Description: This fat eastern man has a bulbous nose and wears a well pressed and immaculate suit (or dress). His skin is also unnaturally pale. His brown hair is lengthy. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: A grumpy guy he will invite people to lunch so he can critique them. Yet he still seems generally likeable, like a lovable grump. He is kind towards other men and children and will generally offer men help without question. Others will generally need to prove themselves to him.

History: He was born into a rich family. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Dwarven companion (his 'brother'). He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and to reunite with his old friends

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Farmer

Voice: Relaxed voice

Possessions: 200 pp. A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (110 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (200 gp). Finely wrought small gold bracelet (10 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). A pair of blacksmith’s puzzle; each has a pair of interlocked iron designs that users try to take apart and put back together (10 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (2000 gp). A delicate brass dragon egg (10 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: She is wearing a long, black, dusty cloak. She is bristling with hidden weapons, mostly quarterstaffs and sickles. Her white hair is still thick. She has a tattooed face.

Personality: She does not care much for physical appearances, nor does she care much for other people. She does however care about what she wants and getting it. She takes great joy in being the best Apothecary in town.

History: She was born on a small isolated farm. She was a friend to animals and a trickster. In her defense of animals however she would do severe harm to people. She has worked as a Apothecary like her father before her.

Motivation: She feels that her past leaves her morally obligated to help; and to get a good night's sleep

Flaws: Ugly, Insomniac. Bonds: Criminal record, Job, Nature. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Switch between two voices

Possessions: 800 gp.

Description: A man with thick toned arms and a paunchy gut. He likes to wear blue tank tops with tan pants. His brown hair is lengthy. His brown eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: Always inclined to offer people food he seems plenty friendly. He loves his children and doesn't want them to worry about him. He loves to share his music with anyone who is interested.

History: A child with a great deal of music talent his parents made sure he got the chance to thrive. He has had some formal music training, and achieved minor success. He used his abilities to travel the world and help people.

Motivation: His spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion; and find a way to reverse the transformation of his brother

Ideals: Athletic, Philantrophist, Artistic. Bonds: Family, Religious. Occupation: Server

Voice: Scottish accent

Possessions: 170 gp. Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (300 gp). A silver and pearl hairclip (90 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp).

Description: A pudgy woman standing about 4'9" has a big stupid grin on her face most of the time. She is perpetually draped in fineries, but all of this concealed by her earthly robes.. Her long white fur is drawn into a two foot long braid. Judging by the bloodshot nature of her eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine she has not slept for days.

Personality: She is happy with her job as a Layabout. She turns her eye from what people do, preferring to live and let live. 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: Born in the east to a Layabout, Cloud learned a great deal about her mother's area of expertise. Her first spouse was a Performer, they had one daughter, but her spouse won total custody. Without her spouse to temper her she grew out of control. She's also a talented Performer, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: Expand her business; and to get a good night's sleep

Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Layabout

Voice: Squeaky

Possessions: 2400 gp. Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1300 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1300 gp). Gold and ruby ring (3000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Finely wrought small gold bracelet (20 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: She is lean but muscular and wears a green Stetson hat and green clothes. Her long silver crest is drawn into a two foot long braid. Her gold eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: She does not believe in betrayal or weakness as things to be tolerated. She does not trust anyone and sleeps with one eye open.

History: She was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. She worked as a nervous Shoemaker and found it very stressful. She tends to her Shoemaker job now, and dutifully fulfills any obligations she has.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep; and she feels the way she acts is they only way to get by in the world

Ideals: Justice, Impeccable. Flaws: Insomniac, Disease. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Shoemaker

Voice: Loud with bravado

Possessions: 600 gp. 1 Half-Plate. 1 Half-Plate. 1 Darkwood Buckler.

Description: A stocky lighter skinned woman, she does not wear sleeves and tends to eschew shirts when she can avoid it. Her black hair has been sun bleached extensively. Her fierce green eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: Aggressive, abrasive, and angry, Roywyn embodies much of what other species detest in the Gnomes. She cannot resist a sob story and will often dote over anyone who has one.

History: She was raised happily, as a normal child born to her mother and father. Her mother taught her the rudiments of the Laborer arts, while her father instructed her in etiquette, music and courtly manner. She has chosen to use the inheritance that was left to her frivolously. Unlike her family, who was content to work in a sleepy main town, she wanted to work in the city. She has been working here for the past few years.

Motivation: She feels threatened by others; and to find somewhere to settle down

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Antagonistic, Mundane, Fearful. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Laborer

Voice: Can't modulate volume

Possessions: Chrysoberyl (140 gp).

Description: He wears clothing that is held on in multiple layers but all of it is in poor condition. He cuts an attractive figure and his suit of old armor is well cared for even if it is obsolete. His hair is greying and his face has many wrinkles. His eyes are likewise violet.

Personality: He believes there is no problem he cannot solve with sufficient elbow grease and persistence, if it is the best or most economic solution matters not. Further he is a bit of a stoner and is frequently out of it.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Courier hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. He found several beat up suits of armor and, cannibalizing spare parts, he put together a working one.

Motivation: He would like to get married and retire; and regain custody of his daughter

Ideals: Persistence. Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Poor, Attractive. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 40 pp.

Description: A moderately attractive woman, she wears tight fighting clothing, which leaves very little to the imagination. Her hair is golden, silky, and of moderate length. She has a tattooed face.

Personality: She has a good heart but also a terrible temper. She will forgive often but not before yelling and berating someone for whatever they have done wrong. She cannot resist a sob story and will often dote over anyone who has one.

History: The child of eastern immigrants she idolized her mother. Through the years after Ahinar was born, her mother became increasingly distant from her family, instead choosing to pursue power in the east. Ahinar's mother didn't care for her much, and the feeling was mutual. After a long history of fighting, Ahinar and her spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: She's repulsed by the PC; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Fighting, Philantrophist. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant. Occupation: Barkeep

Voice: Soothing and warm

Possessions: Freshwater pearl (16 gp). 4 Thunderstones.

Description: A woman of a pale complexion, she wears a brown collared shirt and white skirt. She accessorizes with a brown scarf around the waist and a strap diagonally across her shirt. She wears a colorful flower in her black hair. She has a tattooed face.

Personality: A skeptical and narcissistic woman, Gurdis's first love is herself. Her second love is also herself. 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: A studious child she never was much for a social life, not because she was unlikable, but because she did not seek it out. She helped her father out around the business and became quite the natural. She's also a talented Tailor, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: She is unsatisfied with her job; and nothing but the best is good enough for her

Ideals: Impeccable, Logical, Gifted. Bonds: Attractive, Job. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: 2100 sp.