Description: This northern woman's face is deformed and paralyzed on one side. As such, she slurs her words together. She is well dressed, but even with her fine clothing she looks run-down. She wears a broad hat to hide her balding. Her ears are large.

Personality: She is quite rude, and likes to deride her opponents skill and shout insults at them. She enjoys reading and quiet.

History: When she was but 5 years old her parents immigrated from the north. Ostracized due to the psionic powers of her oldest brother, she and her siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Half-Elves became a terror of the countryside. She left for the north, certain she would find work there.

Motivation: She's repulsed by the PC; and she wants to meet her childhood hero

Ideals: Logical, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Immigrant. Occupation: Crown-heir

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A man of a pale complexion, he wears many layers of old clothing at all times. His black fur has been sun bleached extensively. His face is scarred and worn.

Personality: He is very quiet and rarely speaks above a whisper. Cask enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for his love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: He was born in a small plains village. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: Meet up once more with his childhood friend; and he wants to meet his childhood hero

Flaws: Ugly, Shy, Hedonist. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer, Nature. Occupation: Brewer

Voice: Timid voice

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: The dark-skinned woman stands 3'11" and prefers to wear flannel. Her hair is cut close to her head. Her thin eyebrows rest above her beady brown eyes.

Personality: Oriff hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate her. It was this clingy personality that held back her writing career. Her home and work are filled with various knick knacks she has acquired through the years. She cares a great deal for her adopted teenage daughter.

History: Born in the south to a Bookbinder, Oriff learned a great deal about her father's area of expertise. A gypsy cursed her at a young age, leading to her ugly appearance. She is untrained/undisciplined, which makes her dangerous.

Motivation: Marry her brother to traveling adventurers; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Insane. Bonds: Family, Job. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Old Prospector

Possessions: 140 gp. 1 Half-Plate.

Description: Dark and lean, she is a relatively plain woman. She likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. Her auburn hair is styled in orderly dreadlocks. Her half smiles and brown eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: She is happy with her job as a Sailor. She turns her eye from what people do, preferring to live and let live. She is obsessed with finding treasure.

History: She was born in the west. She always admired divine-users and wanted to develop the talent, but never had the affinity for it. She moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern.

Ideals: Gifted. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Adventurer, Immigrant. Occupation: Sailor

Voice: Speaks with back of mouth

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: This malnourished woman wears very tight pants and wife beaters, though occasionally she sports a pastel coat. Her top hat is riddled with cuts and holes. Her eyes are a pleasant yellow.

Personality: A skeptical and narcissistic woman, Gale's first love is herself. Her second love is also herself. She invented a lineage for herself and claims to be descended from several legendary heroes.

History: The child of a Interpreter, who enjoyed hunting, Gale was taken on many hunting expeditions. 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 spent several years traveling with her friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: She's looking for her big break; and she has passion for adventuring and risk

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer, Nature. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Hard of hearing, loud

Possessions: 5000 sp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This younger middle-aged man wears a lot of dark rich colors, with gold accents, and a wedding ring on his left hand. He sports a long auburn beard, and similarly colored long hair. His hazel eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: He is unhospitable to his core. His small house has "No trespassing" Signs all over it. He is a thrill seeker, he laughs at people and throws down challenges. He is highly competitive and combative.

History: He was raised in a island tribe. Reirak abandoned his home at a very young age, living in the fields and plains. He survived everyday through hunting and stealing from passersby. He did whatever it took for him to survive. He has since married many spouses, only to have them die. He claims to not be responsible.

Motivation: To reunite with his old friends.

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, In love, Adventurer, Nature. Occupation: Jeweler

Voice: Excited and jittery

Possessions: 2400 gp. Golden yellow topaz (200 gp). Rose (40 gp). Aquamarine (200 gp). Clear bright green emerald (6000 gp). Star rose quartz (40 gp). Smoky quartz (40 gp). Blue quartz (7 gp). Alexandrite (200 gp). Coral (150 gp). Silver pearl (150 gp).

Description: He wears dark leathers with embroidery. He is physically well-built. He has shaved his head bald. He is baby faced.

Personality: He considers himself a man of culture and sophistication. He likes a good challenge to his wits. He is always in debt, since he spends his money on lavish parties and gifts for friends

History: A child with a great deal of dancing talent his parents made sure he got the chance to thrive. His mother was very strict, and drilled into him lessons on being the perfect gentleman. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: To prove his worth to the world; and he is wracked by social anxiety

Ideals: Impeccable, Artistic. Flaws: Impulsive, Fearful. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Middle-eastern accent

Possessions: 600 gp. Moss agate (14 gp). Red spinel (110 gp). Carnelian (80 gp).