Description: She is an average looking southern female in her early mid-life. She wears a red broad hat and red clothes. Her head has been shaved. She has gleaming, smiling hazel eyes.

Personality: She loves justice and goodness and right action. Anyone who does not fulfill this criteria perfectly will no doubt get a lecture from her. She is the most sanctimonious self-righteous Halfling in existence. She has the money to obtain near anything and knows that if you pay a woman enough she will sell her own mother. Money is her most trusted friend.

History: She was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of her parents. Her parents divorced when she was young, and her father gained full cudstody. She was regularly beaten by her father, who blamed her for driving them apart. Recently a tribe of orcs attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Nikki fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: Wishes to resurrect an old love; and to fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever

Ideals: Justice, Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, In love. Occupation: Stylist

Voice: Farmer accent

Possessions: 10000 gp. Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (600 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (180 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (4000 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (60 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (400 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1000 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (180 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (180 gp). Jeweled gold crown (2000 gp). A life-sized copper and silver statuette of a cockatrice. (60 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He is a paragon of his species. He is larger and stronger than most Halflings. His skin is dark but he possesses many violet ritualistic tattoos. He wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. He wears a colorful flower in his red hair. This gray eyed westerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. He seeks to pay back kindness whenever he gets the chance. Whether it be in the form of unwanted serenades or the latest gossip he always seeks to do solids for his friends.

History: He was born in a small mountains village. Over the years he perfected his riding and shooting skills. He has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: Retire the richest man in the west; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Philantrophist. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Nature. Occupation: Seamstress

Voice: Speaks with a cold

Possessions: 900 pp. Silver pearl (130 gp). Black pearl (1500 gp). Red-brown spinel (130 gp). Star rose quartz (20 gp). Citrine (20 gp). Lapis lazuli (4 gp). Eye agate (4 gp). Star rose quartz (20 gp). Alexandrite (1500 gp). Azurite (4 gp). Rhodochrosite (4 gp). Rock crystal (20 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (4 gp). Eye agate (4 gp). Aquamarine (1500 gp). Moss agate (4 gp). Hematite (4 gp).

Description: This malnourished man wears a green shirt with thin yellow vertical stripes and blue pants. His black crest is braided into rings. His red eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: He is calm most of the time but flees social interaction. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: He got into the Ruler business at a young age. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Ruler hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. He eventually got the idea of being the protector of his homeland from reading books, and has made it his duty.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and to be a mayor again

Flaws: Shy, Hedonist. Bonds: Poor, Job, Guardian. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: Hissing voice

Possessions: Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1400 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1400 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (200 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (1000 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (1000 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (1000 gp). Silver ewer (60 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1400 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (80 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (2000 gp). A life-sized copper and silver statuette of a cockatrice. (60 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (1000 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (1000 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (80 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (1000 gp). Solid gold idol (200 gp).

Description: She wears tight fitting clothing which further accentuates her frame, but does not cut a very imposing figure. She walks with a slouch but will stand straight to her full 2'11" when asserting herself. Her hair is brown and curly. Judging by the bloodshot nature of her eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine she has not slept for days.

Personality: Her voice, at times compared to that of a Nymph, lambasts those who consider themselves "civilized" with snide, belittling remarks; the subtle growl she speaks with growing louder in doing so, one can find it most pronounced, despite the otherwise natural purity of her tone. She has a hair trigger and will fly into rage over the tiniest perceived slights.

History: A powerful necromancer made her what she is. She took every job she could get her hands on, but the opportunities for Halflings in the west were limited. She hasn't been sleeping well lately.

Motivation: She's repulsed by the PC; and to get a good night's sleep

Flaws: Insomniac, Cynical, Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Mentor, Immigrant. Occupation: Healer

Voice: pre-pubescent

Possessions: 2000 gp. An elaborate, whalebone scrimshaw carving of intertwined orbs, each showing the legend of creation story (10 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (400 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (300 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1200 gp). Jeweled gold crown (6000 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: An older woman who wears rags and sports a simple walking cane, she is not a threatening figure. She has styled her red hair well, parting it to the right. She has gleaming, smiling violet eyes.

Personality: She is overprotective of those who hire her services. She does suffer from mild PTSD, and the sight of brigands may trigger it at times.

History: Trained by her father for as long as she can remember she had it drilled in her head that it was her duty to serve her country. When Philomena reached her early adolescence her Halfling father 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 has since lost track of the people in her past.

Motivation: An old rival family wants her found; and she's looking for her big break

Bonds: Poor, Guardian, Enemies, Military, Family, Adventurer. Occupation: Miner

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: 700 pp. Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (400 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (400 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (800 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (400 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (140 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (3000 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (2100 gp). Old masterpiece painting (2100 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (140 gp). Old masterpiece painting (2100 gp). Carved bone or ivory statuette (30 gp). Jeweled gold crown (7000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (800 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (140 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (2600 gp).

Description: He wears a lot of dark rich colors, with gold accents. His skin is fair and his fingers are delicate and long. He has wavy chestnut hair. He has a dull look in his brown eyes.

Personality: He is a pretentious jerk insisting that modern society is full of problems and should revert to a simpler time. He invented a lineage for himself and claims to be descended from several legendary heroes.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. His family was turned out during the war. He and his family wandered east to less war torn lands. Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: To reunite with his old friends; and he desires power and/or immortality

Flaws: Antagonistic, Disease, PTSD. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer. Occupation: Dyer

Voice: Soft and melodious

Possessions: 1000 gp.

Description: A man with a friendly, welcoming air about him, he dresses well, typically a more casual-formal manner. His fur is lavender and curly. His yellow eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: He is a pretentious jerk insisting that modern society is full of problems and should revert to a simpler time. He always tries to repair and not replace. It was this mentality that drove him into the Laborer business.

History: He grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. He graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. He advanced relatively quickly due to his good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. One night he noticed a nearby shooting star which he hiked out to see where it landed. It turned out to be an ancient artifact of some kind. He has done his darndest to repair it but it is currently non-functional.

Motivation: He is content; and he wants nothing more than to rejoin the army

Ideals: Persistence. Flaws: Antagonistic, Mundane. Bonds: Attractive, Military. Occupation: Laborer

Voice: German accent

Possessions: 12000 gp. Amethyst (60 gp). Onyx (30 gp). White opal (700 gp). Blue diamond (7000 gp). Alexandrite (500 gp). Red garnet (60 gp). Sard (30 gp). Golden pearl (60 gp). Smoky quartz (30 gp). Brown-green garnet (60 gp). Deep blue spinel (500 gp). Rhodochrosite (11 gp). Sard (30 gp). Star rose quartz (30 gp). Rock crystal (30 gp). Amber (60 gp). Black pearl (500 gp). Coral (60 gp). Jade (60 gp). White opal (700 gp). White pearl (60 gp). Rich purple corundum (700 gp). Alexandrite (500 gp). Red garnet (60 gp). Star ruby (700 gp). Malachite (11 gp). Jasper (30 gp). Golden yellow topaz (500 gp). Rhodochrosite (11 gp). Aquamarine (500 gp). Blue star sapphire (700 gp).