Description: She wears clothing that is held on in multiple layers but all of it is in poor condition. She is physically well-built. Her black hair is smooth and relatively long. This hazel eyed northerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: She tends to agree with only herself unless someone else's opinion sounds like she can profit from it. She tries to control her temper but she can't always stop herself from what she feels what must be done. The war was a terrible time for her, and Dara does not often speak of it. When she does, she does so with a strained expression and tears in her eyes.

History: Dara was born into a poor family. Growing up, she dreamt of becoming a Ranger, 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 Ranger in service of a powerful lord somewhere. She graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. She advanced relatively quickly due to her good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. She is searching for what she claims is her rightful reward.

Motivation: She desires power and/or immortality.

Flaws: Antagonistic, Depressed. Bonds: Poor, Military, Adventurer. Occupation: Junk Dealer

Voice: High pitched and raspy

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: This man is tall and muscular. He wears a large hat to cast shadows over his face and wears ponchos to better hide his body. His hair is black, silky, and of moderate length. He has brown eyes.

Personality: He hates goblins. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. He has a small toy that he constantly fidgets with.

History: Trained by his father for as long as he can remember he had it drilled in his head that it was his duty to serve his country. His father was a soldier and died while he was still young. Thomas was left his father's suit of armor and trained in its use and care. 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 wants nothing more than to rejoin the army

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Attractive, Enemies, Military. Occupation: Sailor

Voice: Soft and melodious

Possessions: 3000 sp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: 6'5" and muscular, this western man wears a weathered and beat up set of banded mail beneath an oversized green coat. His black crest is long and unkept. His gold eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: He is erratic and paranoid. He believes dire rats are coming to abduct people. He disdains his fellow westerners, claiming they make him look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: He was born in the west. Because his mother participated in the massacre of their homeland, dire rats burned their ranch to the ground and forced them out. He was preparing to flee to the west, but the outbreak of war prevented him and his father from journeying west to reunite his family. He left for the west, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: He wants revenge against dire rats; and someone believes him a fraud

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Enemies, Immigrant. Occupation: Navigator

Voice: Thin and wheezing

Possessions: 3000 gp. Star ruby (900 gp). Jasper (40 gp). Black pearl (300 gp). Peridot (40 gp). Lapis lazuli (15 gp). Rose (40 gp). Aquamarine (300 gp). Deep blue spinel (300 gp). Red garnet (60 gp).

Description: This younger middle-aged woman likes to wear tan tank tops with green skirt, and a wedding ring on her left hand. Her hair is cut close to her head. She is missing an eye and her face is severely sunburned. Her one remaining eye shines green.

Personality: Tenena is a sociable creature first and foremost. She loves to listen to people at length before talking their ear off. She can carry on conversation for hours and will do so. She tends to be very friendly, and is drawn to music, the smells of food and wine, and out-door festivals.

History: She is a Maurezhi in disguise. She was an adventurer many years ago and she formed a blood bond with her Dwarven companion (her 'brother'). Lacking all sense, she decided to go on an adventure. She picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: She has passion for adventuring and risk.

Ideals: Extrovert, Optimist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: In love, Adventurer. Occupation: Server

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: 600 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This dark-skinned male is wearing dark clothing and a heavy breastplate, keeping many of his physical features obscured. He is tall, broad shouldered and powerfully built. He sports a flattop hair cut. He is baby faced.

Personality: Confrontational and typically high on some drug or another. More though he will beg to come along on any journeys. He will attempt to stowaway on any ship he can in the hopes that it will get him further away.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his mother and father. His mother taught him the rudiments of the Priest arts, while his father instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Dragonborn companion (his 'brother'). He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: Marry his brother to traveling adventurers; and his spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion

Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Slave, Rich, Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Priest

Voice: Whispers

Possessions: 5000 gp. Malachite (11 gp). Chalcedony (20 gp). Deep blue spinel (900 gp). Azurite (11 gp). Onyx (20 gp). Smoky quartz (20 gp). Bloodstone (20 gp). Bloodstone (20 gp). Red spinel (140 gp). Sardonyx (20 gp). Aquamarine (900 gp). Eye agate (11 gp). Pink pearl (140 gp). Emerald (1000 gp). Deep blue spinel (900 gp). Zircon (20 gp). Deep blue spinel (900 gp). Obsidian (11 gp). Deep blue spinel (900 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (1000 gp). Amethyst (140 gp). Jet (140 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This malnourished woman wears light armors faded through time and improper care. Her golden hair is smooth and relatively long. Her amber eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: She considers herself a woman of culture and sophistication. She likes a good challenge to her wits. She is obsessed with her god.

History: Born to a Carpenter, her mother struggled to pay the bills. She found a children's book about a Dwarf Druid who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. She modeled her life after the story, seeing herself destined a hero. She has drifted apart from her friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature club.

Motivation: She's looking for her big break.

Ideals: Impeccable. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer, Religious. Occupation: Actor

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: Red-brown spinel (150 gp).

Description: He wears dark leathers with embroidery. He carries a battered hand crossbow and tarnished lance as well. His hair is short and black. He wears an eyepatch.

Personality: This man loves painting and to teach people painting more than just about anything. He works hard and plays hard.

History: Born to a Seamstress, his father struggled to pay the bills. 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 recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: His spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion; and to fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever

Ideals: Fighting, Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Hedonist. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Can't modulate volume

Possessions: 26000 sp.

Description: This slender woman stands about 5'3". She is wearing dark clothing and a heavy breastplate, keeping many of her physical features obscured. She keeps her long blue hair kept up in a rat tail. Her eyes are likewise gold.

Personality: She is a sleazy, sleazy gal. She has no qualms about using her powers of suggestion to get people to do what she wants. 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: She is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. While studying, she fell in love. They married and had a daughter. By chance she met her sister recently and the two have been together since.

Motivation: To unite with her sister; and wishes to resurrect an old love

Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Attractive, Family, Rich, In love. Occupation: Tanner

Voice: Posh accent

Possessions: 1100 gp.

Description: She tends to wear a large grey jacket. Her attire stands in sharp contrast to her club, which is beautifully polished and possesses an ornate carving of a butterfly on it. Her brown hair is still thick. Her face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: She considers herself the protector of her home. She feels this is her duty and calling. Rosalind enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for her love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: Rosalind was born in the north. At a young age she loved to build and create. In her youth she was part of a gang. She got caught, but did not rat out her comrades and served her time in prison. Recently she has begun working with bootleggers and crooks.

Motivation: To clean up the streets; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Persistence. Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Guardian, Criminal record, Adventurer. Occupation: Shipwright

Voice: Scratchy, weak

Possessions: 300 sp.