Description: He usually wears his black robe and has his ceremonial dagger always slung over his shoulder. He is portly but not overly obese. His white hair, when down, is lengthy. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: He barks his statements quickly and with little fuss. He prefers small words and is at his heart utilitarian. He pushes his goals aggressively. He is also a coward if confronted.

History: Grom was born into a poor family. Growing up, he dreamt of becoming a Aristocrat, to bring honor to his family’s name. When he came of age, he applied for a position with his town's local guard, looking to work his way up via merit and eventually become a Aristocrat in service of a powerful lord somewhere. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Tabaxi companion (his 'brother'). Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: He feels threatened by others; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Flaws: Insomniac, Terse, Fearful. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Stylist

Voice: Posh accent

Possessions: 300 gp. Sardonyx (30 gp). Bloodstone (30 gp). Violet garnet (1000 gp).

Description: His skin has the orange glow of too much sun. He tends to wear a large tan jacket. He wears a colorful flower in his brown hair. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his amber eyes.

Personality: He is envious of other's things. He hoards treasure, art, food, wine, and anything that he so desires. He is cautious and jumpy. He reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

History: Wiggens was raised in a hard working conservative environment. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Map Maker hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. He inherited the family business which he has now maintained for 8 years.

Motivation: Balancing his hectic life and new Map Maker responsibilities is difficult; and many goblins want him driven away

Flaws: Greedy, Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Poor, Enemies. Occupation: Map Maker

Voice: Mousy voice

Possessions: 600 gp. 1 Chain shirt. 1 Half-Plate. 1 Half-Plate.

Description: This woman stands a little under 2'10" and is a bit bulky. She is very muscular particularly in the legs. She dresses in red turtlenecks beneath a black coat with brown slacks. Her hair is golden, silky, and of moderate length. Her hazel eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: She has schizophrenia that causes her to hear things that aren't there and will sometimes respond to them. Alain enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for her love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: She was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. While she appears to be a normal Halfling, she's... not quite right. Perhaps she's slightly insane, or otherwise so mentally alien to the rest of the world that she plain doesn't fit in. She now spends her time doing works of charity.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep; and someone believes her a fraud

Flaws: Disease, Hedonist, Insane, Insomniac. Bonds: Attractive. Occupation: Mason

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: 16000 sp. 1 Masterwork studded leather.

Description: This tall, slender woman does not wear sleeves and tends to eschew shirts when she can avoid it. Her crest is blue and curly. Her eyes are gold and beady.

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. Her actions favor neither the good nor the evil, as she answers to a power that mortal women fail to acknowledge.

History: She was born to loving parents in a slum to the north. A gypsy cursed her at a young age, leading to her ugly appearance. She was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: She will attempt to ambush and attack anyone she thinks she can take on alone and try to knock them out with non-lethal damage. If successful, she will try to sell them to her slave-trader contact; and seeks redemption

Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Religious, Poor, Criminal record. Occupation: Guard

Voice: Low range voice

Possessions: 4000 sp.

Description: She wears many layers of old clothing at all times. Her auburn hair is greasy and uncared for. She has a dull look in her green eyes.

Personality: She takes her job very seriously, in part because she fears she cannot get a new one. She is always in debt, since she spends her money on lavish parties and gifts for friends

History: Her parents moved while she was still in utero so she is the first generation to be born here. When money was particularly tight she was walking through alleys when she overheard a Bricklayer hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. She made her way to the other competitor and parlayed her knowledge into a job. She now travels the world, in search of power and loot.

Motivation: She is unsatisfied with her job.

Flaws: Ugly, Impulsive. Bonds: Poor, Job, Immigrant, Adventurer. Occupation: Bricklayer

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: 50 pp. Alexandrite (1100 gp). White pearl (40 gp). 1 Half-Plate.

Description: A woman with a friendly, welcoming air about her, she dresses well, wearing tan shirts, loose pants, and blazers most of the time. Her golden hair is still thick. Her brown unseeing eyes seem to look past you.

Personality: She believes there is no problem she cannot solve with sufficient elbow grease and persistence, if it is the best or most economic solution matters not. She is able to make almost anything out of random pieces of junk.

History: She was born in a small desert village. She was a friend to animals and a trickster. In her defense of animals however she would do severe harm to people. She bought a nunchaku and has really upped her game hunting, due to her understanding of decoy and ambush.

Motivation: To be a Masseuse again; and she would like to get married and retire

Ideals: Persistence, Gifted. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Attractive, Nature. Occupation: Glassblower

Voice: Middle-eastern accent

Possessions: 30 pp. Silver pearl (140 gp). Sard (70 gp). Pink pearl (140 gp). Deep blue spinel (400 gp).

Description: He is a small man, but exceptionally fit. He wears a robe, a symbol of the four houses of cards around his neck, and a nunchaku on his belt. His gray fur is matted, messy, and big. His eyes are likewise copper.

Personality: He likes to brag about his accomplishments and constantly tries to beat others to the punch. He has a habit of throwing himself into exceedingly dangerous situations.

History: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. His spouse left him for another, whom he beat to an almost bloody pulp. He did not win them back, but he came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. Recently a tribe of goblins attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Shadow fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often; and to prove his worth to the world

Ideals: Fighting, Athletic, Passionate. Flaws: Ugly, Impulsive. Occupation: Performer

Voice: Soft and melodious

Possessions: 140 gp. Chalcedony (70 gp). 3 Tanglefoot bags.

Description: This petite short man is perpetually holding a chocolate of some kind. He prefers to wear the grand gowns of high society. He carries his fan with him everywhere and carries himself as the perfect gentleman, marred by chocolates. His wide-brimmed hat is riddled with cuts and holes. He has hazel eyes and a tan hat with a black feather.

Personality: He likes to fabricate stories about his past exploits and how crazy he is, but in actuality he is rather bland. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious western family, he was no stranger to responsibility. He struck it rich when he found rare goods in large quantities. Unlike his family, who was content to work in a sleepy main town, he wanted to work in the city. He has been working here for the past few years.

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

Flaws: Ugly, Mundane, Hedonist. Bonds: Rich, Religious. Occupation: Glassblower

Voice: Squeaky

Possessions: 300 gp.

Description: A thin man, he clearly needs to put on some weight, but he still has a lot of muscle. He typically wears black cloth garments or leather armor. His long gold crest is drawn into a two foot long braid. His eyes are gold and beady.

Personality: He believes mankind has become decadent and spoiled by the march of civilization and an end should come to life as we know it. He lacks moral complications. He does what he is told to by employers but not much else. He spends his money on whatever he fancies at the time.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his father and mother. His father taught him the rudiments of the Stylist arts, while his mother instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. He was a friend to animals and a trickster. In his defense of animals however he would do severe harm to people. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and he is greedy

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Nature, Job, Rich. Occupation: Stylist

Voice: Draws out vowels

Possessions: 300 gp.