Description: A woman with a friendly, welcoming air about her, she wears a blue cloak and cross-gartered grey stockings. Her golden hair is thinning but still full. Her half smiles and brown eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: She's a bit of a prankster. She knows she is clumsy and seen as such and will often feign amnesia after injury. She is always in debt, since she spends her money on lavish parties and gifts for friends

History: She was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. She went to a religious school and was inspired by the priests there in charitable deeds. She knows her nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but her.

Motivation: She is compelled to act according to her religious beliefs; and to prove her worth to the world

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Religious. Occupation: Barrister

Voice: Old Prospector

Possessions: 3000 gp. Jeweled anklet (4000 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (700 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (400 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (400 gp).

Description: He wears green trousers with blue and yellow striped suspenders. He wears various colorful collared shirts. He carries with him a set of lances on his belt, each one with a amethyst on the hilt. His hair, while still mostly purple, has prominent grey streaks. His eyes are a pleasant gold.

Personality: He is extraordinarily passive and rarely speaks, let alone speaks his mind. He constantly seizes attention wherever he goes and has come to expect this respect from everyone. He likes to think of himself as merciful, but nonetheless is very strict.

History: Tethren was born into a poor family. Growing up, he dreamt of becoming a Druid, to bring honor to his family’s name. When he came of age, he applied for a position with his town's local guard, looking to work his way up via merit and eventually become a Druid in service of a powerful lord somewhere. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Gnomish companion (his 'brother'). Recently a tribe of drow attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Tethren fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: He has passion for adventuring and risk.

Ideals: Fighting, Impeccable. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Bellfounder

Voice: Low and grunting

Possessions: 1200 pp. Carnelian (80 gp). Emerald (1300 gp). Iolite (80 gp). Blue quartz (7 gp). Zircon (80 gp). Hematite (7 gp).

Description: This northern man's face is deformed and paralyzed on one side. As such, he slurs his words together. He tends to wear a heavy leather apron. Coupled with his rolled up shirt sleeves this gives him a very relaxed look. His hair is always cut to a buzz. His eyes are hazel and he is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: He is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as he rather likes the sound of his voice. His demeanor is somewhat feminine. He is cautious and jumpy. He reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

History: He is a Hag in disguise. 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 taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to drow demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: He desires power and/or immortality; and balancing his hectic life and new knight responsibilities is difficult

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly, Fearful. Bonds: Adventurer, Enemies, Job. Occupation: Knight

Voice: Laughs frequently while speaking

Possessions: 2000 gp. White opal (1000 gp). Violet garnet (1300 gp). Aquamarine (1300 gp). Obsidian (10 gp). Violet garnet (1300 gp). Rock crystal (30 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (1000 gp). Pink pearl (140 gp). Malachite (10 gp). Banded agate (10 gp). Blue star sapphire (1000 gp). Rhodochrosite (10 gp). Lapis lazuli (10 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He has a large brown mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into his yellow robe. He wears a wide-brimmed hat to cover his moderate length black hair. He has a dull look in his green eyes.

Personality: While he acts the brute, he is far gentler than he would appear. He is a great chef.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his mother and father. His mother taught him the rudiments of the Carter arts, while his father instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. Through the years after Gardain was born, his mother became increasingly distant from his family, instead choosing to pursue power in the east. Gardain's mother didn't care for him much, and the feeling was mutual. He was granted druidic powers by his dying brother.

Motivation: He is greedy; and he has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Fighting, Gifted. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Immigrant, Rich. Occupation: Carter

Voice: Boston accent

Possessions: 8000 gp. Star ruby (1200 gp). Emerald (1200 gp). Rock crystal (30 gp). Zircon (30 gp). Golden yellow topaz (500 gp). Jet (130 gp). Star rose quartz (30 gp). Bloodstone (30 gp). Malachite (11 gp). Brown-green garnet (130 gp). Violet garnet (500 gp). Rhodochrosite (11 gp). Zircon (30 gp). Eye agate (11 gp). Violet garnet (500 gp). Aquamarine (500 gp). Silver pearl (130 gp). Golden yellow topaz (500 gp). Black pearl (500 gp). Carnelian (30 gp). Carnelian (30 gp). Peridot (30 gp). Obsidian (11 gp). Iolite (30 gp). Star ruby (1200 gp). White opal (1200 gp). Chrysoprase (30 gp). Black opal (1200 gp). Iolite (30 gp). Carnelian (30 gp). Golden pearl (130 gp). Rose (30 gp).

Description: She wears dull pastel sweaters, loose black pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath her sweater she keeps a concealed warhammer, just in case. She sports a flattop fur cut. She wears an eyepatch.

Personality: She fancies herself a trickster and likes to rely on her wits to carry the day. She cares for her older siblings and likes to be recognized by them. She loves her children and doesn't want them to worry about her. She loves to share her painting with anyone who is interested.

History: She comes from a rich southern family. Ostracized due to the divine powers of her oldest sister, she and her siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Tabaxis became a terror of the countryside. She was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Her relatives are trying to arrange a marriage; and regain custody of her daughter

Ideals: Artistic, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Family, Rich. Occupation: Weaver

Voice: Rolls R's

Possessions: 500 pp. Blue sapphire (800 gp). Violet garnet (900 gp). Bloodstone (30 gp). Malachite (13 gp). Amber (160 gp). Deep blue spinel (900 gp). Aquamarine (900 gp). Golden yellow topaz (900 gp). Zircon (30 gp). Smoky quartz (30 gp). Rock crystal (30 gp). Chrysoprase (30 gp). Sardonyx (30 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (13 gp). Malachite (13 gp). Obsidian (13 gp). Deep blue spinel (900 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 dark-skinned male wears an old set of leather armor, nicked and torn by the ravages of time and battle. He is tall, broad shouldered and powerfully built. His chestnut hair is matted, messy, and big. His blue eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: He is envious of other's things. He hoards treasure, art, food, wine, and anything that he so desires. He has a minor phobia of water and hates getting wet.

History: When he was but 6 years old his parents immigrated from the west. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: He feels threatened by others; and he is wracked by social anxiety

Flaws: Ugly, Greedy, Fearful. Bonds: Immigrant. Occupation: Actor

Voice: Speaks with squeezed throat

Possessions: 1500 pp. A life-sized copper and silver statuette of a cockatrice. (60 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (50 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (50 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2900 gp). A delicate silver chain set with a tourmaline (60 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (50 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1300 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1300 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (2200 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1300 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (2900 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1300 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1300 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (2000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Finely wrought small gold bracelet (60 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1300 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He wears a weathered and beat up set of banded mail beneath an oversized violet coat. His hair, while still mostly auburn, has prominent grey streaks. His gray eyes peer out from beneath his Stetson violet hat.

Personality: He hates Half-Elves with a passion. As such he is filled with self loathing. He is able to make almost anything out of random pieces of junk.

History: When he was but 5 years old his parents immigrated from the north. He always admired martial-users and wanted to develop the talent, but never had the affinity for it. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: He loathes his own lifestyle; and half-orc compassion

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Racist, Depressed. Bonds: Immigrant. Occupation: Sage

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

Possessions: 6000 gp. Chrysoprase (80 gp). Red-brown spinel (50 gp). Silver pearl (50 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1500 gp). Blue quartz (14 gp). Tourmaline (50 gp). Sardonyx (80 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. 1 Minor magic item.