Description: An imposing man with a heavy stainless steel prosthetic left hand, he wears dull pastel sweaters, loose green pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath his sweater he keeps a concealed scythe, just in case. His cinnamon fur is singed and shortened. His hazel eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: He is business-like. He takes instructions and follows them to the letter. He has zero loyalty and will suck up to whomever is within range, in the hopes of being moved to a better position.

History: Born to a Butcher, his father struggled to pay the bills. In his 16th year, while out on a day-trip, he returned to find his hometown burning and destroyed. He found his father impaled in their home, and his mother beheaded. He saw the man who walked out, and charged him in a blind rage. The man easily evaded and defeated him, leaving him to live broken and terrified. He's since become an addict/alcoholic.

Motivation: He feels threatened by others; and a strong sense of loyalty to half-orc people

Ideals: Professionalism. Flaws: Ugly, Fearful. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Seamstress

Voice: Spanish accent

Possessions: 8000 gp. Banded agate (8 gp). Lapis lazuli (8 gp). Black opal (1000 gp). Rhodochrosite (8 gp). Tourmaline (100 gp). Smoky quartz (60 gp). Sard (60 gp). Alexandrite (900 gp). Peridot (60 gp). Violet garnet (900 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (1000 gp). Aquamarine (900 gp). Peridot (60 gp). Sardonyx (60 gp). Hematite (8 gp). Hematite (8 gp). Sardonyx (60 gp). Rose (60 gp). Eye agate (8 gp). Pink pearl (100 gp). Red-brown spinel (100 gp). Jade (100 gp). Hematite (8 gp). Onyx (60 gp). Amber (100 gp). Obsidian (8 gp). Banded agate (8 gp). Bloodstone (60 gp). Deep blue spinel (900 gp). Malachite (8 gp). Chalcedony (60 gp).

Description: She is a physically imposing light-skinned woman. She is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright tan and violet, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. Her black hair is thinning but still full. Her violet eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. She has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: She does not believe in betrayal or weakness as things to be tolerated. Her home and work are filled with various knick knacks she has acquired through the years. She cares a great deal for her adopted teenage daughter.

History: Born in the north to a Sage, Veloptima learned a great deal about her father's area of expertise. She was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. Her spouse died of illness and she inherited everything. She has worked as a Sage like her father before her.

Motivation: She is unsatisfied with her job.

Ideals: Justice. Flaws: Addict, Depressed. Bonds: Rich, Family, Job. Occupation: Sage

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 100 gp. 1 Half-Plate. 1 Buckler.

Description: This malnourished man wears a white shirt with thin grey vertical stripes and pastel pants. His auburn hair is still thick. His face is scarred and worn.

Personality: He is envious of other's things. He hoards treasure, art, food, wine, and anything that he so desires. Around other people he will do his best to conceal his emotions and appear jolly.

History: He served in the navy to pay for his family's outstanding loans. He graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. He advanced relatively quickly due to his good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He wants random interesting trinkets and junk, hates to throw anything away.

Flaws: Ugly, Greedy, Shy. Bonds: Poor, Military. Occupation: Weaver

Voice: Loud with bravado

Possessions: 1100 pp. Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (600 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (900 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Old masterpiece painting (900 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A thin woman, she clearly needs to put on some weight, but she still has a lot of muscle. She wears skinny pants and wears a white and black robe with the hood down. Her auburn hair is singed and shortened. 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 does not trust anyone and sleeps with one eye open.

History: Born to a poor family in the city she treasured whatever gifts she got. A gypsy cursed her at a young age, leading to her ugly appearance. She has achieved small success as a Carter.

Motivation: To be a Fisher again; and to get a good night's sleep

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Ugly, Insomniac. Bonds: Job, Poor. Occupation: Carter

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: Carved bone or ivory statuette (40 gp).

Description: He is an attractive man, lean and moderately muscular. He wears a green cloak and cross-gartered black stockings. His blue crest is knotted and matted. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: He is envious of other's things. He hoards treasure, art, food, wine, and anything that he so desires. He cannot resist a sob story and will often dote over anyone who has one.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Rhogar grew up listening to his father's many stories. He dropped out of school before completing his studies. He has drifted apart from his friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature bastard sword.

Motivation: He wants to meet his childhood hero; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Philantrophist, Logical. Flaws: Greedy. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer. Occupation: Sage

Voice: Dutch accent

Possessions: 4000 cp. Blue quartz (9 gp). Chrysoprase (70 gp). Moonstone (70 gp). 1 Climber’s kit.

Description: This woman is wearing a perfectly clean shirt and pair of pants. She is muscular with a powerful set of arms. Her golden hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. Her amber eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: She exudes charisma. She is a tour de force of persuasion. When she's not drinking or sleeping the drinks off, she's doing painting.

History: She is a Maurezhi in disguise. A gifted student she started as a Fisher, but she got bored and became a Guard. She then took over the family business and is one of the better Guard for hire.

Motivation: She wants random interesting trinkets and junk, hates to throw anything away; and sabotage a competitor

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Greedy. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer, Job. Occupation: Guard

Voice: High pitched, excited

Possessions: 1000 gp.

Description: This woman wears a suit in poor condition. It has not been laundered in sometime and has been worn in activities one would not normally wear a suit during. She is muscular with a powerful set of arms. Her hair is white and curly. She has violet eyes and a tan hat with a red feather.

Personality: Orla hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate her. It was this clingy personality that held back her dancing career. She cannot deal with unfamiliar people for more than a few minutes at a time and if they persist she will grow angry at them.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious northern family, she was no stranger to responsibility. Her father was a soldier and died while she was still young. Orla was left her father's suit of armor and trained in its use and care. She was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching her a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: She wants to meet her childhood hero; and to reunite with her old friends

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Adventurer, Religious, Military. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Soft and melodious

Possessions: 210 gp.

Description: His right side is far more bruised and cut up than his other. He wears a robe, a symbol of strength around his neck, and a nunchaku on his belt. He keeps his purple hair in a pixie cut. His eyes are black and he is always smoking a pipe.

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 has a cruel streak; something he gained from his previous mentor. He harbors resentment against his former mentor.

History: Sold as a small child to a slaver, Balam was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. 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. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and to prove his worth to the world

Ideals: Fighting, Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Mentor. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: German accent

Possessions: 1800 sp.

Description: He wears rags and sports a simple walking cane. He has a moderate pudge and is not very fit. His small hat is riddled with cuts and holes. His hazel eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: He considers himself the protector of his home. He feels this is his duty and calling. He is a bit of a xeno-phobe, disliking non-Halflings.

History: He was born in the east. 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 has drifted from career to career and currently works as a Scribe.

Motivation: To clean up the streets; and further expansion of business

Flaws: Ugly, Racist. Bonds: Poor, Guardian, Immigrant, Job. Occupation: Scribe

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

Possessions: 600 gp. Jet (110 gp). Sardonyx (70 gp).