Description: This man is bedraggled and starved. He wears dull white sweaters, loose tan pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath his sweater he keeps a concealed mace, just in case. His white hair, when down, is lengthy. He was beautiful and young once, which still shows through his age, but it is a faded beauty.

Personality: He likes to brag about his accomplishments and constantly tries to beat others to the punch. He disdains his fellow northerners, claiming they make him look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: When he was but 5 years old his parents immigrated from the north. Since his mother passed away years ago, his father had doted on him, and he came to think her himself as special and better than other people in town. A notion that was reinforced by his attractiveness, a trait in which he easily excels the other men of his town. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: His religion dominates his actions; and he is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs

Ideals: Passionate. Bonds: Poor, Attractive, Immigrant, Religious. Occupation: Navigator

Voice: Laughs frequently while speaking

Possessions: 5000 gp. Rich purple corundum (1000 gp). Rose (70 gp). Black pearl (300 gp). Deep blue spinel (300 gp). White pearl (50 gp). Violet garnet (300 gp). Jasper (70 gp). Star rose quartz (70 gp). Aquamarine (300 gp). Citrine (70 gp). Amethyst (50 gp). Eye agate (9 gp). Rose (70 gp). Pink pearl (50 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he wears a yellow tunic with tan highlights, and long pastel pants that bunch up around his shoes. He has a long auburn beard with little hanging trinkets. His eyes are green and catlike.

Personality: He swings through moods quickly. One moment he is cool and collected, the next he is carried away by passions. He is however greedy and will demand payment and proof of collateral's value and will produce a merchant's scale to make sure he is not cheated out of a speck.

History: The child of western immigrants he idolized his father. He took every job he could get his hands on, but the opportunities for Half-Elves in the west were limited. 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: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark.

Ideals: Passionate, Entrepeneur. Bonds: Immigrant, Adventurer. Occupation: Hunter

Voice: German accent

Possessions: 700 pp. Sardonyx (40 gp). Blue quartz (6 gp). Deep blue spinel (1500 gp). Hematite (6 gp). Jade (70 gp). Chalcedony (40 gp). Black star sapphire (800 gp). Carnelian (40 gp). Rhodochrosite (6 gp). Rose (40 gp). Blue quartz (6 gp). Hematite (6 gp). Rich purple corundum (800 gp). Lapis lazuli (6 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1500 gp). Lapis lazuli (6 gp). Alexandrite (1500 gp). Aquamarine (1500 gp). Amethyst (70 gp).

Description: This man is very fat, and has a large brown mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into his black robe. His blonde hair is cut short. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: He is a very happy person and has lots of energy. To put it simply, he's a very lovable idiot. He is accommodating to his spouse and as such limits his hospitality. He is brave and levelheaded in the face of danger and has proven himself a capable leader.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when brigands swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. In his 16th year, his parents were killed by a brigands raid, leaving Gerard alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, he was adopted. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to brigands demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: Many brigands want him driven away; and he is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: In love, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Dyer

Voice: Sleepy voice

Possessions: 10000 gp. A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (70 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (150 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (150 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1900 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1900 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (150 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (1000 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (150 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1900 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (500 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1900 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1900 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (150 gp).

Description: 3'3" and muscular, this northern man wears skinny pants and wears a tan and red robe with the hood down. His golden hair is well kept and his bushy mustache is tapered upwards at the ends. His eyes are likewise amber. His teeth are white and perfect.

Personality: Wobbles is depressed about a lot of things. He tends to be a nihilist. He also has developed a complete distrust of the Sage profession.

History: His parents moved while he was still in utero so he is the first generation to be born here. He was one of the best in his class, and was picked up by his current employer. He quickly showed his capability and was soon promoted to a head role. He left for the north, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: Balancing his hectic life and new Bookbinder responsibilities is difficult.

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Depressed. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Immigrant. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Draws out vowels

Possessions: 3000 gp. Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (700 gp). Old masterpiece painting (2400 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (700 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (300 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (2400 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (110 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp). Jeweled gold crown (5000 gp). Silver ewer (80 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (80 gp). Old masterpiece painting (2400 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (300 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (300 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (300 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (5000 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (3000 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This northern man's face is deformed and paralyzed on one side. As such, he slurs his words together. He wears an entirely pastel suit with blue socks and a vest with buckled shoes. His red fur is slicked back into a classic pompadour. He tend to wears goggles to shield his eyes.

Personality: He is intelligent and cunning, but he will too often allow his rage to get the better of him. He will lose his cool and rely on brute force to carry the day. He has a small toy that he constantly fidgets with.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when drow swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. His parents were killed by drow in a raid when he was still a young child. The drow captured him, and made him a slave and general play-thing. He was beaten and tortured regularly, leading to his deformed appearance. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs.

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Addict. Bonds: Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Actor

Voice: Speaks with squeezed throat

Possessions: 800 pp. A necklace of small pink pearls (1000 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (30 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). 1 Major magic item.

Description: She typically wears a sleeveless long coat of deep black leather and dull brown iron scale mail. Her crest is cut close to her head. Her eyes are red and she is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: She is a very philanthropic person; she spends her free time working at various soup kitchens. She does not trust anyone and sleeps with one eye open.

History: She was born in the west, but her parents moved at a very young age to the north. She couldn't stand her childhood mentor and eventually formed a pact with her mentor's previously failed apprentice to rebel. When their plan failed the mentor lashed out against both of them and fled. She now spends her time doing works of charity.

Motivation: She wants revenge against orcs; and to get a good night's sleep

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Immigrant, Mentor, Enemies. Occupation: Masseuse

Voice: Jamaican accent

Possessions: 11000 gp. Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1000 gp). Solid gold idol (800 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp).

Description: She is a husky woman, who wears well tailored gowns and hats with beautiful decoration. She is almost always dressed for an outing in high society. She has wavy chestnut hair. Her eyes are likewise blue.

Personality: Nora hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate her. It was this clingy personality that held back her painting career. She does not regard money as being a problem because it has never been a problem for her. She lives in a bit of an ivory tower believing all problems are one quick intervention away from being solved.

History: A child with a great deal of painting talent her parents made sure she got the chance to thrive. She went to a religious school and was inspired by the priests there in charitable deeds. She now owns her own business.

Motivation: She seems to be bored by most things; and sabotage a competitor

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Rich, Religious, Job. Occupation: Slave Trader

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: 6000 gp. Jeweled gold crown (6000 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (1000 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1800 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (1000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (3000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). Carved bone or ivory statuette (30 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (3000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (30 gp). Gold cup set with emeralds (7000 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.