Description: She is scrawny and has patchy black stubble. She wears a white cloak and cross-gartered green stockings. She has a hunchback. Her tied-back hair is black. She is missing an eye and her face is severely sunburned. Her one remaining eye shines brown.

Personality: She is quiet and reserved most of the time, but warms up to people very quickly. Around friends she is liable to tell dirty jokes and enjoy herself. She is often prim and proper but will on occasion tell either really disgusting or offensive jokes, which seem out of character.

History: Trained by her father for as long as she can remember she had it drilled in her head that it was her duty to serve her country. When Gynnie reached her early adolescence her Halfling father passed away. Feeling disconnected from the small nearby village afterwards, she decided to travel. Her rounds led her into the Army with a few individuals who would become her life-long companions. She now spends her time doing works of charity.

Motivation: An old rival family wants her found; and her spouse's relatives view her with great suspicion

Ideals: Joker, Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Military, Family. Occupation: Mason

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 800 gp. Smoky quartz (80 gp).

Description: A moderately attractive man, he wears tight fighting clothing, which leaves very little to the imagination. He wears his white hair down. His eyes are a pleasant blue.

Personality: He has always had a great fascination with Halfling culture. He has a taste for the finer things and spends a great deal of money on luxuries, some more exotic than others.

History: Tanglar was raised in a hard working conservative environment. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Mayor work with an outfit from a few towns over. Mayor work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He tends to his Mayor job now, and dutifully fulfills any obligations he has.

Motivation: A strong sense of loyalty to Halfling people.

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Racist. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Job. Occupation: Mayor

Voice: Prounounces S like Z

Possessions: 7000 gp. Black pearl (800 gp). Black star sapphire (600 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: His skin is bronze and flawless. He is wearing a long, white cloak. He is an epitome of beauty. His long auburn hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. His hazel eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: He snorts whenever he laughs or is feeling confident. He is obsessed with finding treasure.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. His mother was supposedly a charlatan fortune teller, but he insists his mother was legitimate. He has drifted apart from his friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature rapier.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor; and expand his business

Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer, Religious, Job. Occupation: Layabout

Voice: Pirate accent

Possessions: 1000 gp. Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (40 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (40 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (40 gp). Jeweled anklet (4000 gp). Jeweled anklet (4000 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1100 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (400 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (1000 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1100 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (40 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: She is an exceptionally muscular looking western young adult. She wears a custom-built plate barding that's adorned with white lining and desert motifs. Beneath her clothing is a huge mess of scar tissue. She keeps her chestnut hair in a flapper bob. She is baby faced.

Personality: She is irascible and easily irritated. She spends most of her days drinking in the Inn, the rowdiest and most dangerous establishment in town. There she gambles, wrestles and listens to stories told by travelers.

History: She was born into a rich family. 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. After a long history of fighting, Brakka and her spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: She has passion for adventuring and risk.

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Slave, Adventurer, Rich, Military. Occupation: Masseuse

Voice: Scottish accent

Possessions: 160 gp.

Description: This malnourished man wears baggy green pantaloons and a black scarf. His hair is black and curly. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are silver.

Personality: He likes to fabricate stories about his past exploits and how crazy he is, but in actuality he is rather bland. He cannot deal with unfamiliar people for more than a few minutes at a time and if they persist he will grow angry at them.

History: Born to a Body Guard, his mother struggled to pay the bills. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: To find somewhere to settle down; and he seems to be bored by most things

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Mundane, Antagonistic, Ugly. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 100 gp.

Description: She appears as an extremely gaunt Gnome, and stands approximately 3'3". She wears light armors faded through time and improper care, and her gloved hand is found clutching a spear. Her golden hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. Her otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

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 invented a lineage for herself and claims to be descended from several legendary heroes.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious southern family, she was no stranger to responsibility. She found a children's book about a Gnome Sorcerer 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 has drifted apart from her friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature spear.

Motivation: Her religion dominates her actions; and she desires power and/or immortality

Ideals: Optimist. Bonds: Adventurer, Religious, Immigrant. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Indian accent

Possessions: 13000 sp. Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A stocky lighter skinned man, he wears a brown armored body suit, with a simple tan line shooting up and back down. His chestnut hair is cut jaggedly and amateurishly. His eyes are blue and beady.

Personality: He loves justice and goodness and right action. Anyone who does not fulfill this criteria perfectly will no doubt get a lecture from him. He is the most sanctimonious self-righteous Dwarf in existence. He pushes his goals aggressively. He is also a coward if confronted.

History: Gilthur lived on a farm with his father, near the main road leading to a nearby town. His first spouse was a Interpreter, they had one daughter, but his spouse won total custody. Without his spouse to temper him he grew out of control. He has been saving his money to try and buy his brother's freedom.

Motivation: He feels threatened by others; and his spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion

Ideals: Justice. Flaws: Ugly, Fearful. Bonds: Family. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Italian accent

Possessions: 1200 sp. 1 Half-Plate.

Description: She wears an entirely violet suit with black socks and a vest with buckled shoes. Her attire stands in sharp contrast to her rapier, which is beautifully polished and possesses an ornate carving of a butterfly on it. Her red hair is singed and shortened. She wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into her face.

Personality: Heather speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. She is clearly well-traveled and educated. She spends most of her days drinking in the Inn, the rowdiest and most dangerous establishment in town. There she gambles, wrestles and listens to stories told by travelers.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Heather grew up listening to her mother's many stories. When money was particularly tight she was walking through alleys when she overheard a Roofer hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. She made her way to the other competitor and parlayed her knowledge into a job. She now owns her own business.

Motivation: To reunite with her old friends; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Adventurer, Poor, Job. Occupation: Roofer

Voice: Mumbles to self between sentences

Possessions: 1600 gp.

Description: He is lean but muscular and wears a tight fitting green shirt and pants. His hair is blue and curly. He has several tiny amethyst earrings on each ear.

Personality: He considers himself a man of culture and sophistication. He likes a good challenge to his wits. He takes great pride in his work and is very well organized. His planner is full of calendar events.

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Mamnen was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. Mamnen 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 spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: He is greedy; and expand his business

Ideals: Impeccable. Bonds: Rich, Job, Mentor, Adventurer. Occupation: Knight

Voice: Mumbles to self between sentences

Possessions: 800 sp. Golden yellow topaz (200 gp).