Description: A woman with a warm, jovial air about her, she wears long strands of sapphire and short brown dresses (or suits) accompanied by the proper stockings and shoes, with gloves of varying lengths. She keeps her long gray fur kept up in a rat tail. Her eyes, though not visible through her cowl, are green.

Personality: Emerald speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. She is clearly well-traveled and educated. To her fellows she is seen as friendly and intelligent, but is angry and unforgiving to the so called fatcats and any who do and have associated with them.

History: She was raised by priests from a young age. She was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. Her spouse died of illness and she inherited everything. She has built up a small fortune and can afford her own way.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and she doesn't get along with people that don't share her tastes

Ideals: Impeccable. Bonds: Rich, Enemies, Religious, Mentor. Occupation: Shoemaker

Voice: Speaks with squeezed throat

Possessions: 1900 gp. Gold and ruby ring (3000 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (150 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (300 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (150 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1000 gp).

Description: He is dressed in an above average manner. He is bristling with hidden weapons, mostly shortbows and scimitars. His hair is blue and curly. His black eyes peer out from beneath his deerstalker black hat.

Personality: He takes his job very seriously, in part because he fears he cannot get a new one. He is cautious and jumpy. He reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. His childhood dream was to be a Jeweler, but he was a colossal failure. He ran away from his former home and has been making his living as a Engraver for the past few years.

Motivation: A rival would like him out of the picture; and he will attempt to ambush and attack anyone he thinks he can take on alone and try to knock them out with non-lethal damage. if successful, he will try to sell them to his slave-trader contact

Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Criminal record, Job, Mentor. Occupation: Engraver

Voice: Smooth and feminine

Possessions: 9000 sp. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: This man is tall and muscular. He is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. He wears his black fur up. His skin is flawless and his hazel eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: He cares much about the opinion of others, both in good and in bad: when keeping in line with his opinion, he thinks highly of the other person, but when opinions clash, he can get violently argumentative. He is however nostalgic and wants to reunite with his old comrades. He has some compunction and patriotism and will work for the government before all other clients.

History: He is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Tabaxi companion (his '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. Sun fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: He wants to meet his childhood hero.

Ideals: Fighting, Athletic, Opinionated. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer, Rich. Occupation: Carpenter

Voice: Scratchy, weak

Possessions: 10000 gp. Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (800 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (600 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (40 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (800 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (3000 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (170 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (400 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1300 gp). A delicate brass dragon egg (40 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (800 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (4000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (400 gp). Jeweled anklet (1000 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (800 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (800 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (1000 gp).

Description: A plain young-adult man, he is dressed in a clean green cloak covering his clean studded leather. His hair is white, silky, and of moderate length. His gold eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: He is extraordinarily passive and rarely speaks, let alone speaks his mind. He also has developed a complete distrust of the Shepherd profession.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. Through the years after Astar was born, his father became increasingly distant from his family, instead choosing to pursue power in the north. Astar's father didn't care for him much, and the feeling was mutual. He has drifted from career to career and currently works as a Courier.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern.

Flaws: Shy, Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Poor. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Speaks with lower jaw sticking out

Possessions: 2000 gp. Solid gold idol (200 gp). Solid gold idol (200 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (200 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He appears as an extremely gaunt Elf, and stands approximately 5'0". He wears skinny pants and wears a tan and white robe with the hood down, and his gloved hand is found clutching a quarterstaff. His black hair has been sun bleached extensively. He is very pretty but has cold, dead eyes.

Personality: He takes his job very seriously, in part because he fears he cannot get a new one. He does not regard money as being a problem because it has never been a problem for him. He lives in a bit of an ivory tower believing all problems are one quick intervention away from being solved.

History: The child of eastern immigrants he idolized his father. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Dwarven companion (his 'brother'). He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: To be a Slave Trader again.

Bonds: Attractive, Job, Rich, Immigrant, Adventurer. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: She has a missing left arm. She wears grey leather gloves, a grey jacket, and tight pants. Her white hair, when down, is lengthy. Her green eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. She has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: She is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help her friends. She considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. 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: She was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. Her mother had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted her to inherit them. Some 10 years later her spouse died after the birth of her son. Heartbroken, Werydd never married again. Instead she focused her life to raising her son whom she trained as her mother had trained her before.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved; and money/treasure

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Addict. Bonds: In love, Rich. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Jamaican accent

Possessions: 50 gp. 1 Everburning torch.

Description: She prefers to wear tan pants and tee shirts. She cuts an attractive figure and her suit of old armor is well cared for even if it is obsolete. She has white hair. She has a dull look in her green eyes.

Personality: Aside from being a little slow due to sleep deprivation she is generally quite perceptive. She notices little details and can draw good conclusions from them. She is used to getting what she wants. In part because she is a meticulous planner.

History: She was raised happily, as a normal child born to her father and mother. Her father taught her the rudiments of the Server arts, while her mother instructed her in etiquette, music and courtly manner. She inherited a moderately successful company from her father. Under her leadership it has flourished, and using capital from her venture she effectively owns an entire region. 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 has money and likes to spend it; and to get a good night's sleep

Ideals: Professionalism. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Attractive, Rich. Occupation: Server

Voice: Hissing voice

Possessions: Just what you see.