Description: An older woman who wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment, she is not a threatening figure. Her hair is cut close to her head. Her violet eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: She can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. She is used to getting what she wants. In part because she is a meticulous planner.

History: She was born at the edge of vast desert. When she was little, her rather wealthy family often ventured across the desert to a summer home near a old dungeon. She would wander through that old dungeon and adventure through it for days. One day while adventuring a terrible storm took place and she was stranded inside. Her family spent the next few days looking for her, and could only assume she was dead when it came time to leave. The family never returned to the desert due to the painful memories there. Valida took refuge in the old dungeon and found the beat up shortspear and armor she uses now. She has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to giants demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: Someone believes her a fraud.

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Gifted, Professionalism. Bonds: Nature, Enemies. Occupation: Barber

Voice: Stutters

Possessions: 7000 gp. Smoky quartz (80 gp). Obsidian (9 gp). Zircon (80 gp). Bloodstone (80 gp). Alexandrite (900 gp). Sard (80 gp). Sard (80 gp). Eye agate (9 gp). Lapis lazuli (9 gp). Violet garnet (900 gp). Amethyst (160 gp). Rock crystal (80 gp). Deep blue spinel (900 gp). Red garnet (160 gp). Peridot (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.

Description: His left thumb is blackened and bruised, but otherwise he appears quite healthy. He is wearing a tight green one piece outfit complete with pants, hood, and a cape. His black hair is greasy and uncared for. His fierce red eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: He is quite gentle and does not know the full extent of his strength. He works very hard to maintain that gentleness. He cannot resist a sob story and will often dote over anyone who has one.

History: He was born into a rich family. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He used his abilities to travel the world and help people.

Motivation: Retire the richest man in the east; and he is greedy

Ideals: Disciplined, Philantrophist, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Shipwright

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: 200 pp. Blue-white diamond (8000 gp). Red spinel (90 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (700 gp). Moss agate (4 gp). Rock crystal (60 gp). Chrysoberyl (90 gp). Alexandrite (900 gp). Sardonyx (60 gp). Eye agate (4 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (700 gp). Aquamarine (900 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (700 gp). Malachite (4 gp). Lapis lazuli (4 gp). Sard (60 gp). White pearl (90 gp). Lapis lazuli (4 gp). Obsidian (4 gp). Zircon (60 gp). Bloodstone (60 gp). Hematite (4 gp). Black opal (700 gp). Lapis lazuli (4 gp). Violet garnet (900 gp). Eye agate (4 gp). Hematite (4 gp). Violet garnet (900 gp). Deep green spinel (90 gp). Eye agate (4 gp). Peridot (60 gp). Carnelian (60 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: She is a husky woman, who is renowned for her bright tan dresses and hats. Her moppish golden hair is in a traditional bowl cut. Her face is full, her cheeks are rosy, and she always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in her brown eyes.

Personality: Cocky and sure of herself, she believes she is the best Glassblower born in the past three hundred years. She also has developed a complete distrust of the Map Maker profession.

History: She was born several months after her mother was called into army service. She helped her mother out around the business and became quite the natural. She tends to her Glassblower job now, and dutifully fulfills any obligations she has.

Motivation: Further expansion of business.

Bonds: Attractive, Job, Military. Occupation: Glassblower

Voice: Thin and wheezing

Possessions: 2000 gp. Jasper (70 gp). Onyx (70 gp). Violet garnet (900 gp). Violet garnet (900 gp). Blue quartz (14 gp). Alexandrite (900 gp). Azurite (14 gp). Rich purple corundum (1600 gp). Black pearl (900 gp). Carnelian (70 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: She is a mite stocky and is wearing a long, brown cloak. Her hair is brown, silky, and of moderate length. Her blue eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: Abrasive and pushy, she has a hard time making friends. She is a bit of a xeno-phobe, disliking non-Humans.

History: She was born in the south, but her parents moved at a very young age to the west. When Jacoba reached her early adolescence her Human mother passed away. Feeling disconnected from the small nearby village afterwards, she decided to travel. Her rounds led her into the Army with a few individuals who would become her life-long companions. She moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of her sister; and a strong sense of loyalty to human people

Flaws: Antagonistic, Racist. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Military, Family. Occupation: Barrister

Voice: Australian accent

Possessions: 8000 gp. Jade (100 gp). Chrysoberyl (100 gp). Golden yellow topaz (200 gp). Red-brown spinel (100 gp). Black opal (500 gp). Black pearl (200 gp). Sard (20 gp). Golden yellow topaz (200 gp). Malachite (9 gp). Azurite (9 gp). Malachite (9 gp). Freshwater pearl (9 gp). Jade (100 gp). Silver pearl (100 gp). Banded agate (9 gp). Banded agate (9 gp). Red-brown spinel (100 gp). Alexandrite (200 gp). Moss agate (9 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. He wears many layers of old clothing at all times. He has done his best to style his silver hair to look like a famous performer. He has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. He wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: He is a jovial happy person, but he is convinced people are living their lives too quickly. He is lazy, self-centered, vain, and jealous.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Bulzo grew up listening to his father's many stories. Bulzo was born on a far eastern island where he grew up under the tutelage of his father, an expert Crown-heir. When he grew older, he became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. He began work as a mercenary for hire. He would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: He wants to meet his childhood hero; and he desires power and/or immortality

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly, Selfish. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer, Immigrant. Occupation: Crown-heir

Voice: High pitched and raspy

Possessions: 6000 gp. Brown-green garnet (120 gp). Lapis lazuli (4 gp). Deep blue spinel (400 gp). Deep blue spinel (400 gp). Banded agate (4 gp). Zircon (50 gp). Carnelian (50 gp). Rhodochrosite (4 gp). Alexandrite (400 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A thin man, he clearly needs to put on some weight, but he still has a lot of muscle. He is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright tan and green, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. His chestnut hair and beard is wavy and long. His skin is flawless and his hazel eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: He was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. He was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. He never won. He leaves a trail of broken hearts and full pockets wherever he goes.

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

Ideals: Athletic, Optimist. Flaws: Hedonist, Disease. Bonds: Rich, Attractive. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Rolls R's

Possessions: 1000 pp. Black star sapphire (1100 gp). Carnelian (50 gp). Jasper (50 gp). Zircon (50 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A pudgy woman standing about 5'5" has a big stupid grin on her face most of the time. She prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for her hunting needs. She wears her silver hair down. Her voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: She is a very happy person and has lots of energy. To put it simply, she's a very lovable idiot. She invented a lineage for herself and claims to be descended from several legendary heroes.

History: She was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of her parents. 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 Mercenary. Since then, she has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: Balancing her hectic life and new Mercenary responsibilities is difficult; and she has passion for adventuring and risk

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Insane, Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer, Job. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: High pitched and raspy

Possessions: Bloodstone (40 gp). Rhodochrosite (7 gp). Malachite (7 gp). Azurite (7 gp). Black star sapphire (1400 gp). Fire opal (1400 gp). Carnelian (40 gp). Silver pearl (160 gp).