Description: A moderately attractive woman, she wears a lot of dark rich colors, with gold accents. Her hair is long and silver with streaks of white, and is pulled back with small red clips. Her eyes are likewise violet.

Personality: She believes there is no problem she cannot solve with sufficient elbow grease and persistence, if it is the best or most economic solution matters not. She is a logical person and will generally grow upset if things defy logic and science.

History: Born to a poor family in the city she treasured whatever gifts she got. When money was particularly tight she was walking through alleys when she overheard a Seamstress hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. She made her way to the other competitor and parlayed her knowledge into a job. One night she noticed a nearby shooting star which she hiked out to see where it landed. It turned out to be an ancient artifact of some kind. She has done her darndest to repair it but it is currently non-functional.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and she loathes her own lifestyle

Ideals: Persistence, Logical. Flaws: Depressed. Bonds: Attractive, Poor. Occupation: Seamstress

Voice: Laughs frequently while speaking

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

Description: This woman is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. She has the majority of her body covered in plate. Her golden hair is greasy and uncared for. She has several tiny amber earrings on each ear.

Personality: She is unhospitable to her core. Her small house has "No trespassing" Signs all over it. She has a taste for the finer things and spends a great deal of money on luxuries, some more exotic than others.

History: She was born in the north, but her parents moved at a very young age to the east. Her mother had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted her to inherit them. She has built up a small fortune and can afford her own way.

Motivation: Money/treasure.

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Immigrant, Rich. Occupation: Hunter

Voice: Australian accent

Possessions: 140 gp. Cloth of gold vestments (130 gp).

Description: He wears a well pressed and immaculate suit (or dress), and he perpetually has his pickaxe ready. His hair is short and brown. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: He can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. He will pursue extreme courses of action in the short term, confident that they cannot fail.

History: Arannis was born to in a poor docking district. He spent his early days working in the same smith shop his mother was employed at, doing general labor. His spouse left him for another, whom he beat to an almost bloody pulp. He did not win them back, but he came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. 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. Arannis fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: To prove his worth to the world; and to fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever

Ideals: Fighting, Gifted. Flaws: Insomniac, Impulsive. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Adds syll-ab-les for em-pha-sis

Possessions: 900 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A man with a friendly, welcoming air about him, he has a large black mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into his tan robe. His blue hair is unkempt and raggedy. His face is scarred and worn.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. He tends to be very friendly, and is drawn to music, the smells of food and wine, and out-door festivals.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. He found a children's book about a Tiefling Cleric who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. He modeled his life after the story, seeing himself destined a hero. He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: He has passion for adventuring and risk; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Mentor, Adventurer. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Mousy voice

Possessions: 200 gp. Aquamarine (800 gp). Lapis lazuli (11 gp).

Description: His skin has the orange glow of too much sun. He wears a grey coat over a violet low-cut shirt, and a wide-brimmed hat upon his head. His long silver hair reaches down to his waist. His eyes are amber and catlike.

Personality: He barks his statements quickly and with little fuss. He prefers small words and is at his heart utilitarian. He is able to fit into much smaller and tighter spaces than normal.

History: Frederick was born the youngest of three triplets. His druidic abilities were realized during a raid on his village. He left for the east, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: An old rival family wants him found; and regain custody of his daughter

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Terse. Bonds: Family, Immigrant. Occupation: Servant

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: 200 sp.