Description: A pudgy man standing about 6'6" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for his hunting needs. He wears his gray fur down. His ears are large.

Personality: He has a massive crush on the younger sibling of the Detective who has hired him part-time. He is a bit of a xeno-phobe, disliking non-Tabaxis.

History: Gifted from a young age, Aura studied abroad. After coming to the age of reason, Aura took it upon himself to study the necromantic arts in their entirety; because of this, he was labeled a dark omen and banished from his homeland. He has gone from town to town working and never settling down anywhere, but has fallen for a local Cook. He hasn't told them the truth, but wants to settle down with them.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and he wants to get laid

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Insane, Racist. Bonds: Rich, Has a crush. Occupation: Detective

Voice: Pronounces 'its' and 'is' like 'eats' and 'ease'

Possessions: 500 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is an average looking northern male in his early mid-life. He sports violet clothing, slightly heavier than average wear. His brown hair is greasy and uncared for. He is baby faced.

Personality: Abrasive and pushy, he has a hard time making friends. He is terrible with names forgetting people's names several times before they finally stick; this causes him no end of embarrassment.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious northern family, he was no stranger to responsibility. He was an apprentice working in his father's forge. He's also a talented Bookbinder, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: To be a Bookbinder again; and wants to open a new tavern

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Forgetful. Bonds: Religious, Job. Occupation: Carter

Voice: High pitched, excited

Possessions: Moonstone (40 gp).

Description: 5'3" and lanky with angular features, she is an attractive figure. She wears a custom-built plate barding that's adorned with tan lining and desert motifs. Her hair, while still mostly red, has prominent grey streaks. Her half smiles and green eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: Mialee speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. She is clearly well-traveled and educated. Energy wise she seems alert and responsive.

History: Gifted from a young age, Mialee studied abroad. She was taken from her home at a very young age. She was granted divine powers by her dying sister.

Motivation: She doesn't get along with people that don't share her tastes; and she is currently in port desperately looking for someone to get her out

Ideals: Impeccable, Professionalism, Gifted. Bonds: Attractive, Slave. Occupation: Armorer

Voice: Old Prospector

Possessions: 200 gp. Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (500 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (800 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (40 gp).

Description: A well shaped woman just over fifty, she wears red painted combat armor at almost all times. She has a long auburn ponytail with little hanging trinkets. She has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. She wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: She is very quiet and rarely speaks above a whisper. She is a font of random trivia from the lore and stories she has discovered

History: She was born in the east, but her parents moved at a very young age to the west. She took every job she could get her hands on, but the opportunities for Halflings in the east were limited. She hasn't been sleeping well lately.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep; and to share knowledge with the world

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Shy, Insomniac. Bonds: Immigrant. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Relaxed voice

Possessions: 700 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A stocky darker skinned man, he is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. His brown hair is long and unkept. His gray eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: He is almost excessively polite to everyone, even when angry. He has a taste for the finer things and spends a great deal of money on luxuries, some more exotic than others.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. In his formative years he discovered how persuasive he was. He began using that to his advantage selling useless wares at inflated prices. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: He is greedy.

Ideals: Fighting, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Rich, Mentor. Occupation: Seamstress

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 30 pp.

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he wears tattered old clothes. His fur, while still mostly gray, has prominent grey streaks. This amber eyed southerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: He is a very happy person and has lots of energy. To put it simply, he's a very lovable idiot. He plays an instrument quite well.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. He was one of the best in his class, and was picked up by his current employer. He quickly showed his capability and was soon promoted to a head role. He then took over the family business and is one of the better Mercenary for hire.

Motivation: To be a Mason again; and he is unsatisfied with his job

Ideals: Optimist, Artistic. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Job. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: Deep voice with rolling R's

Possessions: 19000 cp. Red-brown spinel (130 gp). 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: He is lean but muscular and typically wears black cloth garments or leather armor. His crest is green and very short. He is missing an eye and his face is severely sunburned. His one remaining eye shines red.

Personality: Friendly and accommodating he would invite many more into his home than his spouse would be comfortable with if they did not express concern about it. He can see the true alignment of people by looking at them, and uses this to pass judgement.

History: He was raised by priests from a young age. His druidic abilities were realized during a raid on his village. He now spends his time doing works of charity.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs; and his religion dominates his actions

Ideals: Philantrophist, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Religious, Mentor. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Booming voice

Possessions: 100 gp.

Description: A thin woman, she clearly needs to put on some weight, but she still has a lot of muscle. She wears many layers of old clothing at all times. Her red hair is styled in orderly dreadlocks. She has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. She wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: She is a jovial happy person, but she is convinced people are living their lives too quickly. Ubada enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for her love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: Ubada lived on a farm with her mother, near the main road leading to a nearby town. She was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. She never won. Due to her spouse's obsession with being a Merchant they were divorced and she won custody of their son. She worked as a Map Maker, and she later adopted a second son.

Motivation: To unite with her sister; and her relatives are trying to arrange a marriage

Ideals: Athletic, Optimist. Flaws: Ugly, Hedonist. Bonds: Poor, Family. Occupation: Map Maker

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: Solid gold idol (200 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: She is scrawny and has patchy silver stubble. She is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright grey and brown, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. She has a hunchback. Her silver hair is lengthy. She wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into her face.

Personality: She is almost excessively polite to everyone, even when angry. She also is a firm believer in the womanly ideal.

History: She grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. Her first spouse was a Carter, they had one son, but her spouse won total custody. Without her spouse to temper her she grew out of control. She has built up a small fortune and can afford her own way.

Motivation: To reunite with her absent father.

Flaws: Ugly, Shy, Impulsive, Mundane. Bonds: Rich, Family. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Nasally tone

Possessions: 140 gp. Citrine (30 gp).