Description: She is a physically imposing dark-skinned woman. She likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. Her brown hair is thinning but still full. Her face is scarred and worn.

Personality: Virra hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate her. It was this clingy personality that held back her writing career. Her respect, as difficult as one would find it to earn, is unwavering; those who more than prove themselves to her, a bar set well above any reasonable standard, she tolerates in varying degrees. Though less modest and more hasty in her reactions to snap at those who irritate her, Virra is combative with any and all who dare try her patience in the slightest.

History: Virra was born into a poor family. Growing up, she dreamt of becoming a Druid, 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 Druid in service of a powerful lord somewhere. She moved from fad to fad and when she turned 15 she discovered writing. She spent several years traveling with her friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: Obtaining odd cultural Gnomish artifacts is her passion; and she's looking for her big break

Ideals: Artistic, Justice. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: Prounounces S like Z

Possessions: 4000 gp. Hematite (11 gp). Alexandrite (200 gp). Carnelian (60 gp). Rhodochrosite (11 gp). Rock crystal (60 gp). Sard (60 gp). Lapis lazuli (11 gp). Zircon (60 gp). Carnelian (60 gp). Silver pearl (100 gp). Lapis lazuli (11 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (11 gp). Rich purple corundum (500 gp). Rose (60 gp). Aquamarine (200 gp). Blue star sapphire (500 gp). Aquamarine (200 gp). Blue star sapphire (500 gp). Alexandrite (200 gp). Eye agate (11 gp). Obsidian (11 gp). Silver pearl (100 gp).

Description: A woman of a pale complexion, she wears green robes with leather pauldrons. Though occasionally she wears more armor. She prefers to carry a kukri, but if one is not available she will default to her shield. Her blue hair is smooth and relatively long. Her silver eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. She has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: She is a very happy person and has lots of energy. To put it simply, she's a very lovable idiot. She moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep her interest for a month it is impressive.

History: She comes from a rich western family. She was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. Her spouse died of illness and she inherited everything. She's since become an addict/alcoholic.

Motivation: She has money and likes to spend it.

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Addict, Hedonist. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Jittery and nervous

Possessions: Solid gold idol (300 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1300 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (1000 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (700 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1300 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (120 gp). Jeweled anklet (3000 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (700 gp). Jeweled anklet (3000 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (6000 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (700 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1300 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (120 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (7000 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (600 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1300 gp). A life-sized copper and silver statuette of a cockatrice. (30 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (700 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1300 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (6000 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (700 gp). Solid gold idol (300 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (6000 gp).

Description: This man tends to wear a heavy leather apron. Coupled with his rolled up shirt sleeves this gives him a very relaxed look, and sports empty pouches on his belt. His tied-back hair is auburn. His violet eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: He is quite gentle and does not know the full extent of his strength. He works very hard to maintain that gentleness. 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, Foxilon is combative with any and all who dare try his patience in the slightest.

History: The child of western immigrants he idolized his mother. He took every job he could get his hands on, but the opportunities for Halflings in the west were limited. He has since married many spouses, only to have them die. He claims to not be responsible.

Motivation: Balancing his hectic life and new Doctor responsibilities is difficult; and wishes to resurrect an old love

Ideals: Disciplined, Justice. Bonds: Immigrant, In love, Job. Occupation: Doctor

Voice: Loud with bravado

Possessions: 12000 gp. Golden pearl (100 gp). Chrysoprase (70 gp). Moss agate (15 gp). Azurite (15 gp). Peridot (70 gp). Sardonyx (70 gp). Blue sapphire (500 gp). Amethyst (100 gp). Sardonyx (70 gp). Blue diamond (7000 gp). Sard (70 gp). Black opal (500 gp). Malachite (15 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (500 gp). Moonstone (70 gp). Amber (100 gp). Star rose quartz (70 gp). Golden yellow topaz (600 gp).

Description: He prefers to wear blue clothing when he does not wear armor. He carries with him a set of axes, each one with a amber on the hilt. He only wears one on his belt and the other on his back. He sports a flattop hair cut. 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 is erratic and paranoid. He believes goblins are coming to abduct people. His brief stint in the army gave him the idea he was invincible and that he is the toughest man alive.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. His father worked until he suffered an accident while they were digging through a hill for a new route. He had to support his now crippled father and took his father's old job. He has since lost track of the people in his past.

Motivation: An old rival family wants him found; and his spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion

Ideals: Fighting, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Enemies, Military, Family. Occupation: Weaver

Voice: Complex vocabulary, royal

Possessions: 6000 gp. Moss agate (4 gp). Jade (110 gp). Red spinel (110 gp). Carnelian (30 gp). Sardonyx (30 gp). Bloodstone (30 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A man with a friendly, welcoming air about him, he is wearing a long, green cloak. His long chestnut hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. His skin is flawless and his gold eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: Always inclined to offer people food he seems plenty friendly. He enjoys reading and quiet.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. Astar abandoned his home at a very young age, living in the fields and plains. He survived everyday through hunting and stealing from passersby. He did whatever it took for him to survive. He routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: A deep hatred of illithids; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Philantrophist, Logical. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Adventurer, Enemies. Occupation: Map Maker

Voice: pre-pubescent

Possessions: 700 pp. Black star sapphire (800 gp). Golden yellow topaz (900 gp). Black pearl (900 gp). Lapis lazuli (5 gp). Lapis lazuli (5 gp). Deep green spinel (130 gp). Chrysoberyl (130 gp). Chrysoprase (50 gp). Zircon (50 gp). Azurite (5 gp). Silver pearl (130 gp). Chrysoprase (50 gp). Eye agate (5 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This petite short man is perpetually holding a chocolate of some kind. He wears baggy blue pantaloons and a white scarf, marred by chocolates. He has done his best to style his silver hair to look like a famous performer. His eyes are a pleasant hazel.

Personality: He likes to make people angry or surprised. 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: 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. Through the years after Caeldrim was born, his mother became increasingly distant from his family, instead choosing to pursue power in the east. Caeldrim's mother didn't care for him much, and the feeling was mutual. He has never given up on his painting dream.

Motivation: To unite with his sister.

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Family, Military. Occupation: Cartwright

Voice: Aggressive tone

Possessions: 700 pp. Silver comb with moonstones (900 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1600 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1600 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This man is unhealthily muscled, almost every single one of his veins is visible when he is not flexing. His shirts and pants tend to be short and undersized for him due to the difficulty of finding a good tailor. His hair is short and golden. His violet eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: He is quite rude, and likes to deride his opponents skill and shout insults at them. He uses his nature as a weapon; he likes to lead opponents to think him in distress.

History: Born in a small village he learned the ways of the warrior from his father. He was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. He never won. After a long history of fighting, Grumbar and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often; and to fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever

Ideals: Fighting, Athletic. Flaws: Antagonistic, Secretive, Disease. Occupation: Tanner

Voice: Speaks fast with a slight lisp

Possessions: 8000 gp. Red-brown spinel (110 gp). Chalcedony (30 gp). Rose (30 gp). Hematite (10 gp). Lapis lazuli (10 gp). Amethyst (110 gp). Amber (110 gp). Zircon (30 gp). Canary diamond (5000 gp).