served his time in prison. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to orcs demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: Revenge.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Enemies, Criminal record. Occupation: Cook

Voice: Squeaky

Possessions: 90 pp.