Description: He is scrawny and has patchy white stubble. He is generally shirtless and showing off his tattooed chest. He has a hunchback. His white hair is cut jaggedly and amateurishly. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He takes his job very seriously, in part because he fears he cannot get a new one. Around other people he will do his best to conceal his emotions and appear jolly.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Tabaxi companion (his 'brother'). He inherited the family business which he has now maintained for 2 years.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and to unite with his sister

Flaws: Ugly, Shy, Disease. Bonds: Job, Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Barrister

Voice: Gruff and masculine

Possessions: 3000 gp. Azurite (11 gp). Violet garnet (1200 gp). Red-brown spinel (140 gp). Aquamarine (1200 gp). Sard (30 gp). Sard (30 gp). Chrysoberyl (140 gp). Violet garnet (1200 gp). Lapis lazuli (11 gp). Pink pearl (140 gp). Silver pearl (140 gp). Malachite (11 gp). Zircon (30 gp). Zircon (30 gp). Black pearl (1200 gp). Aquamarine (1200 gp). Clear bright green emerald (2000 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This exceptionally lanky woman wears bulky violet painted plate armor. Her long red hair reaches down to her waist. Her blue eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: Here is a woman who knows she is the smartest in the room. She talks down to others constantly. She has a minor phobia of water and hates getting wet.

History: Born in a small village she learned the ways of the warrior from her mother. When she came of age, she joined a caravan that would eventually take her to the capital. She would practice along the way and, when she arrived, be apprenticed to a Priest. She has worked as a Priest like her mother before her.

Motivation: Further expansion of business.

Ideals: Impeccable, Fighting. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Priest

Voice: Uses sign language

Possessions: 400 pp. Carnelian (20 gp). White pearl (150 gp). Amethyst (150 gp). Rock crystal (20 gp). Malachite (14 gp). Sardonyx (20 gp). Jade (150 gp). Star ruby (500 gp). Alexandrite (1000 gp). Deep blue spinel (1000 gp). Aquamarine (1000 gp). Jacinth (4000 gp). Aquamarine (1000 gp). Alexandrite (1000 gp). Deep blue spinel (1000 gp). Aquamarine (1000 gp).

Description: He wears very tight pants and wife beaters, though occasionally he sports a green coat. He wears a feathered hat to hide his balding. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: Astar hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate him. It was this clingy personality that held back his singing career. He plays an instrument quite well.

History: A child with a great deal of singing talent his parents made sure he got the chance to thrive. He was part of a huge silver rush, which was taken over by a mining company. The company confiscated a lot of silver, but the shipment was lost. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: He is unsatisfied with his job; and to share knowledge with the world

Ideals: Artistic, Logical. Bonds: Adventurer, Job. Occupation: Masseuse

Voice: Squeaky

Possessions: 4000 gp. Tourmaline (90 gp). Silver pearl (90 gp). Blue quartz (13 gp). Alexandrite (1500 gp). Obsidian (13 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: She tends to wear a heavy leather apron. Coupled with her rolled up shirt sleeves this gives her a very relaxed look. She keeps her auburn hair in a flapper bob. Her eyes are a pleasant violet.

Personality: She is erratic and paranoid. She believes dire rats are coming to abduct people. She loves teas. She is very sensitive about her face. To blow off anger she lifts weights and to control her otherwise explosive temper she works out a lot.

History: Born in a small village she learned the ways of the warrior from her father. Her father was very strict, and drilled into her lessons on being the perfect lady. Recently a tribe of dire rats attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Nurkara fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: Many dire rats want her driven away; and she wants random interesting trinkets and junk, hates to throw anything away

Ideals: Fighting, Impeccable. Flaws: Greedy. Bonds: Enemies. Occupation: Barkeep

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: 5000 gp. A necklace of small pink pearls (2000 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (80 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1600 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (500 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He is a paragon of his species. He is larger and stronger than most Gnomes. His skin is light but he possesses many tan ritualistic tattoos. He wears a blue tunic with tan highlights, and long white pants that bunch up around his shoes. His blonde hair is well kept and his bushy mustache is tapered upwards at the ends. His eyes are likewise hazel. His teeth are yellowed and unaligned.

Personality: He is erratic and paranoid. He believes brigands are coming to abduct people. He is obsessed with finding treasure.

History: He was born into a rich family. His family was turned out during the war. He and his family wandered east to less war torn lands. He knows his nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but him.

Motivation: His religion dominates his actions; and a deep hatred of brigands

Flaws: Ugly, PTSD. Bonds: Enemies, Adventurer, Rich, Religious. Occupation: Doctor

Voice: Complex vocabulary, royal

Possessions: 4000 gp. Amethyst (40 gp). Smoky quartz (50 gp). Sardonyx (50 gp). White pearl (40 gp). Red garnet (40 gp). Alexandrite (1000 gp). Moonstone (50 gp). Sardonyx (50 gp). Amethyst (40 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (400 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (16 gp). Aquamarine (1000 gp). Red spinel (40 gp). Coral (40 gp). Black pearl (1000 gp). Alexandrite (1000 gp). Deep green spinel (40 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This younger middle-aged man wears a shirt that is too small, which lets his gut show, with a ratty brown coat over it, and a wedding ring on his right hand. He has brown hair. His face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. His spectacle hidden eyes are a deep amber.

Personality: He has always had a great fascination with Halfling culture. He loves being with his children and actually smiles when they are around. He would do anything for them. He dislikes his ex a great deal.

History: He was born at the edge of vast plains. While studying, he fell in love. They married and had a son. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Marry his sister to traveling adventurers; and a strong sense of loyalty to halfling people

Flaws: Ugly, Racist. Bonds: In love, Family, Nature. Occupation: Cook

Voice: Scratchy, weak

Possessions: 600 pp. Pink pearl (80 gp). Rose (50 gp). Alexandrite (900 gp). Iolite (50 gp). Blue diamond (2000 gp). Malachite (4 gp). Deep green spinel (80 gp). Chrysoberyl (80 gp). Star ruby (500 gp). Jet (80 gp). Chrysoprase (50 gp). Aquamarine (900 gp). Golden yellow topaz (900 gp). Carnelian (50 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: She wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. She carries with her a set of crossbows on her belt, each one with a amber on the hilt. She wears her white hair up in a very large beehive style do. She wears a mask on her face.

Personality: Quiet and reserved she prefers to listen than to talk. She will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. She works hard and plays hard.

History: Born in a small village she learned the ways of the warrior from her mother. She dropped out of school before completing her studies. She remains aloof and afraid to be herself due to all the ideals others have placed upon her.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and retire the richest woman in the north

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Fighting, Logical. Flaws: Shy, Hedonist. Occupation: Butcher

Voice: Smooth and feminine

Possessions: 1900 pp. Old masterpiece painting (600 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1400 gp). Silver ewer (20 gp). Jeweled anklet (1000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). Silver ewer (20 gp). Jeweled anklet (1000 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (30 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (500 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1700 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1400 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (1000 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (1000 gp). Old masterpiece painting (600 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (30 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (300 gp).