Description: A man with a calm yet intense air about him, he wears a well pressed and immaculate suit (or dress). He has done his best to style his black hair to look like a famous performer. His thin eyebrows rest above his beady gray eyes.

Personality: He considers himself the protector of his home. He feels this is his duty and calling. He loves his children and doesn't want them to worry about him. He loves to share his painting with anyone who is interested.

History: The child of northern immigrants he idolized his father. Einkil was born on a far northern mountains where he grew up under the tutelage of his father, an expert Mercenary. He left for the north, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: His relatives are trying to arrange a marriage; and to reunite with his absent father

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Guardian, Family, Immigrant. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: Scottish accent

Possessions: Amethyst (50 gp). Jade (50 gp). Golden yellow topaz (600 gp). 1 Climber’s kit.

Description: He is lean but muscular and is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. His hair is short and chestnut. He tend to wears goggles to shield his eyes.

Personality: His tongue was cut out and he uses sign language. His respect, as difficult as one would find it to earn, is unwavering; those who more than prove themselves to him, a bar set well above any reasonable standard, he tolerates in varying degrees. Though less modest and more hasty in his reactions to snap at those who irritate him, Drogo is combative with any and all who dare try his patience in the slightest.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious southern family, he was no stranger to responsibility. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Halfling companion (his 'brother'). 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: To reunite with his absent father; and wants to raise his children well

Ideals: Fighting, Justice. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Religious, Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Guard

Voice: Gruff and masculine

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

Description: He is dressed in a clean black cloak covering his clean studded leather. His white hair is thinning but still full. He wears an eyepatch.

Personality: He is a pretentious jerk insisting that modern society is full of problems and should revert to a simpler time. He is a very good compulsive liar and kleptomaniac.

History: Trained by his mother for as long as he can remember he had it drilled in his head that it was his duty to serve his country. Gubrash 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. Gubrash 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 is untrained/undisciplined, which makes him dangerous.

Motivation: He is being blackmailed/forced/etc and this influences his actions.

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Insane. Bonds: Criminal record, Military. Occupation: Guard

Voice: Creaky witch voice

Possessions: 1500 sp.

Description: She wears many layers of old clothing at all times. She has a moderate pudge and is not very fit. Her red hair is cut short. She wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: She is extraordinarily eccentric. 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: The child of western immigrants she idolized her mother. When money was particularly tight she was walking through alleys when she overheard a Guard hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. She made her way to the other competitor and parlayed her knowledge into a job. Since then, she has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: Wishes to resurrect an old love; and wants to have a good time and be beloved

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly, Insane. Bonds: Poor, In love, Immigrant. Occupation: Guard

Voice: Pronounces O like U

Possessions: 1000 sp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: She wears dark leathers with embroidery. Her moppish chestnut hair is in a traditional bowl cut. Her brown eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: She speaks before she thinks and is too direct. She uses divination through singing.

History: Gifted from a young age, Jelenneth studied abroad. She was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. Her spouse died of illness and she inherited everything. Recently a tribe of giants attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Jelenneth fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: She is content; and to end her boredom

Ideals: Gifted, Fighting. Flaws: Impulsive, Mundane. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: Irish accent

Possessions: 2800 gp. Black opal (700 gp). Brown-green garnet (100 gp). White pearl (100 gp).

Description: She wears a tan broad hat and tan clothes. Her chestnut hair is slicked back into a classic pompadour. She has a tattooed face.

Personality: Overbrimming with self-confidence, Mella isn't afraid of most anything. She has a strong dislike to people who do not believe in Elven unity. She believes the world needs to unite to get rid of giants once and for all.

History: She was born in the east, but her parents moved at a very young age to the west. She was one of the best in her class, and was picked up by her current employer. She quickly showed her capability and was soon promoted to a head role. She has worked as a Knight like her mother before her.

Motivation: Her spouse's relatives view her with great suspicion; and a deep hatred of giants

Ideals: Impeccable. Bonds: Enemies, Immigrant, Job, Family. Occupation: Knight

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 2100 sp. 1 Half-Plate.

Description: She wears white robes with leather pauldrons. Though occasionally she wears more armor. She prefers to carry a pickaxe, but if one is not available she will default to her halberd. Her attire stands in sharp contrast to her halberd, which is beautifully polished and possesses an ornate carving of a clover on it. Sporting a black mohawk this woman's hair draws a lot of attention. She wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: She has two modes she varies between. On the job she is cold, steely and emotionless. Off the job she is a party animal. She is a great chef.

History: She was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. Her martial abilities were realized during a raid on her village. She inherited the family business which she has now maintained for 13 years.

Motivation: Retire the richest woman in the east; and she is unsatisfied with her job

Ideals: Gifted, Entrepeneur, Fighting. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Masseuse

Voice: Shortens vowels

Possessions: 8000 gp. Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1400 gp). Jeweled anklet (2000 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (3000 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (500 gp). Gold music box (2000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (40 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (40 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (700 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (700 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (300 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (3000 gp). Finely wrought small gold bracelet (40 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 (40 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (300 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (900 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: Runty and weak-looking, she wears a worn and beaten armor. She wears a Stetson hat to cover her moderate length black hair. She is baby faced.

Personality: Friendly and accommodating she would invite many more into her home than her spouse would be comfortable with if they did not express concern about it. As long as the job gets done she does not care how it got done.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Drusilia grew up listening to her mother's many stories. She was part of a huge silver rush, which was taken over by a mining company. The company confiscated a lot of silver, but the shipment was lost. She now travels the world, in search of power and loot.

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

Ideals: Philantrophist, Professionalism. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Seamstress

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: 60 pp. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.

Description: This tall, slender woman wears a simple grey robe with green stripes complete with hood. She has golden hair. Her ears are large.

Personality: She's a bit of a prankster. She knows she is clumsy and seen as such and will often feign amnesia after injury. She is ready at a moment's notice to give into her darker urges. She is a real pyromaniac and does not care who the fire hurts. She often ends up burning people alive in the fires she starts.

History: Jane lived on a farm with her father, near the main road leading to a nearby town. She moved out west to avoid the crime she committed. She has since lost track of the people in her past.

Motivation: She possesses a valuable artifact that the thieves guild wishes to steal; and marry her brother to traveling adventurers

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Ugly, Insane. Bonds: Criminal record, Family. Occupation: Shoemaker

Voice: Squeaky

Possessions: 300 sp.