Description: An imposing woman with a heavy stainless steel prosthetic left leg, she dresses in black turtlenecks beneath a blue coat with black slacks. Her hair is brown and curly. Her fair skin shows little sign of her aristocratic breeding.

Personality: She thrives on attention. She does whatever is in her power to gain the attention of whomever she deems a fit date. She does not regard money as being a problem because it has never been a problem for her. She lives in a bit of an ivory tower believing all problems are one quick intervention away from being solved.

History: She was raised happily, as a normal child born to her father and mother. Her father taught her the rudiments of the Interpreter arts, while her mother instructed her in etiquette, music and courtly manner. Her father was very strict, and drilled into her lessons on being the perfect lady. She has recently attracted an admirer that believes she's playing hard to get.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and she uses money and sex appeal to get what she needs

Ideals: Impeccable. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Has a crush. Occupation: Interpreter

Voice: High pitched, excited

Possessions: 100 pp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He wears very tight pants and wife beaters, though occasionally he sports a black coat. He has a moderate pudge and is not very fit. His blonde hair is cut short with large spiked bangs in the front. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: Karash is depressed about a lot of things. He tends to be a nihilist. He does not mind isolation but does not hate company and attempts to receive them as best as possible.

History: He got into the Map Maker business at a young age. He struck it rich when he found rare goods in large quantities. He inherited the family business which he has now maintained for 15 years.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Extrovert. Flaws: Depressed. Bonds: Job, Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Map Maker

Voice: Excited and jittery

Possessions: 140 gp. Moss agate (13 gp). 1 Darkwood Shield.

Description: An older woman who wears a fine chain shirt which she covers with black colored cloaks and clothing, she is not a threatening figure. She wears her black hair down. Her brown eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: She tends to agree with only herself unless someone else's opinion sounds like she can profit from it. She tries to control her temper but she can't always stop herself from what she feels what must be done. She moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep her interest for a month it is impressive.

History: She got into the Carter business at a young age. Through the years after Brakka was born, her mother became increasingly distant from her family, instead choosing to pursue power in the south. Brakka's mother didn't care for her much, and the feeling was mutual. She knows her nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but her.

Motivation: To prove her worth to the world; and sabotage a competitor

Flaws: Antagonistic, Hedonist, Impulsive. Bonds: Job, Rich. Occupation: Carter

Voice: Farmer accent

Possessions: 60 pp. Golden pearl (60 gp). Moss agate (10 gp). 1 Half-Plate.

Description: This late middle aged woman wears clothing that is held on in multiple layers but all of it is in poor condition and is in decent physical shape. She sports a flattop fur cut. Her ears are large.

Personality: Eccentric and domineering, Dagger will drive conversation. She is a ruthless business woman, a trait she acquired from her mother.

History: Dagger was born in the west. At a young age she loved to build and create. A gypsy cursed her at a young age, leading to her ugly appearance. She now has a substantial network of resources ranging from contacts to ships to peers.

Motivation: Retire the richest woman in the west; and marry her brother to traveling adventurers

Ideals: Extrovert, Entrepeneur, Persistence. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Cartwright

Voice: Whispers

Possessions: 1000 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is lean but muscular and has a large violet mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into his brown robe. His golden hair is singed and shortened. His brown eyes peer out from beneath his deerstalker violet hat.

Personality: He hates orcs. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. He is motivated by money and will often try and persuade people to work for cheap. He haggles over everything, upselling his goods and buying cheap. He is persistent in everything.

History: He was raised by priests from a young age. He took after his mother in leading caravans. Because they were valued, his mother taught him to defend himself. When his mother died while fighting orcs, the young Thomas began to lead the lost caravan. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He wants revenge against orcs.

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Enemies, Religious, Mentor. Occupation: Carpenter

Voice: Spits words with contempt

Possessions: 260 gp. Malachite (8 gp). 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: A woman with a cold, calculating air about her, she wears a tan tunic with grey highlights, and long brown pants that bunch up around her shoes. Her auburn hair has been sun bleached extensively. She was beautiful and young once, which still shows through her age, but it is a faded beauty.

Personality: She shows great sympathy to all travelers. She's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. She does not believe in violence as a means to an end. She is a dedicated Server but believes her peers are too gung-ho.

History: She was raised happily, as a normal child born to her mother and father. Her mother taught her the rudiments of the Server arts, while her father instructed her in etiquette, music and courtly manner. A serious injury left her mother unemployed and in need of constant care. Her family became saddled with debt trying to care for her infirm mother. She leaves a trail of broken hearts and full pockets wherever she goes.

Motivation: She feels the way she acts is they only way to get by in the world; and she uses money and sex appeal to get what she needs

Ideals: Philantrophist, Pacifist, Impeccable. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Debt. Occupation: Server

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: 100 gp. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: She is an attractive woman, lean and moderately muscular. She is typically in her Weaver uniform. Her hair is short and silver. Her eyes are hazel and catlike.

Personality: She dislikes all the random violence that takes place in the north. She is an amazing painter.

History: Her history is one of pain. She was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves her parents kept. Her parents enrolled her in a Druid school at a young age so that she could practice her arcane talents. She has worked as a Weaver like her father before her.

Motivation: Expand her business.

Ideals: Pacifist, Gifted. Bonds: Job, Attractive, Slave. Occupation: Weaver

Voice: Forgets to breathe while speaking

Possessions: 400 gp.