Description: He wears a violet costume with the symbols of the four houses of cards on his torso. His attire stands in sharp contrast to his bow, which is beautifully polished and possesses an ornate carving of a butterfly on it. He has styled his brown hair well, parting it to the right. His eyes are hazel and beady.

Personality: He is a very happy person and has lots of energy. To put it simply, he's a very lovable idiot. Conrad is a bit of a follower. Usually he is manipulated by his brothers into helping them out, but recently he has become more of a free agent.

History: He was born several months after his mother was called into army service. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. One night he noticed a nearby shooting star which he hiked out to see where it landed. It turned out to be an ancient artifact of some kind. He has done his darndest to repair it but it is currently non-functional.

Motivation: Marry his brother to traveling adventurers; and regain custody of his son

Ideals: Optimist, Persistence. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Family, Military. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: Indian accent

Possessions: 340 gp. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: She is of a modest build and height, but she carries herself more imposing than she is. She is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers her face most of the time. She has styled her scarlet crest well, parting it to the right. Her fierce gold eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: She is someone who is used to having a large amount of sex appeal. She also lacks a concept of privacy and shares just about everything. A fanatic, her devotion to her small selection of gods is unquestionable. She claims to be doing their will and will base all her actions on whether or not they would be pleasing to the gods.

History: She is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. Being born in the north, she completed her medical training abroad so as to avoid the war. She returned after the war having achieved medical proficiency. She was a general practitioner in the north for years, until she, through no fault of her own, lost a patient who had a very powerful family. Rather than risk reprisal she made her way east. She leaves a trail of broken hearts and full pockets wherever she goes.

Motivation: She is not mentally stable, and does not behave rationally; and she has a rivalry with the church that dominates her actions

Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Attractive, Religious, Rich, Family. Occupation: Brewer

Voice: Thin and wheezing

Possessions: 4000 cp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: This fat northern man has a bulbous nose and likes to wear red tank tops with yellow pants. His skin is also unnaturally pale. His red hair, when down, is lengthy. His eyes are a pleasant blue.

Personality: He fancies himself a trickster and likes to rely on his wits to carry the day. He cares for his older siblings and likes to be recognized by them. He is a bit of a xeno-phobe, disliking non-Halflings.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. At a young age he wooed the heart of his future spouse and the two had a long relationship before they wed. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Marry his sister to traveling adventurers; and regain custody of his son

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Racist. Bonds: Family, In love. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Scratchy, weak

Possessions: 700 gp. Obsidian (4 gp). Chrysoberyl (110 gp). Sardonyx (20 gp). Aquamarine (500 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: She prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for her hunting needs, and carries greatswords. She has shaved her head bald. She was beautiful and young once, which still shows through her age, but it is a faded beauty.

Personality: She is very quiet and rarely speaks above a whisper. The war was a terrible time for her, and Myev does not often speak of it. When she does, she does so with a strained expression and tears in her eyes.

History: She was born several months after her mother was called into army service. Her mother had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted her to inherit them. She remains aloof and afraid to be herself due to all the ideals others have placed upon her.

Motivation: She wants nothing more than to rejoin the army.

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Shy, Depressed. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Military. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Booming voice

Possessions: 800 gp. Carnelian (20 gp). Rock crystal (20 gp). Onyx (20 gp).

Description: She is a small woman, but exceptionally fit. She prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for her hunting needs. Her hair is red and curly. She wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into her face.

Personality: She swings through moods quickly. One moment she is cool and collected, the next she is carried away by passions. She is a logical person and will generally grow upset if things defy logic and science.

History: A powerful brothel owner made her what she is. In her formative years she discovered how persuasive she was. She began using that to her advantage selling useless wares at inflated prices. She now has a substantial network of resources ranging from contacts to ships to peers.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and to share knowledge with the world

Ideals: Athletic, Passionate, Logical, Entrepeneur. Bonds: Rich, Mentor. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 300 gp.