Description: The woman speaks with an almost imperceptible accent. She seems to always be the slightest bit damp as if she got out from a pool a few moments ago. She wears dull blue sweaters, loose grey pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath her sweater she keeps a concealed pickaxe, just in case. Her hair is silver, silky, and of moderate length. Her face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: She likes to make people angry or surprised. She is skeptical of what others tell her and is slow to trust.

History: When she was but 8 years old her parents immigrated from the west. Her parents divorced when she was young, and her mother gained full cudstody. She was regularly beaten by her mother, who blamed her for driving them apart. She remains aloof and afraid to be herself due to all the ideals others have placed upon her.

Motivation: She's repulsed by the PC; and to protect her home

Flaws: Antagonistic, Shy. Bonds: Immigrant, Attractive. Occupation: Sailor

Voice: Speaks fast with a slight lisp

Possessions: 100 gp.

Description: This man is unhealthily muscled, almost every single one of his veins is visible when he is not flexing. His shirts and pants tend to be short and undersized for him due to the difficulty of finding a good tailor. His brown fur is heavily combed to the left. He tend to wears goggles to shield his eyes.

Personality: He is a melancholic, but persistent worker. He resents family life and as such spurns the advances of admirers. 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: When he was but 6 years old his parents immigrated from the west. He has chosen to use the inheritance that was left to him frivolously. One night he noticed a nearby shooting star which he hiked out to see where it landed. It turned out to be an ancient artifact of some kind. He has done his darndest to repair it but it is currently non-functional.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever.

Ideals: Fighting, Athletic, Persistence. Flaws: Depressed. Bonds: Rich, Immigrant. Occupation: Miner

Voice: Scratchy, weak

Possessions: 2000 gp. Jade (140 gp). Silver pearl (140 gp). White opal (1200 gp). Chrysoprase (40 gp). White pearl (140 gp).

Description: She wears blue trousers with black and violet striped suspenders. She wears various colorful collared shirts. With bright blonde hair. Her green eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: She is curt in most of her responses. She prefers to keep her word usage to a minimum to avoid giving away unnecessary information. She is however nostalgic and wants to reunite with her old comrades. She has some compunction and patriotism and will work for the government before all other clients.

History: A child with a great deal of painting talent her parents made sure she got the chance to thrive. She moved from fad to fad and when she turned 15 she discovered painting. She has gone from town to town till she finds a spot where she can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and to reunite with her old friends

Ideals: Artistic, Logical. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Adventurer, Job. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Loud with bravado

Possessions: 700 pp. Alexandrite (300 gp). Golden yellow topaz (300 gp). Golden yellow topaz (300 gp). Rhodochrosite (15 gp). Malachite (15 gp). Rock crystal (20 gp). Obsidian (15 gp). Silver pearl (80 gp). Azurite (15 gp).

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. She usually wears her white robe and has her sickle always slung over her shoulder. Her golden hair is matted, messy, and big. Her eyes, though not visible through her cowl, are gray.

Personality: Arha is a sociable creature first and foremost. She loves to listen to people at length before talking their ear off. She can carry on conversation for hours and will do so. As long as the job gets done she does not care how it got done.

History: Arha was born into a poor family. Growing up, she dreamt of becoming a Monk, 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 Monk in service of a powerful lord somewhere. When money was particularly tight she was walking through alleys when she overheard a Courier hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. She made her way to the other competitor and parlayed her knowledge into a job. Lacking all sense, she decided to go on an adventure. She picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: She wants to meet her childhood hero; and she's looking for her big break

Ideals: Extrovert, Professionalism. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Aggressive tone

Possessions: 400 sp.

Description: A 5'7" southern man, he wears a shirt that is too small, which lets his gut show, with a ratty black coat over it. He has done his best to style his chestnut hair to look like a famous performer. His white eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: He trusts no one. He is not readily capable for forgiveness and his ire never leaves him. He has all his life been fascinated with singing.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Mantus grew up listening to his mother's many stories. His family was being driven out of business by several neighboring competitors. The mother sought out extralegal help and others began closing their doors. He saw this and took pride in his mother's willingness to do anything to win. 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.

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Adventurer, Criminal record. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Timid voice

Possessions: 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.

Description: A woman with a cold, calculating air about her, she wears rags and sports a simple walking cane. Her hair is short and auburn. She wears an eyepatch.

Personality: Cocky and sure of herself, she believes she is the best Animal Trainer born in the past three hundred years. On top of that she is swayed by a pretty face, and while loyalty to her employer will always come first she doesn't like to hit women.

History: When she was but 5 years old her parents immigrated from the south. She found a children's book about a Gnome Ranger who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. She modeled her life after the story, seeing herself destined a hero. She is searching for what she claims is her rightful reward.

Motivation: Expand her business.

Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Job, Has a crush, Adventurer, Immigrant. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Deep voice with rolling R's

Possessions: 100 gp. Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (600 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (30 gp).

Description: He prefers to wear red clothing when he does not wear armor, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 3'0" when asserting himself. He is bald on top and has large brown tufts of hair around his ears. His amber eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: He is enamored with his job. He loves it. He likes the challenge and he likes helping those less fortunate than him. He is a bit of a xeno-phobe, disliking non-Halflings.

History: He got into the Fletcher business at a young age. His parents were killed by drow in a raid when he was still a young child. The drow captured him, and made him a slave and general play-thing. He was beaten and tortured regularly, leading to his deformed appearance. He was always very intelligent and has formed a secret society of philosophers.

Motivation: An old rival family wants him found; and expand his business

Flaws: Ugly, Racist, Secretive. Bonds: Job, Enemies, Family. Occupation: Fletcher

Voice: Thin and wheezing

Possessions: 300 gp.

Description: She is in excellent shape and is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright green and brown, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. Her hair, while still mostly chestnut, has prominent grey streaks. Her white eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: She fancies herself a trickster and likes to rely on her wits to carry the day. She cares for her older siblings and likes to be recognized by them. She is a logical person and will generally grow upset if things defy logic and science.

History: She was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. A gypsy cursed her at a young age, leading to her ugly appearance. Recently a tribe of orcs attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Shava fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: She is greedy; and marry her sister to traveling adventurers

Ideals: Athletic, Logical, Fighting. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Family. Occupation: Shipwright

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: This slender man stands about 5'1". He wears brown painted combat armor at almost all times. His fur, while still mostly white, has prominent grey streaks. He has a dull look in his amber eyes.

Personality: He acts crazy and hedonistic. 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: Born to a pair of adventurers, Windy grew up listening to his father's many stories. In his 15th year, his parents were killed by a dire rats raid, leaving Windy alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, he was adopted. He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: He's looking for his big break; and he has passion for adventuring and risk

Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer, Enemies. Occupation: Barkeep

Voice: Booming voice

Possessions: 26000 cp. 1 Half-Plate. 1 Half-Plate. 1 Half-Plate.