Description: He is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. His attire stands in sharp contrast to his club, which is beautifully polished and possesses an ornate carving of a rose on it. His white crest is long and unkept. He has gold eyes.

Personality: Prone to second guessing himself, he comes off as nervous. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: Shamash was raised in a hard working conservative environment. In his 19th year, while out on a day-trip, he returned to find his hometown burning and destroyed. He found his mother impaled in their home, and his father beheaded. He saw the man who walked out, and charged him in a blind rage. The man easily evaded and defeated him, leaving him to live broken and terrified. He's also a talented Glassblower, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

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

Flaws: Ugly, Shy, Hedonist, Fearful. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Jamaican accent

Possessions: 160 pp. Jet (80 gp). Peridot (70 gp). Brown-green garnet (80 gp).

Description: She is a physically imposing dark-skinned woman. She wears rags and sports a simple walking cane. She sports golden long hair. She wears a mask on her face.

Personality: She is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as she rather likes the sound of her voice. Her demeanor is somewhat feminine. She is a great chef.

History: Her parents moved while she was still in utero so she is the first generation to be born here. When money was particularly tight she was walking through alleys when she overheard a Adventurer hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. She made her way to the other competitor and parlayed her knowledge into a job. She remains aloof and afraid to be herself due to all the ideals others have placed upon her.

Motivation: She's attracted to the PC; and she's in love

Ideals: Optimist, Gifted. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant, Has a crush. Occupation: Adventurer

Voice: Posh accent

Possessions: 60 gp. Hematite (11 gp).

Description: He is an exceptionally muscular looking eastern young adult. He wears a suit in poor condition. It has not been laundered in sometime and has been worn in activities one would not normally wear a suit during. Beneath his clothing is a huge mess of scar tissue. With a patchy black beard and wild black hair. His eyes are gray and catlike.

Personality: He likes to be helpful to his clients. He likes to prescribe proper advice to his clients. The occasional robbery is his preferred attention getting crime, but he mainly uses his means for meeting his own perverse desires.

History: Sold as a small child to a slaver, Hobart was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Dragonborn companion (his 'brother'). He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: He is currently in port desperately looking for someone to get him out; and expand his business

Bonds: Adventurer, Slave, Job, Criminal record, Mentor. Occupation: Dyer

Voice: Spanish accent

Possessions: Jasper (40 gp). Banded agate (12 gp). Azurite (12 gp). Chrysoprase (40 gp). Black pearl (500 gp). Black opal (1300 gp). Brown-green garnet (120 gp). Citrine (40 gp). Chalcedony (40 gp). Chalcedony (40 gp). Carnelian (40 gp). Bloodstone (40 gp). Onyx (40 gp). Brown-green garnet (120 gp). Hematite (12 gp). Black pearl (500 gp). Red spinel (120 gp). Golden yellow topaz (500 gp). Freshwater pearl (12 gp). Violet garnet (500 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A man with thick toned arms and a paunchy gut. He dresses in collared shirts and wears a proper scarf over his head. His white hair is cut jaggedly and amateurishly. His skin is flawless and his blue eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: He barks his statements quickly and with little fuss. He prefers small words and is at his heart utilitarian. He would rather hide behind his crafts than deal with other people.

History: A child with a great deal of writing talent his parents made sure he got the chance to thrive. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. He has never given up on his writing dream.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Athletic, Artistic. Flaws: Terse, Shy. Bonds: Attractive. Occupation: Crown-heir

Voice: Soothing and warm

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: He wears a grey vest with golden trim over his white shirt. His green leather gloves and pants are well-kept, and his grey boots flare out at the collars. He is physically well-built. His hair is brown, silky, and of moderate length. He is very pretty but has cold, dead eyes.

Personality: He is business-like. He takes instructions and follows them to the letter. The occasional robbery is his preferred attention getting crime, but he mainly uses his means for meeting his own perverse desires.

History: His parents moved while he was still in utero so he is the first generation to be born here. He was one of the best in his class, and was picked up by his current employer. He quickly showed his capability and was soon promoted to a head role. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

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

Ideals: Professionalism. Bonds: Attractive, Criminal record, Immigrant, Job. Occupation: Mayor

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: 700 sp. Red spinel (50 gp).