Description: A stocky lighter skinned woman, she wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. Her golden hair is cut short. Her eyes, though not visible through her cowl, are blue.

Personality: She is quiet and anti-social and can barely make it a few minutes in conversation before her hampering stammer kicks in. When triggered she is a bloodthirsty maniac, stopping at nothing and killing everything for almost an hour.

History: Her martial talent manifested at a young age. Aiming to upstage a rival house, her parents had her trained. At a young age both her parents were killed in an accident. Her uncle (a powerful person with enemies on both sides of the law) took her in and had her trained in basic self defense. She now has a substantial network of resources ranging from contacts to ships to peers.

Motivation: Retire the richest woman in the east; and seeks redemption

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Gifted. Flaws: Shy, Insane. Bonds: Criminal record. Occupation: Fortune-teller

Voice: Australian accent

Possessions: Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1200 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1200 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: The dark-skinned man stands 4'4" and wears a robe, a symbol of death around his neck, and a greatsword on his belt. He has a long black beard with little hanging trinkets. He has hazel eyes and a brown hat with a yellow feather.

Personality: He will rave to anyone who will listen. He also has developed a complete distrust of the Miller profession.

History: He was born several months after his father was called into army service. Nalral abandoned his home at a very young age, living in the fields and plains. He survived everyday through hunting and stealing from passersby. He did whatever it took for him to survive. He ran away from his former home and has been making his living as a Barber for the past few years.

Motivation: He wants nothing more than to rejoin the army; and he desires power and/or immortality

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Job, Military, Adventurer. Occupation: Barber

Voice: Shortens vowels

Possessions: 600 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A man with thick toned arms and a paunchy gut. He wears a violet shirt, with a brown mid length shorts with brown tights and flats, usually wearing a coat over them. He has styled his brown hair well, parting it to the right. His fierce hazel eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: He is irritable and easily angered. He is a bit of a bully and is not afraid to use his stature and powers to intimidate and hurt. He takes great pride in his work and is very well organized. His planner is full of calendar events.

History: He is a Maurezhi in disguise. He found a children's book about a Half-Elf Cleric who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. He modeled his life after the story, seeing himself destined a hero. He became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: He desires power and/or immortality; and he feels kind of lost in life

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Antagonistic, Depressed. Bonds: Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: Creaky witch voice

Possessions: 4000 gp. Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (50 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (6000 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (2200 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (2200 gp). A silver and pearl hairclip (20 gp). Gold music box (2000 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1000 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (700 gp).

Description: This man stands a little under 5'10" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He wears a suit in poor condition. It has not been laundered in sometime and has been worn in activities one would not normally wear a suit during. He wears a colorful flower in his red hair. His eyes are likewise gray.

Personality: Oren hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate him. It was this clingy personality that held back his dancing career. He is obsessed with his god.

History: He was raised by priests from a young age. He made a point of taking high paying jobs and getting most of it up front. He now travels the world, in search of power and loot.

Motivation: His religion dominates his actions; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Artistic. Bonds: Adventurer, Attractive, Religious, Mentor. Occupation: Dyer

Voice: Rolls R's

Possessions: 2900 gp.

Description: His skin has the orange glow of too much sun. He is dressed in a clean grey cloak covering his clean studded leather. His black hair is styled in orderly dreadlocks. His half smiles and hazel eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: He is a Bowyer first and foremost. He believes firmly that knowledge should be universal. He is very protective of his business, his home, and his spouse. He is willing to work with less than legal methods but maintains the front of legitimacy.

History: A powerful slaver made him what he is. He took every job he could get his hands on, but the opportunities for Dwarves in the east were limited. He would ruin relationships and cause injury. He was reprimanded several times before being given his current form and forced to learn humility.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor; and wants to open a new tavern

Bonds: Attractive, Job, Criminal record, Mentor, Immigrant. Occupation: Bowyer

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: 390 gp. 1 Silk rope.

Description: This younger middle-aged man wears a black vest with golden trim over his white shirt. His brown leather gloves and pants are well-kept, and his black boots flare out at the collars, and a wedding ring on his right hand. His black crest is still thick. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: He has always had a great fascination with Half-Orc culture. He is able to make almost anything out of random pieces of junk.

History: Born in the north to a Tailor, Nadarr learned a great deal about his mother's area of expertise. At a young age he wooed the heart of his future spouse and the two had a long relationship before they wed. He has gone from town to town till he finds a spot where he can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: Someone believes him a fraud; and a strong sense of loyalty to half-orc people

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Racist. Bonds: In love, Job, Enemies. Occupation: Tailor

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: Dark and lean, she is a relatively plain woman. She is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright white and red, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. Her auburn hair is slicked back into a classic pompadour. Her blue eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: Calm and collected, she is a well trained Stableman. She has a habit of throwing herself into exceedingly dangerous situations.

History: She was a bastard born out of an affair, and her mother always resented and mistreated her for it out of spite. She inherited a moderately successful company from her mother. Under her leadership it has flourished, and using capital from her venture she effectively owns an entire region. She's since become an addict/alcoholic.

Motivation: To reunite with her absent mother; and find a way to reverse the transformation of her brother

Flaws: Impulsive, Antagonistic, Addict. Bonds: Rich, Job, Family. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Mousy voice

Possessions: 120 gp.