Description: He is an exceptionally muscular looking western young adult. He wears tight fitting clothing which further accentuates his frame. Beneath his clothing is a huge mess of scar tissue. His white hair is smooth and relatively long. His gold eyes peer out from beneath his feathered black hat.

Personality: He is enamored with his job. He loves it. He likes the challenge and he likes helping those less fortunate than him. He dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. His biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: He was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. 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. Qemuel took refuge in the large cave and found the beat up lance and armor he uses now. He inherited the family business which he has now maintained for 7 years.

Motivation: He is unsatisfied with his job; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Attractive, Slave, Job, Nature. Occupation: Armorer

Voice: Farmer accent

Possessions: 12000 sp.

Description: 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 long auburn hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. She wears an eyepatch.

Personality: She is irritable and easily angered. She is a bit of a bully and is not afraid to use her stature and powers to intimidate and hurt. 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: Born in the south to a Spy, Aline learned a great deal about her father's area of expertise. After coming to the age of reason, Aline took it upon herself to study the divine arts in their entirety; because of this, she was labeled a dark omen and banished from her homeland. She was granted divine powers by her dying brother.

Motivation: To be a Courier again.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: In love, Job. Occupation: Spy

Voice: Complex vocabulary, royal

Possessions: 600 gp. Chrysoprase (20 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: 5'3" and lanky with angular features, she is an attractive figure. She wears a custom-built plate barding that's adorned with tan lining and desert motifs. Her hair, while still mostly red, has prominent grey streaks. Her half smiles and green eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: Mialee speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. She is clearly well-traveled and educated. Energy wise she seems alert and responsive.

History: Gifted from a young age, Mialee studied abroad. She was taken from her home at a very young age. She was granted divine powers by her dying sister.

Motivation: She doesn't get along with people that don't share her tastes; and she is currently in port desperately looking for someone to get her out

Ideals: Impeccable, Professionalism, Gifted. Bonds: Attractive, Slave. Occupation: Armorer

Voice: Old Prospector

Possessions: 200 gp. Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (500 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (800 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (40 gp).

Description: A well shaped woman just over fifty, she wears red painted combat armor at almost all times. She has a long auburn ponytail with little hanging trinkets. She has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. She wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: She is very quiet and rarely speaks above a whisper. She is a font of random trivia from the lore and stories she has discovered

History: She was born in the east, but her parents moved at a very young age to the west. She took every job she could get her hands on, but the opportunities for Halflings in the east were limited. She hasn't been sleeping well lately.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep; and to share knowledge with the world

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Shy, Insomniac. Bonds: Immigrant. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Relaxed voice

Possessions: 700 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A stocky darker skinned man, he is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. His brown hair is long and unkept. His gray eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: He is almost excessively polite to everyone, even when angry. He has a taste for the finer things and spends a great deal of money on luxuries, some more exotic than others.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. In his formative years he discovered how persuasive he was. He began using that to his advantage selling useless wares at inflated prices. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: He is greedy.

Ideals: Fighting, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Rich, Mentor. Occupation: Seamstress

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 30 pp.

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he wears tattered old clothes. His fur, while still mostly gray, has prominent grey streaks. This amber eyed southerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: He is a very happy person and has lots of energy. To put it simply, he's a very lovable idiot. He plays an instrument quite well.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. He was one of the best in his class, and was picked up by his current employer. He quickly showed his capability and was soon promoted to a head role. He then took over the family business and is one of the better Mercenary for hire.

Motivation: To be a Mason again; and he is unsatisfied with his job

Ideals: Optimist, Artistic. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Job. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: Deep voice with rolling R's

Possessions: 19000 cp. Red-brown spinel (130 gp). 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: He is lean but muscular and typically wears black cloth garments or leather armor. His crest is green and very short. He is missing an eye and his face is severely sunburned. His one remaining eye shines red.

Personality: Friendly and accommodating he would invite many more into his home than his spouse would be comfortable with if they did not express concern about it. He can see the true alignment of people by looking at them, and uses this to pass judgement.

History: He was raised by priests from a young age. His druidic abilities were realized during a raid on his village. He now spends his time doing works of charity.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs; and his religion dominates his actions

Ideals: Philantrophist, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Religious, Mentor. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Booming voice

Possessions: 100 gp.