Description: Her right thumb is blackened and bruised, but otherwise she appears quite healthy. She wears many layers of old clothing at all times. Her cinnamon fur is knotted and matted. Her amber eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: She hates illithids. She views them as having robbed her home of its proper glory. She cannot resist a sob story and will often dote over anyone who has one.

History: Raised by wardens she was only a novice when illithids swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. Her mother was supposedly a charlatan fortune teller, but she insists her mother was legitimate. She has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: She wants revenge against illithids.

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Enemies, Religious, Job. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Soothing and warm

Possessions: 200 sp. White pearl (110 gp).

Description: She wears a grey shirt, with a green mid length skirt with green tights and flats, usually wearing a coat over them. She is bald on top and has large brown tufts of hair around her ears. Her face is scarred and worn.

Personality: She tends to agree with only herself unless someone else's opinion sounds like she can profit from it. She tries to control her temper but she can't always stop herself from what she feels what must be done. She dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. Her biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Sarah was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. She eventually earned her freedom when her former master disappeared. After coming to the age of reason, Sarah took it upon herself to study the psionic arts in their entirety; because of this, she was labeled a dark omen and banished from her homeland. She was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching her a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: She's repulsed by the PC; and to share knowledge with the world

Ideals: Logical, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Mentor. Occupation: Sculptor

Voice: Loud with bravado

Possessions: 130 gp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: He is a small man, but exceptionally fit. He has a large green mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into his black robe. He wears a small hat to hide his balding. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: He can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. He is frequently practicing swordplay.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious western family, he was no stranger to responsibility. His first spouse was a Mercenary, they had one daughter, but his spouse won total custody. Without his spouse to temper him he grew out of control. By chance he met his sister recently and the two have been together since.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of his sister.

Ideals: Athletic, Gifted. Bonds: Military, Religious, Family. Occupation: Roofer

Voice: Rolls R's

Possessions: 280 gp. Deep green spinel (120 gp). White pearl (120 gp). Lapis lazuli (13 gp).

Description: This woman is generally well dressed albeit a few years behind the times, and sports empty pouches on her belt. Her long brown hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. She has gleaming, smiling violet eyes.

Personality: Here is a woman who knows she is the smartest in the room. She talks down to others constantly. She lacks moral complications. She does what she is told to by employers but not much else. She spends her money on whatever she fancies at the time.

History: She comes from a rich western family. Her childhood dream was to be a Engraver, but she was a colossal failure. She is untrained/undisciplined, which makes her dangerous.

Motivation: She is greedy.

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Rich. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Mumbles to self between sentences

Possessions: 70 gp.

Description: He is a mite stocky and does not wear sleeves and tends to eschew shirts when he can avoid it. He has wavy white hair. His eyes are green and beady.

Personality: He's a bit of a prankster. He knows he is clumsy and seen as such and will often feign amnesia after injury. He enjoys reading and quiet.

History: He was born in a small mountains village. He worked as a nervous Bather and found it very stressful. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Balancing his hectic life and new Bather responsibilities is difficult; and to share knowledge with the world

Ideals: Joker, Logical. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Nature, Job. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Squeaky

Possessions: 300 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This man wears a blue shirt, with a tan mid length shorts with tan tights and flats, usually wearing a coat over them, and sports empty pouches on his belt. His red hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. His voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: Aggressive, abrasive, and angry, Vanuath embodies much of what other species detest in the Elves. He is frequently practicing swordplay.

History: Vanuath was raised in a hard working conservative environment. He took every job he could get his hands on, but the opportunities for Elves in the north were limited. He then took over the family business and is one of the better Body Guard for hire.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and he'd like to take his coworkers down a peg

Flaws: Insane, Antagonistic. Bonds: Military, Job, Immigrant. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Creaky witch voice

Possessions: 4000 gp. Blue star sapphire (900 gp). Bloodstone (30 gp). Amber (100 gp). Chrysoberyl (100 gp). Moss agate (16 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is an average looking northern male in his early mid-life. He is generally well dressed albeit a few years behind the times. He has wavy blonde hair. He has a dull look in his amber eyes.

Personality: He considers himself a man of culture and sophistication. He likes a good challenge to his wits. 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: His mother raised him in a mountain cabin. He was a friend to animals and a trickster. In his defense of animals however he would do severe harm to people. He leaves a trail of broken hearts and full pockets wherever he goes.

Motivation: He uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs; and nothing but the best is good enough for him

Ideals: Impeccable, Logical. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Nature. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: 32000 sp.

Description: Her skin is bronze and flawless. She wears loose pants and a collared shirt complete with sweater beneath her coat. She is an epitome of beauty. Sporting a golden mohawk this woman's hair draws a lot of attention. She wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into her face.

Personality: She is a hateful person. She taunts others and blames them for her problems. She is motivated by money and will often try and persuade people to work for cheap. She haggles over everything, upselling her goods and buying cheap. She is persistent in everything.

History: Willow hails from a village terrorized by drow. Ostracized due to the martial powers of her oldest brother, she and her siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Halflings became a terror of the countryside. She has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: She's repulsed by the PC; and retire the richest woman in the east

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Gifted. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Enemies. Occupation: Layabout

Voice: Relaxed voice

Possessions: 100 gp. 1 Half-Plate. 1 Half-Plate. 1 Masterwork Heavy steel shield.

Description: A woman with a cold, calculating air about her, she wears long strands of jet and short grey dresses (or suits) accompanied by the proper stockings and shoes, with gloves of varying lengths. Her hair is golden and curly. Her eyes are likewise brown. Her teeth are yellowed and unaligned.

Personality: She goes out her way to put a smile on everyone's face. There's no-one she won't accept into her heart. 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 comes from a rich southern family. She was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. She never won. She was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often; and wishes to resurrect an old love

Ideals: Optimist, Athletic. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, In love. Occupation: Cartwright

Voice: Old thin voice

Possessions: 120 gp.