Description: She wears an old set of leather armor, nicked and torn by the ravages of time and battle. Her hair is cut close to her head. Her blue eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: She is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as she rather likes the sound of her voice. Her demeanor is somewhat feminine. When triggered she is a bloodthirsty maniac, stopping at nothing and killing everything for almost an hour.

History: She was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. Her parents died when she was young, and she was unceremoniously dumped in the city orphanage. Althaea grew up in the orphanage, tormented by the older kids and famished from lack of food. To avoid death by starvation, most orphans take to a life of crime or prostitution (often both), and so did Althaea. She would ruin relationships and cause injury. She was reprimanded several times before being given her current form and forced to learn humility.

Motivation: She has comitted a past crime that haunts her to this day.

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Insane, Disease. Bonds: Criminal record. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: Scottish accent

Possessions: 300 gp. 1 Half-Plate.

Description: This man stands a little under 6'1" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He wears a large hat to cast shadows over his face and wears ponchos to better hide his body. His hair is chestnut and curly. His eyes are red and catlike.

Personality: He never swears and excessively uses polite adverbs when speaking. He is used to getting what he wants. In part because he is a meticulous planner.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Sammal grew up listening to his mother's many stories. A gifted student he started as a Dyer, but he got bored and became a Server. In the meantime he has taken over work as a Server and occasionally as a mercenary.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of his brother; and to be a dyer again

Ideals: Optimist, Professionalism. Bonds: Adventurer, Job, Family. Occupation: Server

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: 400 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: She stands about 5'0" and is well dressed, constantly wearing a yellow suit, green shirt, and red tie. Her left leg appears badly burned and disfigured. Her hair is black, silky, and of moderate length. She wears a mask on her face.

Personality: Stoic and calm, she prefers to meditate than take action. On top of that she is swayed by a pretty face, and while loyalty to her employer will always come first she doesn't like to hit women.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Heather grew up listening to her father's many stories. Heather abandoned her home at a very young age, living in the fields and plains. She survived everyday through hunting and stealing from passersby. She did whatever it took for her to survive. She became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: She has passion for adventuring and risk; and she wants to meet her childhood hero

Ideals: Disciplined. Bonds: Attractive, Has a crush, Adventurer. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 170 gp.

Description: A hulking woman with gigantic muscles, she very much looks the part of a Guard. Her rusty crest is heavily combed to the left. Her face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: She has a good heart but also a terrible temper. She will forgive often but not before yelling and berating someone for whatever they have done wrong. She can't help but pocket interesting objects she comes across

History: A child with a great deal of writing talent her parents made sure she got the chance to thrive. Her childhood dream was to be a Priest, but she was a colossal failure. She used her abilities to trick people and travel the world for free.

Motivation: A rival would like her out of the picture; and sabotage a competitor

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Job, Criminal record. Occupation: Guard

Voice: Pirate accent

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

Description: A stocky darker skinned woman, she is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright violet and tan, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. She sports golden long hair. She has gleaming, smiling violet eyes.

Personality: She will use flattery and sarcasm to attack and weaken her opponents. Despite her formidable combat skills she remains a coward. She is obsessed with a lost civilization.

History: Raised by wardens she was only a novice when orcs swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. She was an adventurer many years ago and she formed a blood bond with her Gnomish companion (her 'brother'). Recently a tribe of orcs attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Melissa fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: She would like to get married and retire; and she is greedy

Ideals: Fighting. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer, Religious, Enemies, Has a crush. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Booming voice

Possessions: 37000 sp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He wears rags and sports a simple walking cane. He is portly but not overly obese. His fur is orange and very short. His voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: He's a bit of a prankster. He knows he is clumsy and seen as such and will often feign amnesia after injury. Flattery will make him almost putty in your hands.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. His father was very strict, and drilled into him lessons on being the perfect gentleman. He then took over the family business and is one of the better Stableman for hire.

Motivation: He doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes; and to be a butcher again

Ideals: Joker, Impeccable. Flaws: Insane, Selfish. Bonds: Poor, Job. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Spits words with contempt

Possessions: Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). Solid gold idol (900 gp).

Description: This southern woman is abnormally tall. She wears skinny pants and wears a yellow and red robe with the hood down. Her whole body is exceptionally muscular. She has shaved her head bald. She wears an eyepatch.

Personality: Calm and collected, she is a well trained Interpreter. She does suffer from mild PTSD, and the sight of orcs may trigger it at times.

History: She was raised in a white middle class family as the only child. She sought a place where she would be rewarded solely on the merits of her skills. This search led her directly into Interpreter work with an outfit from a few towns over. Interpreter work suited her well, and with each successful project, she earned more gold and more respect from her peers. She now owns her own business.

Motivation: She is unsatisfied with her job.

Flaws: Ugly, Mundane. Bonds: Immigrant, Job, Enemies. Occupation: Interpreter

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: 1 Minor magic item.