Description: This slender woman stands about 4'9". She wears a tan coat over a red low-cut shirt, and a deerstalker hat upon her head. Her tied-back hair is auburn. Her face possesses mild wrinkles. Her smile is extraordinarily sincere though she does not smile often.

Personality: She is erratic and paranoid. She believes giants are coming to abduct people. Flattery will make her almost putty in your hands.

History: Gifted from a young age, Thiala studied abroad. Ostracized due to the martial powers of her oldest sister, she and her siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Elves became a terror of the countryside. 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: Wants to raise her children well; and she is greedy

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Selfish. Bonds: Enemies, Rich, Family. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Gruff and masculine

Possessions: 1800 sp. Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (200 gp).

Description: This late middle aged man wears a simple brown robe with black stripes complete with hood and is in decent physical shape. His fur is red and curly. His yellow eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: He shows great sympathy to all travelers. He's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. He is accommodating to his spouse and as such limits his hospitality. He is brave and levelheaded in the face of danger and has proven himself a capable leader.

History: Trained by his mother for as long as he can remember he had it drilled in his head that it was his duty to serve his country. He made a point of taking high paying jobs and getting most of it up front. 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: Wishes to resurrect an old love; and he is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs

Ideals: Philantrophist. Bonds: In love, Military, Adventurer, Religious. Occupation: Brewer

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: 100 gp. 1 Alchemist’s fire. 2 Tanglefoot bags. 4 Thunderstones.

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. She wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. Her hair is chestnut and curly. Her violet eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: She loves justice and goodness and right action. Anyone who does not fulfill this criteria perfectly will no doubt get a lecture from her. She is the most sanctimonious self-righteous Human in existence. She is susceptible to being scared and is in actuality easily frightened. She likes to tell stories.

History: She was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. A gypsy cursed her at a young age, leading to her ugly appearance. She has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: She feels kind of lost in life; and she feels threatened by others

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Justice. Flaws: Ugly, Fearful, Depressed. Occupation: Bowyer

Voice: Aggressive tone

Possessions: 3000 gp. Lapis lazuli (12 gp).

Description: This woman is wearing a long, brown cloak. She is muscular with a powerful set of arms. Her hair is golden and curly. Her eyes are likewise green.

Personality: She is a very happy person and has lots of energy. To put it simply, she's a very lovable idiot. She does not mind isolation but does not hate company and attempts to receive them as best as possible.

History: She was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. She found a children's book about a Dwarf Adept 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 has drifted apart from her friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature scimitar.

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

Ideals: Optimist, Extrovert. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Adventurer. Occupation: Roofer

Voice: Irish accent

Possessions: 30 gp. 1 Banded mail.

Description: 4'9" and muscular, this southern man tends to wear a violet poncho over his likewise colored trousers and shirt. He wears his hair in dreadlocks. He has gleaming, smiling violet eyes.

Personality: He is happy with his job as a Marshal. He turns his eye from what people do, preferring to live and let live. He also has developed a complete distrust of the Adventurer profession.

History: He was born several months after his father was called into army service. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He ran away from his former home and has been making his living as a Marshal for the past few years.

Motivation: Retire the richest man in the south; and he'd like to take his coworkers down a peg

Ideals: Athletic, Entrepeneur. Bonds: Job, Military, Rich. Occupation: Marshal

Voice: Prounounces S like Z

Possessions: 7000 sp. Sard (30 gp). Rock crystal (30 gp). Red spinel (140 gp).