Description: A man of a pale complexion, he prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for his hunting needs. His hair, while still mostly chestnut, has prominent grey streaks. He has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. He wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: He is unhospitable to his core. His small house has "No trespassing" Signs all over it. He is a bit of a xeno-phobe, disliking non-Halflings.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his father and mother. His father taught him the rudiments of the Weaver arts, while his mother instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. When the war came and ruined his parents he was left adrift. He was a hard man then and has only learned to fight more as time goes on. He has dedicated himself to building a better trade route.

Motivation: He wants random interesting trinkets and junk, hates to throw anything away; and a strong sense of loyalty to gnomish people

Flaws: Antagonistic, Racist, PTSD, Greedy. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Weaver

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: 4000 gp. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A thin woman, she clearly needs to put on some weight, but she still has a lot of muscle. She likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. Her brown hair is lengthy and is close to two feet long. She wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: She shows great sympathy to all travelers. She's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. She does suffer from mild PTSD, and the sight of illithids may trigger it at times.

History: Her history is one of pain. She was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves her parents kept. In her 12th year, her parents were killed by a illithids raid, leaving Caramip alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, she was adopted. She has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to illithids demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: Someone believes her a fraud.

Ideals: Athletic, Philantrophist. Bonds: Enemies, Slave, Family. Occupation: Performer

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: 2100 sp.

Description: This woman wears skinny pants and wears a yellow and white robe with the hood down. She is muscular with a powerful set of arms. Her silver hair is drawn into a tight pony tail with a clover scrunchie. Her eyes are a pleasant amber.

Personality: Prone to second guessing herself, she comes off as nervous. She is often prim and proper but will on occasion tell either really disgusting or offensive jokes, which seem out of character.

History: Ella hails from a village terrorized by orcs. Before the accident, she was one of the most outspoken anti-Dwarven activists. She was mortally wounded, saved by a kind and fast-acting Dwarven doctor. She remains aloof and afraid to be herself due to all the ideals others have placed upon her.

Motivation: A deep hatred of orcs; and wants to raise her children well

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Shy, Racist. Bonds: Enemies, Family. Occupation: Unemployed

Voice: Forgets to breathe while speaking

Possessions: 200 gp. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: She is a husky woman, who is well dressed, but even with her fine clothing she looks run-down. Her crest is black and curly. Her gold eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: Cocky and sure of herself, she believes she is the best Layabout born in the past three hundred years. She also has developed a complete distrust of the Navigator profession.

History: Born to a poor family in the city she treasured whatever gifts she got. She has had some formal poetry training, and achieved minor success. She became a Layabout soon after.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor; and someone believes her a fraud

Ideals: Artistic. Bonds: Job, Poor, Enemies. Occupation: Layabout

Voice: Mousy voice

Possessions: 600 gp. Golden yellow topaz (400 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: She is lean but muscular and wears light armors faded through time and improper care. Her black hair, when down, is lengthy. She is baby faced.

Personality: She likes to brag about her accomplishments and constantly tries to beat others to the punch. She lacks moral complications. She does what she is told to by employers but not much else. She spends her money on whatever she fancies at the time.

History: She was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. She became part of the deadliest team of assassins in recent memory. A botched job caused the group to be disbanded. She would ruin relationships and cause injury. She was reprimanded several times before being given her current form and forced to learn humility.

Motivation: To be a Healer again; and she feels that her past leaves her morally obligated to help

Ideals: Passionate. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Job, Criminal record. Occupation: Fisher

Voice: Scottish accent

Possessions: 12000 sp. Onyx (60 gp). Iolite (60 gp). Violet garnet (300 gp). Moonstone (60 gp).