Description: Dark and lean, she is a relatively plain woman. She wears a fine chain shirt which she covers with black colored cloaks and clothing. Her hair is chestnut and curly. She has a tattooed face.

Personality: She is very quiet and rarely speaks above a whisper. She tends to be very friendly, and is drawn to music, the smells of food and wine, and out-door festivals.

History: From birth she was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. A gifted student she started as a Barber, but she got bored and became a Map Maker. She struck the Map Maker job and began her own company from there.

Motivation: Gnomish compassion; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Shy, Racist. Bonds: Mentor, Job. Occupation: Map Maker

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: 11000 sp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This exceptionally lanky man has a large brown mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into his black robe. He is bald on top and has large white tufts of hair around his ears. He has gleaming, smiling amber eyes.

Personality: Shane speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. He is clearly well-traveled and educated. He passes on several rewards to people in need. He makes a point to leave places better than he found them.

History: Sold as a small child to a necromancer, Shane was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. When he was little, his rather wealthy family often ventured across the desert to a summer home near a large cave. He would wander through that large cave and adventure through it for days. One day while adventuring a terrible storm took place and he was stranded inside. His family spent the next few days looking for him, and could only assume he was dead when it came time to leave. The family never returned to the desert due to the painful memories there. Shane took refuge in the large cave and found the beat up club and armor he uses now. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes.

Ideals: Impeccable, Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Mentor, Nature. Occupation: Hunter

Voice: Indian accent

Possessions: 1700 gp.

Description: She is wearing a long, brown, dusty cloak. She cuts an attractive figure and her suit of old armor is well cared for even if it is obsolete. Her hair is golden, silky, and of moderate length. Her face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: She hates drow. She views them as having robbed her home of its proper glory. She is however nostalgic and wants to reunite with her old comrades. She has some compunction and patriotism and will work for the government before all other clients.

History: She was born into a rich family. In her 14th year, her parents were killed by a drow raid, leaving Rohesia alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, she was adopted. She then took over the family business and is one of the better Painter for hire.

Motivation: She wants revenge against drow; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Bonds: Attractive, Enemies, Adventurer, Rich, Job. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Relaxed voice

Possessions: 40 pp. Black pearl (800 gp). Blue quartz (11 gp). Emerald (700 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Her left thumb is blackened and bruised, but otherwise she appears quite healthy. She prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for her hunting needs. Her hair is auburn and curly. Her eyes are a pleasant amber.

Personality: She barks her statements quickly and with little fuss. She prefers small words and is at her heart utilitarian. She is accommodating to her spouse and as such limits her hospitality. She is brave and levelheaded in the face of danger and has proven herself a capable leader.

History: She was raised happily, as a normal child born to her mother and father. Her mother taught her the rudiments of the Priest arts, while her father instructed her in etiquette, music and courtly manner. She was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. She never won. Recently she has begun working with bootleggers and crooks.

Motivation: To pay off her debts; and she possesses a valuable artifact that the thieves guild wishes to steal

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Terse. Bonds: Rich, In love, Criminal record, Debt. Occupation: Priest

Voice: Pronounces difficult words wrong

Possessions: 170 gp.

Description: She prefers to wear tan pants and tee shirts. She is physically well-built. She wears a broad hat to hide her balding. Her eyes, though not visible through her cowl, are gray.

Personality: She exudes charisma. She is a tour de force of persuasion. She does not trust anyone and sleeps with one eye open.

History: Ielenia was born into a poor family. Growing up, she dreamt of becoming a Barbarian, to bring honor to her family’s name. When she came of age, she applied for a position with her town's local guard, looking to work her way up via merit and eventually become a Barbarian in service of a powerful lord somewhere. From there she went from mercenary job to mercenary job. She became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often; and to get a good night's sleep

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Attractive, Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Jittery and nervous

Possessions: 1700 sp.