Description: An older man who is typically in his Spice Merchant uniform, he is not a threatening figure. His red hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: Deceptive and manipulative this western guy figured out how to best use his charms to convince people to do what he wants. He is obsessed with his god.

History: He was raised by priests from a young age. He was an apprentice working in his father's forge. He now owns his own business.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs.

Bonds: Job, Attractive, Religious, Mentor. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Switch between two voices

Possessions: 300 gp.

Description: This late middle aged woman likes to wear ponchos typically of a light tan in addition to tight pants and is in decent physical shape. She has shaved her head bald. She has blue eyes.

Personality: She is a pretentious jerk insisting that modern society is full of problems and should revert to a simpler time. She is a great chef.

History: Gifted from a young age, Anastrianna studied abroad. A gifted student she started as a Armorer, but she got bored and became a Barber. She eventually got the idea of being the protector of her homeland from reading books, and has made it her duty.

Motivation: A rival would like her out of the picture; and she feels that her past leaves her morally obligated to help

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Job, Guardian, Criminal record. Occupation: Barber

Voice: Prounounces S like Z

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: She is an average looking northern female in her early mid-life. She wears a robe, a symbol of the sun god around her neck, and a sword on her belt. She has moderate length golden hair. She has green eyes and a grey hat with a violet feather.

Personality: She has a massive crush on the younger sibling of the Butcher who has hired her part-time. She has all her life been fascinated with dancing.

History: Kathra hails from a village terrorized by goblins. Kathra was born on a far northern plains where she grew up under the tutelage of her mother, an expert Butcher. She moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: A deep hatred of goblins; and she's in love

Ideals: Fighting, Artistic. Bonds: Has a crush, Enemies, Immigrant. Occupation: Butcher

Voice: Nasally tone

Possessions: 330 gp.

Description: He wears a red costume with the symbols of luck on his torso. He cuts an attractive figure and his suit of old armor is well cared for even if it is obsolete. He wears his silver hair up in a very large beehive style do. He is baby faced.

Personality: He likes to brag about his accomplishments and constantly tries to beat others to the punch. He does suffer from mild PTSD, and the sight of illithids may trigger it at times.

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Pirithin was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. Since his father passed away years ago, his mother had doted on him, and he came to think her himself as special and better than other people in town. A notion that was reinforced by his attractiveness, a trait in which he easily excels the other men of his town. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to illithids demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: Several ex partners dislike his way of doing things and want revenge.

Ideals: Passionate. Bonds: Attractive, Enemies, Mentor. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Jittery and nervous

Possessions: 200 gp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: This late middle aged man wears a fine chain shirt which he covers with grey colored cloaks and clothing and is in decent physical shape. His chestnut hair is styled in orderly dreadlocks. He has several tiny sapphire earrings on each ear.

Personality: He never swears and excessively uses polite adverbs when speaking. He is cautious and jumpy. He reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

History: Patrick was born the youngest of three triplets. Being born in the north, he completed his medical training abroad so as to avoid the war. He returned after the war having achieved medical proficiency. He was a general practitioner in the north for years, until he, through no fault of his own, lost a patient who had a very powerful family. Rather than risk reprisal he made his way west. He has been saving his money to try and buy his sister's freedom.

Motivation: Regain custody of his son; and his spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Rich, Family. Occupation: Hunter

Voice: Can't modulate volume

Possessions: 30 pp.

Description: A middle-aged man, he wears dark leathers with embroidery, and is pretty ugly. His silver hair is thinning but still full. His green eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. He also is a firm believer in the manly ideal.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. Ostracized due to the arcane powers of his oldest brother, he and his siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Elves became a terror of the countryside. He was granted arcane powers by his dying brother.

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

Ideals: Optimist, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Impulsive. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Locksmith

Voice: growls and snarls, animalistic

Possessions: 100 gp.

Description: Her skin is bronze and flawless. She is renowned for her bright yellow dresses and hats. She is an epitome of beauty. She wears her hair in dreadlocks. She has green eyes and a yellow hat with a green feather.

Personality: She seems absolutely devoid of it. She stares off into space and will respond with overly literal and minimalist answers to questions. She uses her nature as a weapon; she likes to lead opponents to think her in distress.

History: The child of a Carter, who enjoyed hunting, Anastrianna was taken on many hunting expeditions. Since her father passed away years ago, her mother had doted on her, and she came to think her herself as special and better than other people in town. A notion that was reinforced by her attractiveness, a trait in which she easily excels the other women of her town. She used her abilities to travel the world and help people.

Motivation: Marry her sister to traveling adventurers; and her relatives are trying to arrange a marriage

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Mundane, Secretive. Bonds: Attractive, Nature, Family. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: pre-pubescent

Possessions: 700 sp. 1 Masterwork studded leather.

Description: She is typically in her Spice Merchant uniform. Her attire stands in sharp contrast to her nunchaku, which is beautifully polished and possesses an ornate carving of a card on it. Her brown hair has been sun bleached extensively. Her violet eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: Quiet and reserved she prefers to listen than to talk. She will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. She loves being with her children and actually smiles when they are around. She would do anything for them. She dislikes her ex a great deal.

History: A child with a great deal of painting talent her parents made sure she got the chance to thrive. Dalaba abandoned her home at a very young age, living in the fields and plains. She survived everyday through hunting and stealing from passersby. She did whatever it took for her to survive. She became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: An old rival family wants her found; and she has passion for adventuring and risk

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Job, Family, Adventurer. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Booming voice

Possessions: Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: She is well dressed, constantly wearing a tan suit, grey shirt, and white tie. She is portly but not overly obese. Her tied-back hair is brown. Her gray eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: She shows great sympathy to all travelers. She's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. Flattery will make her almost putty in your hands.

History: She was born in a small forest village. From there she went from mercenary job to mercenary job. When she grew older, she became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. She began work as a mercenary for hire. She would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: She possesses a valuable artifact that the thieves guild wishes to steal; and seeks redemption

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Selfish. Bonds: Nature, Adventurer, Criminal record. Occupation: Guard

Voice: Spits and sputters

Possessions: 50 pp.