Description: A woman with a calm yet intense air about her, she has the majority of her body covered in plate. Her hair is long and golden with streaks of blonde, and is pulled back with small white clips. Her fierce gray eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: Ekk wants to be seen as a stoic, levelheaded, noble Expert, so she tries to act the part. She does a good job, for the most part... Her job bores her to no end. She has decided to make it more interesting.

History: She was born to a criminal king-pin and mafia family Her father was very strict, and drilled into her lessons on being the perfect lady. She has dedicated herself to building a better village for her children.

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

Ideals: Disciplined, Impeccable. Bonds: Adventurer, Criminal record. Occupation: Stylist

Voice: Adds syll-ab-les for em-pha-sis

Possessions: 6000 gp. Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1000 gp). A delicate silver chain set with a tourmaline (20 gp). Gold music box (4000 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (40 gp). A pair of blacksmith’s puzzle; each has a pair of interlocked iron designs that users try to take apart and put back together (20 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (700 gp). Solid gold idol (400 gp). Gold cup set with emeralds (6000 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: An older man who wears clothing that is held on in multiple layers but all of it is in poor condition, he is not a threatening figure. His blonde hair is cut short with large spiked bangs in the front. He has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. He wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: Thorin is a sociable creature first and foremost. He loves to listen to people at length before talking their ear off. He can carry on conversation for hours and will do so. Thorin is a bit of a follower. Usually he is manipulated by his brothers into helping them out, but recently he has become more of a free agent.

History: He was born in the south. He moved from fad to fad and when he turned 15 he discovered music. He left for the south, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: His relatives are trying to arrange a marriage.

Ideals: Extrovert, Artistic. Bonds: Poor, Family, Immigrant. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Deep voice with rolling R's

Possessions: 4000 cp.

Description: This tall, slender man wears a well pressed and immaculate suit (or dress). His dark red hair is braided into rings. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: He is mildly Tiefling supremacist, though he does not identify as such. He is always in debt, since he spends his money on lavish parties and gifts for friends

History: He was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. He was a friend to animals and a trickster. In his defense of animals however he would do severe harm to people. He hasn't been sleeping well lately.

Motivation: A strong sense of loyalty to Tabaxi people; and to get a good night's sleep

Flaws: Insomniac, Racist, Impulsive, Disease. Bonds: Nature. Occupation: Detective

Voice: Sleepy voice

Possessions: 1000 gp. Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (1000 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (500 gp). Solid gold idol (200 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (500 gp). Jeweled gold crown (6000 gp). Old masterpiece painting (500 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (500 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This woman stands a little under 3'11" and is a bit bulky. She is very muscular particularly in the legs. She wears a weathered and beat up set of banded mail beneath an oversized grey coat. Her golden hair, when down, is lengthy. Her eyes are gray and she is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: She does not care much for physical appearances, nor does she care much for other people. She does however care about what she wants and getting it. She will often invite strangers home for dinner and talk their ears off. She cares deeply for her spouse and does her best to make sure her guests look presentable.

History: Sold as a small child to a necromancer, Helgret was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. She eventually earned her freedom when her former master disappeared. She couldn't stand her childhood mentor and eventually formed a pact with her mentor's previously failed apprentice to rebel. When their plan failed the mentor lashed out against both of them and fled. Since then, she has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved; and wishes to resurrect an old love

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: In love, Mentor. Occupation: Fortune-teller

Voice: Spanish accent

Possessions: 200 sp. Moonstone (60 gp). Violet garnet (500 gp). 1 Half-Plate.

Description: Her right side is far more bruised and cut up than her other. She wears a brown costume with the symbols of strength on her torso. Her lavender fur is lengthy. Her thin eyebrows rest above her beady green eyes.

Personality: A grumpy gal she will invite people to lunch so she can critique them. Yet she still seems generally likeable, like a lovable grump. She lacks restraint and is impulsive. She jumps in and acts without thinking all too often.

History: She was raised happily, as a normal child born to her father and mother. Her father taught her the rudiments of the Barber arts, while her mother instructed her in etiquette, music and courtly manner. She was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. Her spouse died of illness and she inherited everything. 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: She's repulsed by the PC; and money/treasure

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Impulsive. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Barber

Voice: Hollow voice

Possessions: 8000 sp. Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1800 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Solid gold idol (900 gp).

Description: He is an average looking western male in his early mid-life. He likes to wear ponchos typically of a light blue in addition to tight pants. His hair is always cut to a buzz. He tend to wears goggles to shield his eyes.

Personality: Soft-spoken and well mannered, he has an amazing amount of patience and a slow boiling temper. He is cautious and jumpy. He reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. His parents died when he was young, and he was unceremoniously dumped in the city orphanage. Rael 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 Rael. He now has a substantial network of resources ranging from contacts to ships to peers.

Motivation: To reunite with his old friends; and he feels threatened by others

Ideals: Disciplined, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Criminal record, Adventurer. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: Old masterpiece painting (900 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). Solid gold idol (400 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1700 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is dressed in a clean green cloak covering his clean studded leather. He cuts an attractive figure and his suit of old armor is well cared for even if it is obsolete. His chestnut hair is heavily combed to the right. He has a dull look in his gold eyes.

Personality: He considers himself the perfect gentleman. He makes a point to always show proper etiquette and frequently critiques the etiquette of others. He is terrible with names forgetting people's names several times before they finally stick; this causes him no end of embarrassment.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. His father was very strict, and drilled into him lessons on being the perfect gentleman. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: He is greedy.

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Forgetful. Bonds: Attractive, Rich. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Pronounces 'its' and 'is' like 'eats' and 'ease'

Possessions: 800 sp. Sardonyx (20 gp). 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.