Description: A 3'2" eastern woman, she wears a fine chain shirt which she covers with white colored cloaks and clothing. Her white hair, when down, is lengthy. Her amber eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: She hates Halflings with a passion. As such she is filled with self loathing. She works hard and plays hard.

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Merla was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. She eventually earned her freedom when her former master disappeared. Before the accident, she was one of the most outspoken anti-Half-Elven activists. She was mortally wounded, saved by a kind and fast-acting Half-Elven doctor. She has dedicated herself to building a better world.

Motivation: She's attracted to the PC; and she's looking for her big break

Flaws: Racist, Hedonist. Bonds: Mentor, Adventurer, Has a crush. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Rolls R's

Possessions: 120 gp.

Description: This younger middle-aged woman is renowned for her bright yellow dresses and hats, and a wedding ring on her right hand. Her silver hair, when down, is lengthy. Her brown eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. She has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: She considers herself a woman of culture and sophistication. She likes a good challenge to her wits. She has zero loyalty and will suck up to whomever is within range, in the hopes of being moved to a better position.

History: She served in the navy to pay for her family's outstanding loans. Her father was a soldier and died while she was still young. Avelina was left her father's suit of armor and trained in its use and care. She's also a talented Sailor, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: She is wracked by social anxiety; and she doesn't get along with people that don't share her tastes

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Addict, Fearful. Bonds: In love, Military, Job. Occupation: Shipwright

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: 600 gp.

Description: A hulking woman with gigantic muscles, she is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers her face most of the time. Her black hair is knotted and matted. She wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into her face.

Personality: Quiet and reserved she prefers to listen than to talk. She will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. She has zero loyalty and will suck up to whomever is within range, in the hopes of being moved to a better position.

History: Born to a Herbalist, her father struggled to pay the bills. She worked as a nervous Body Guard and found it very stressful. She now owns her own business.

Motivation: She feels threatened by others; and she's looking for her big break

Flaws: Shy, Fearful. Bonds: Poor, Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Scandinavian accent

Possessions: 900 gp.

Description: He typically wears tan cloth garments or leather armor, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 3'3" when asserting himself. He sports a long golden beard, and similarly colored long hair. He is missing an eye and his face is severely sunburned. His one remaining eye shines blue.

Personality: He never swears and excessively uses polite adverbs when speaking. He has a minor phobia of water and hates getting wet.

History: His divine talent manifested at a young age. Aiming to upstage a rival house, his parents had him trained. He went to a religious school and was inspired by the priests there in charitable deeds. He was granted divine powers by his dying brother.

Motivation: He is terrified, and will act out of fear.

Ideals: Optimist, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Fearful. Bonds: Religious. Occupation: Roofer

Voice: Italian accent

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: He is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. He is portly but not overly obese. His fur, while still mostly beige, has prominent grey streaks. His eyes are likewise yellow. His teeth are yellowed and unaligned.

Personality: He cares much about the opinion of others, both in good and in bad: when keeping in line with his opinion, he thinks highly of the other person, but when opinions clash, he can get violently argumentative. He is a big fan of imagination and believes people should spend more time reading and writing.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. A serious injury left his father unemployed and in need of constant care. His family became saddled with debt trying to care for his infirm father. He has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: To pay off his debts; and retire the richest man in the north

Ideals: Fighting, Opinionated, Logical, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Debt. Occupation: Hunter

Voice: Aggressive tone

Possessions: 200 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.