Description: She very much looks the part of a Baker, but does not cut a very imposing figure. She walks with a slouch but will stand straight to her full 4'2" when asserting herself. Her chestnut hair is long and unkept. Her ears are large.

Personality: She hates dire rats. She views them as having robbed her home of its proper glory. She seeks to pay back kindness whenever she gets the chance. Whether it be in the form of unwanted serenades or the latest gossip she always seeks to do solids for her friends.

History: Valida was born to in a poor docking district. She spent her early days working in the same smith shop her father was employed at, doing general labor. Like her father and her brother before her, after school she went straight into learning to become a Baker. She has achieved small success as a Baker.

Motivation: Many dire rats want her driven away; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job, Enemies, Poor. Occupation: Baker

Voice: Timid voice

Possessions: 10000 cp.

Description: Wearing a closed helm and plate, one would not know what he was had he not made sure his armor was more form fitting than normal. Outside of the suit he is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. His tied-back hair is red. His fierce hazel eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: He is intelligent and cunning, but he will too often allow his rage to get the better of him. He will lose his cool and rely on brute force to carry the day. He is used to getting what he wants. In part because he is a meticulous planner.

History: Sold as a small child to a necromancer, Barendd was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. He made a point of taking high paying jobs and getting most of it up front. When he grew older, he became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. He began work as a mercenary for hire. He would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and meet up once more with his childhood friend

Ideals: Professionalism. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Mentor, Adventurer. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 2000 gp. Brass mug with jade inlays (500 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (600 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (500 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1600 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1600 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1600 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: She is a mite stocky and wears a shirt that is too small, which lets her gut show, with a ratty tan coat over it. Her moppish silver hair is in a traditional bowl cut. She has several tiny amethyst earrings on each ear.

Personality: She is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as she rather likes the sound of her voice. Her demeanor is somewhat feminine. She has zero loyalty and will suck up to whomever is within range, in the hopes of being moved to a better position.

History: She was born into a rich family. 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. Since then, she has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved; and she has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly, Insane, Fearful. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Creaky witch voice

Possessions: 3200 sp.

Description: This malnourished 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. His wide-brimmed hat is riddled with cuts and holes. His eyes are hazel and beady.

Personality: He likes to be helpful to his clients. He likes to prescribe proper advice to his clients. Further he is a bit of a stoner and is frequently out of it.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. He graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. He advanced relatively quickly due to his good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. He struck the Scribe job and began his own company from there.

Motivation: He is unsatisfied with his job; and wants to open a new tavern

Flaws: Ugly, Addict. Bonds: Poor, Job, Military. Occupation: Scribe

Voice: Deep voice with rolling R's

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: A man with a calm yet intense air about him, he wears clothing that is held on in multiple layers but all of it is in poor condition. He wears his rusty crest down. His eyes are likewise red. His teeth are yellowed and unaligned.

Personality: He has always had a great fascination with Halfling culture. He uses divination through singing.

History: He was raised in a white middle class family as the only child. His psionic abilities were realized during a raid on his village. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Halfling compassion; and he seems to be bored by most things

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Racist, Mundane. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Middle-eastern accent

Possessions: White pearl (40 gp). Banded agate (16 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1600 gp). Alexandrite (1600 gp). Malachite (16 gp). Onyx (70 gp). Jade (40 gp). Iolite (70 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (1200 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (16 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: 5'3" and muscular, this northern man wears dull black sweaters, loose violet pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath his sweater he keeps a concealed spear, just in case. He sports a flattop hair cut. His skin is flawless and his black eyes scan people very quickly.

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 moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: He was born into a rich family. He was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. He never won. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC.

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Antagonistic, Hedonist. Bonds: Attractive, Rich. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Hissing voice

Possessions: 100 gp.

Description: She is a pot bellied western woman with a big hulking figure and broad shoulders. She dresses like a well dressed Masseuse does. Her brown hair is matted, messy, and big. Her silver eyes peer out from beneath her wide-brimmed green hat.

Personality: She believes there is no problem she cannot solve with sufficient elbow grease and persistence, if it is the best or most economic solution matters not. She is accommodating to her spouse and as such limits her hospitality. She is brave and levelheaded in the face of danger and has proven herself a capable leader.

History: She got into the Masseuse business at a young age. Like her father and her brother before her, after school she went straight into learning to become a Masseuse. Some 4 years later her spouse died after the birth of her daughter. Heartbroken, Ishte never married again. Instead she focused her life to raising her daughter whom she trained as her father had trained her before.

Motivation: Expand her business.

Ideals: Athletic, Persistence. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job, In love. Occupation: Masseuse

Voice: Uses sign language

Possessions: 300 pp.