Description: He wears a shirt that is too small, which lets his gut show, with a ratty red coat over it. He is portly but not overly obese. His golden hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. He has a dull look in his green eyes.

Personality: Overbrimming with self-confidence, Altho isn't afraid of most anything. He has a strong dislike to people who do not believe in Halfling unity. His home and work are filled with various knick knacks he has acquired through the years. He cares a great deal for his adopted teenage son.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his mother and father. His mother taught him the rudiments of the Stableman arts, while his father instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. In his formative years he discovered how persuasive he was. He began using that to his advantage selling useless wares at inflated prices. He has since lost track of the people in his past.

Motivation: Retire the richest man in the east; and he has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Impeccable, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Family, Rich. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: 5000 sp.

Description: An older woman who has a large black mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into her tan robe, she is not a threatening figure. Her hair is brown and curly. Her blue eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: She is a Bounty Hunter first and foremost. She believes firmly that knowledge should be universal. She does not mind isolation but does not hate company and attempts to receive them as best as possible.

History: She was born in the south, but her parents moved at a very young age to the west. She has chosen to use the inheritance that was left to her frivolously. She moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: She's in love; and she would like to get married and retire

Ideals: Extrovert. Bonds: Job, Immigrant, Rich, Has a crush. Occupation: Bounty Hunter

Voice: Draws out vowels

Possessions: 400 gp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.

Description: She is a mite stocky and wears many layers of old clothing at all times. Her silver hair is matted, messy, and big. Her eyes are brown.

Personality: She is mildly Dwarf supremacist, though she does not identify as such. She is susceptible to being scared and is in actuality easily frightened. She likes to tell stories.

History: She was born on a small isolated farm. She was a friend to animals and a trickster. In her defense of animals however she would do severe harm to people. She routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and a strong sense of loyalty to dwarven people

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Ugly, Racist, Fearful. Bonds: Poor, Nature. Occupation: Guard

Voice: Rolls R's

Possessions: 1000 gp. Silver comb with moonstones (1000 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (1000 gp). Gold music box (2000 gp). Old masterpiece painting (500 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (30 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1700 gp).

Description: He very much looks the part of a Fletcher. His attire stands in sharp contrast to his mace, which is beautifully polished and possesses an ornate carving of a cross on it. His silver hair is thinning but still full. He is baby faced.

Personality: He is almost excessively polite to everyone, even when angry. He does not trust anyone and sleeps with one eye open.

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Oloric was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. He went to a religious school and was inspired by the priests there in charitable deeds. He now owns his own business.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and he'd like to take his coworkers down a peg

Flaws: Shy, Insomniac. Bonds: Job, Mentor, Religious. Occupation: Fletcher

Voice: Prounounces S like Z

Possessions: 380 gp. 1 Climber’s kit.

Description: A pudgy man standing about 6'5" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He is well dressed, constantly wearing a grey suit, violet shirt, and tan tie. His golden hair is singed and shortened. His amber eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: Alex speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. He is clearly well-traveled and educated. He is a thrill seeker, he laughs at people and throws down challenges. He is highly competitive and combative.

History: He was born several months after his father was called into army service. His childhood dream was to be a Bellfounder, but he was a colossal failure. He then took over the family business and is one of the better Weaver for hire.

Motivation: He doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Adventurer, Military, Job. Occupation: Weaver

Voice: pre-pubescent

Possessions: 20 gp.

Description: A woman with a calm yet intense air about her, she is well dressed, but even with her fine clothing she looks run-down. She wears her white hair down. She wears a mask on her face.

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. She is underhanded and not above using her wealth and body to get others to do her bidding.

History: A studious child she never was much for a social life, not because she was unlikable, but because she did not seek it out. She was one of the best in her class, and was picked up by her current employer. She quickly showed her capability and was soon promoted to a head role. She has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: To reunite with her old friends; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Gifted. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Detective

Voice: Nasally tone

Possessions: 11000 cp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: She is lean but muscular and wears a brown armored body suit, with a simple black line shooting up and back down. She wears a colorful flower in her blonde hair. Her green eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: She acts crazy and hedonistic. She dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. Her biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: Gillyd was born the youngest of three triplets. 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. Due to her spouse's obsession with being a Cartwright they were divorced and she won custody of their daughter. She worked as a Shepherd, and she later adopted a second daughter.

Motivation: Marry her brother to traveling adventurers.

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Attractive, Family. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Soft and mumbly

Possessions: 100 gp. Citrine (30 gp).