Description: This fat northern man has a bulbous nose and wears tan robes with leather pauldrons. Though occasionally he wears more armor. He prefers to carry a sword, but if one is not available he will default to his quarterstaff. His skin is also unnaturally pale. He has a very tight haircut. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. He claims to be unscrupulous but at the end of the day he will do what he thinks is right.

History: Paelias was born to in a poor docking district. He spent his early days working in the same smith shop his father was employed at, doing general labor. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He remains aloof and afraid to be himself due to all the ideals others have placed upon him.

Motivation: His religion dominates his actions; and to prove his worth to the world

Ideals: Justice. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Dutch accent

Possessions: 400 gp.

Description: She is of a modest build and height, but she carries herself more imposing than she is. She is generally well dressed albeit a few years behind the times. Her long chestnut hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. Her skin is flawless and her silver eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: She is not truly malevolent, but she is obsessed with poetry. She constantly tries to fill her life with poetry. She is kind towards other women and children and will generally offer women help without question. Others will generally need to prove themselves to her.

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Azza was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. She eventually earned her freedom when her former master disappeared. Her parents enrolled her in a Druid school at a young age so that she could practice her psionic talents. She used her abilities to travel the world and help people.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and a deep hatred of orcs

Ideals: Artistic, Philantrophist, Gifted. Bonds: Attractive, Mentor. Occupation: Barrister

Voice: Low and grunting

Possessions: 260 gp. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: He wears well tailored suits and hats with beautiful decoration. He is almost always dressed for an outing in high society. He carries with him a set of crossbows on his belt, each one with a jet on the hilt. He has wavy black hair. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: He shows great sympathy to all travelers. He's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. He can't help but pocket interesting objects he comes across

History: He was born in the north, but his parents moved at a very young age to the west. He inherited a moderately successful company from his father. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. He used his abilities to trick people and travel the world for free.

Motivation: He has decided he is irredeemable; and he is a bit of a kleptomaniac

Ideals: Fighting, Philantrophist. Bonds: Rich, Criminal record, Immigrant. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Farmer accent

Possessions: 170 pp. Azurite (12 gp). Golden pearl (70 gp). Carnelian (60 gp). Citrine (60 gp). Smoky quartz (60 gp). Rose (60 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This western woman is abnormally tall. She is dressed in earthy colors with a white and green handkerchief worn on her left side. Her whole body is exceptionally muscular. Her hair is always cut to a buzz. Her brown eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: She loves telling others what to do and how they should feel about things. She has all her life been fascinated with painting.

History: A powerful slaver made her what she is. She was part of a huge silver rush, which was taken over by a mining company. The company confiscated a lot of silver, but the shipment was lost. She has dedicated herself to building a better trade route.

Motivation: Gnomish compassion; and she's looking for her big break

Ideals: Opinionated, Artistic. Flaws: Racist. Bonds: Immigrant, Mentor, Adventurer. Occupation: Roofer

Voice: Low range voice

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: He is wearing dark clothing and a heavy breastplate, keeping many of his physical features obscured. He is portly but not overly obese. He has done his best to style his brown hair to look like a famous performer. His eyes are likewise hazel. His teeth are white and perfect.

Personality: In the realm of puns, he cannot help himself. He feels obliged to make them. A fanatic, his devotion to his small selection of gods is unquestionable. He claims to be doing their will and will base all his actions on whether or not they would be pleasing to the gods.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious western family, he was no stranger to responsibility. At a young age he wooed the heart of his future spouse and the two had a long relationship before they wed. Some 8 years later his spouse died after the birth of his daughter. Heartbroken, Ortegar never married again. Instead he focused his life to raising his daughter whom he trained as his mother had trained him before.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs; and revenge

Ideals: Joker. Bonds: Attractive, Religious, In love, Enemies. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Soft and mumbly

Possessions: 1500 gp.

Description: This woman stands a little under 5'10" and is a bit bulky. She is very muscular particularly in the legs. She likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. Her white hair is braided into rings. Her face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: She is not truly malevolent, but she is obsessed with writing. She constantly tries to fill her life with writing. She loves teas. She is very sensitive about her face. To blow off anger she lifts weights and to control her otherwise explosive temper she works out a lot.

History: The child of northern immigrants she idolized her mother. In her formative years she discovered how persuasive she was. She began using that to her advantage selling useless wares at inflated prices. She has never given up on her writing dream.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever.

Ideals: Artistic, Fighting, Entrepeneur. Bonds: Immigrant. Occupation: Marshal

Voice: Australian accent

Possessions: 4000 sp. Banded agate (15 gp). 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: This western woman is abnormally tall. She is wearing a perfectly clean shirt and pair of pants. Her whole body is exceptionally muscular. She has a very tight haircut. Her amber eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: Calm and collected, she is a well trained Dilettante. She is frequently practicing swordplay.

History: She was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. Her mother was a soldier and died while she was still young. Eloise was left her mother's suit of armor and trained in its use and care. She has gone from town to town till she finds a spot where she can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: She is unsatisfied with her job; and sabotage a competitor

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Poor, Job, Military. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Deep voice with rolling R's

Possessions: 4000 gp. Azurite (10 gp). Lapis lazuli (10 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (10 gp). Deep green spinel (140 gp). Freshwater pearl (10 gp). Brown-green garnet (140 gp). Rock crystal (80 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.