Description: An older man who usually wears his white robe and has his kukri always slung over his shoulder, he is not a threatening figure. He wears his black hair down. His eyes are likewise gray.

Personality: Cocky and sure of himself, he believes he is the best Painter born in the past three hundred years. He tends to be very friendly, and is drawn to music, the smells of food and wine, and out-door festivals.

History: Oren was born to in a poor docking district. He spent his early days working in the same smith shop his father was employed at, doing general labor. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Painter work with an outfit from a few towns over. Painter work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor; and many gnolls want him driven away

Ideals: Optimist, Entrepeneur. Bonds: Job, Poor, Enemies. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Mumbles to self between sentences

Possessions: 300 gp.

Description: He wears very tight pants and wife beaters, though occasionally he sports a grey coat. He keeps his long blonde hair kept up in a rat tail. His fair skin shows little sign of his aristocratic breeding.

Personality: Roland is a sociable creature first and foremost. He loves to listen to people at length before talking their ear off. He can carry on conversation for hours and will do so. He takes great joy in being the best Cook in town.

History: A studious child he never was much for a social life, not because he was unlikable, but because he did not seek it out. Roland was a troubled youth. He spent his days as a hard laborer instead of attending school, and spent his evenings with numerous mobsters and gang members. Roland decided he wanted neither the life of his mother nor that of the evil petty criminals he associated with. During his early adolescence, he took a sudden opportunity while working the docks and commandeered a vessel that was left unmanned. He used his abilities to trick people and travel the world for free.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and he has decided he is irredeemable

Ideals: Extrovert, Gifted. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Criminal record. Occupation: Cook

Voice: Aggressive tone

Possessions: 600 sp. 1 Banded mail.

Description: He is an exceptionally muscular looking southern young adult. He wears loose pants and a collared shirt complete with sweater beneath his coat. Beneath his clothing is a huge mess of scar tissue. His scarlet crest is lengthy and is close to two feet long. His half smiles and red eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. On top of that he is swayed by a pretty face, and while loyalty to his employer will always come first he doesn't like to hit women.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Bharash grew up listening to his father's many stories. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Elven companion (his 'brother'). He has recently attracted an admirer that believes he's playing hard to get.

Motivation: Obtaining odd cultural Elven artifacts is his passion; and wants his loneliness to end

Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Slave, Attractive, Has a crush, Adventurer. Occupation: Hunter

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 120000 cp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This tall, slender man wears a fine chain shirt which he covers with brown colored cloaks and clothing. He sports a long chestnut beard, and similarly colored long hair. His half smiles and brown eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: He cares much about the opinion of others, both in good and in bad: when keeping in line with his opinion, he thinks highly of the other person, but when opinions clash, he can get violently argumentative. He has a cruel streak; something he gained from his previous mentor. He harbors resentment against his former mentor.

History: When he was but 5 years old his parents immigrated from the east. He took every job he could get his hands on, but the opportunities for Dwarves in the east were limited. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: Doesn't want to be a Crown-heir and was forced into it by his family.

Ideals: Opinionated. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Mentor, Immigrant. Occupation: Crown-heir

Voice: Slow speaker

Possessions: 500 gp.

Description: He likes to wear ponchos typically of a light grey in addition to tight pants. His auburn hair is heavily combed to the right. His violet eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: He is quite rude, and likes to deride his opponents skill and shout insults at them. He is a ruthless business man, a trait he acquired from his mother.

History: When he was but 8 years old his parents immigrated from the north. In his 16th year, his parents were killed by a goblins raid, leaving Thradal alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, he was adopted. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to goblins demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: Many goblins want him driven away; and he desires power and/or immortality

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Immigrant, Enemies, Adventurer. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: 700 sp. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: She dresses well, wearing brown shirts, loose pants, and blazers most of the time, and carries tridents. Her blonde hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. She has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. She wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: She is intelligent and cunning, but she will too often allow her rage to get the better of her. She will lose her cool and rely on brute force to carry the day. 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: Hadwisa hails from a village terrorized by orcs. Being born in the west, she completed her medical training abroad so as to avoid the war. She returned after the war having achieved medical proficiency. She was a general practitioner in the west for years, until she, through no fault of her own, lost a patient who had a very powerful family. Rather than risk reprisal she made her way south. 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. Hadwisa fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: Revenge; and wants to raise her children well

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Family, Enemies. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Uses sign language

Possessions: 600 gp.

Description: Runty and weak-looking, she wears an entirely green suit with grey socks and a vest with buckled shoes. Her long scarlet crest is drawn into a two foot long braid. She has gold eyes and a green hat with a grey feather.

Personality: She can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. She does suffer from mild PTSD, and the sight of orcs may trigger it at times.

History: Blendaeth was born into a poor family. Growing up, she dreamt of becoming a Warlock, 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 Warlock in service of a powerful lord somewhere. In her 15th year, her parents were killed by a orcs raid, leaving Blendaeth alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, she was adopted. Lacking all sense, she decided to go on an adventure. She picked a direction and started trekking.

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

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Enemies, Adventurer. Occupation: Knight

Voice: Nasally tone

Possessions: 100 pp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Her skin is bronze and flawless. She is renowned for her bright black dresses and hats. She is an epitome of beauty. With bright brown hair. 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 intelligent and cunning, but she will too often allow her rage to get the better of her. She will lose her cool and rely on brute force to carry the day. She pushes her goals aggressively. She is also a coward if confronted.

History: Nagrette was born into a poor family. Growing up, she dreamt of becoming a Druid, 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 Druid in service of a powerful lord somewhere. She made a point of taking high paying jobs and getting most of it up front. 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 feels threatened by others; and she is terrified, and will act out of fear

Flaws: Insomniac, Antagonistic, Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Scribe

Voice: Nasally tone

Possessions: 500 gp. Sard (40 gp). Peridot (40 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: She wears brown trousers with violet and tan striped suspenders. She wears various colorful collared shirts. Her yellow fur is matted, messy, and big. She has hazel eyes.

Personality: She is erratic and paranoid. She believes brigands are coming to abduct people. She has no love for corruption and racketeering and views those as crimes of the highest magnitude.

History: A powerful necromancer made her what she is. In her 20th year, while out on a day-trip, she returned to find her hometown burning and destroyed. She found her father impaled in their home, and her mother beheaded. She saw the woman who walked out, and charged her in a blind rage. The woman easily evaded and defeated her, leaving her to live broken and terrified. She was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Revenge; and she is wracked by social anxiety

Ideals: Justice. Flaws: Ugly, Fearful. Bonds: Enemies, Mentor. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Pirate accent

Possessions: 700 sp.