Description: The man speaks with an almost imperceptible accent. He seems to always be the slightest bit damp as if he got out from a pool a few moments ago. He wears a custom-built plate barding that's adorned with brown lining and desert motifs. He has orange fur. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He is inclined to make off color jokes and interpret anything that could be construed as such as innuendo. He misses his home and complains about the freezing weather, even in summer.

History: River hails from a village terrorized by orcs. A few years later when the north was not economically sound they moved to his current location. He remains aloof and afraid to be himself due to all the ideals others have placed upon him.

Motivation: He loathes his own lifestyle; and he feels kind of lost in life

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Shy, Depressed. Bonds: Immigrant, Enemies. Occupation: Jeweler

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: Moonstone (80 gp). Aquamarine (400 gp). Silver pearl (40 gp). Violet garnet (400 gp).

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, when down, is lengthy. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: He will use flattery and sarcasm to attack and weaken his opponents. Despite his formidable combat skills he remains a coward. He does not trust anyone and sleeps with one eye open.

History: Sold as a small child to a slaver, Gildmak was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. He found a children's book about a Halfling Bard who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. He modeled his life after the story, seeing himself destined a hero. He now travels the world, in search of power and loot.

Motivation: Obtaining odd cultural Human artifacts is his passion.

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Poor, Mentor, Adventurer. Occupation: Fisher

Voice: Slurs words

Possessions: 300 gp. Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1900 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is armored in gleaming platemail with gilded edges. A flowing black cape and mantle trimmed with soft violet waves gently in the breeze, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 5'4" when asserting himself. He has dyed his greying brown hair a little too much giving a sharp brown color. His eyes are a pleasant white.

Personality: A skeptical and narcissistic man, Ekemon's first love is himself. His second love is also himself. His respect, as difficult as one would find it to earn, is unwavering; those who more than prove themselves to him, a bar set well above any reasonable standard, he tolerates in varying degrees. Though less modest and more hasty in his reactions to snap at those who irritate him, Ekemon is combative with any and all who dare try his patience in the slightest.

History: He was born with several neurological imbalances, which makes sleep difficult for him. It may also be what makes him so good at details. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He hasn't been sleeping well lately.

Motivation: He doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes; and to get a good night's sleep

Ideals: Impeccable, Justice. Flaws: Disease, Insomniac. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Armorer

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: 900 gp.

Description: A well shaped woman just over fifty, she wears a robe, a symbol of death around her neck, and a ceremonial dagger on her belt. She has shaved her head bald. Her gray eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: Quiet and reserved she prefers to listen than to talk. She will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. She has all her life been fascinated with poetry.

History: Antinua was born into a poor family. Growing up, she dreamt of becoming a Sorcerer, to bring honor to her family’s name. When she came of age, she applied for a position with her town's local guard, looking to work her way up via merit and eventually become a Sorcerer in service of a powerful lord somewhere. She has had some formal poetry training, and achieved minor success. Lacking all sense, she decided to go on an adventure. She picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: Obtaining odd cultural Elven artifacts is her passion; and she desires power and/or immortality

Ideals: Fighting, Artistic. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Laborer

Voice: growls and snarls, animalistic

Possessions: 100 gp.

Description: She stands about 2'10" and wears many layers of old clothing at all times. Her left leg appears badly burned and disfigured. Her hair is always cut to a buzz. Her violet eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: She will rave to anyone who will listen. A true patriot, Portia would do anything for her country. She is fiercely protective of her fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: She was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. She graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. She advanced relatively quickly due to her good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. She was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: She wants nothing more than to rejoin the army.

Flaws: Ugly, Insane, Disease. Bonds: Poor, Military. Occupation: Carter

Voice: Indian accent

Possessions: 7000 gp. A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (160 gp). Gold music box (4000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1100 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (300 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.

Description: A middle-aged man, he wears an entirely black suit with green socks and a vest with buckled shoes, and is pretty ugly. His black hair is cut short with large spiked bangs in the front. His amber eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: Here is a man who knows he is the smartest in the room. He talks down to others constantly. He is however greedy and will demand payment and proof of collateral's value and will produce a merchant's scale to make sure he is not cheated out of a speck.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Mozfel grew up listening to his father's many stories. At a young age both his parents were killed in an accident. His uncle (a powerful person with enemies on both sides of the law) took him in and had him trained in basic self defense. He used his abilities to trick people and travel the world for free.

Motivation: He's looking for his big break; and nothing but the best is good enough for him

Ideals: Impeccable, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Adventurer, Criminal record. Occupation: Mayor

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 1700 sp.

Description: He has a missing left leg. He wears a blue shirt, with a brown mid length shorts with brown tights and flats, usually wearing a coat over them. His hair is cut close to his head. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

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 very protective of his business, his home, and his spouse. He is willing to work with less than legal methods but maintains the front of legitimacy.

History: His parents moved while he was still in utero so he is the first generation to be born here. He made a point of taking high paying jobs and getting most of it up front. Recently he has begun working with bootleggers and crooks.

Motivation: Meet up once more with his childhood friend; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Opinionated. Bonds: Criminal record, Immigrant, Adventurer. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Mumbles to self between sentences

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