Description: The man speaks with an almost imperceptible accent. He seems to always be the slightest bit damp as if he got out from a pool a few moments ago. He wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. His red hair is heavily combed to the left. His blue eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. He is vehemently anti-magic. All of it is evil and corrupting in his opinion.

History: Sold as a small child to a necromancer, Laucian was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. In his formative years he discovered how persuasive he was. He began using that to his advantage selling useless wares at inflated prices. He now has a substantial network of resources ranging from contacts to ships to peers.

Motivation: Retire the richest man in the west; and nothing but the best is good enough for him

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Opinionated. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Immigrant, Mentor. Occupation: Farmer

Voice: Adds syll-ab-les for em-pha-sis

Possessions: 1000 gp. Alexandrite (1100 gp). Chalcedony (50 gp). Black pearl (1100 gp). Lapis lazuli (5 gp). Banded agate (5 gp). Moonstone (50 gp). Jasper (50 gp). Red garnet (160 gp). Rock crystal (50 gp). Rock crystal (50 gp). Alexandrite (1100 gp). Alexandrite (1100 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He wears a fine chain shirt which he covers with green colored cloaks and clothing. His attire stands in sharp contrast to his bastard sword, which is beautifully polished and possesses an ornate carving of a cross on it. His white hair is still thick. His silver eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: He tends to agree with only himself unless someone else's opinion sounds like he can profit from it. He tries to control his temper but he can't always stop himself from what he feels what must be done. He has all his life been fascinated with music.

History: He was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. Through the years after Nirgel was born, his father became increasingly distant from his family, instead choosing to pursue power in the north. Nirgel's father didn't care for him much, and the feeling was mutual. Unlike his family, who was content to work in a sleepy main town, he wanted to work in the city. He has been working here for the past few years.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and he is content

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Antagonistic, Disease, Mundane. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Roofer

Voice: Timid voice

Possessions: 300 pp. Chrysoberyl (50 gp). Aquamarine (700 gp). Deep blue spinel (700 gp). Zircon (50 gp). Rose (50 gp).

Description: She prefers to wear the grand gowns of high society. She carries her fan with her everywhere and carries herself as the perfect lady. She is portly but not overly obese. She keeps her silver hair in a pixie cut. She has green eyes and a black hat with a green feather.

Personality: She is irritable and easily angered. She is a bit of a bully and is not afraid to use her stature and powers to intimidate and hurt. She is cautious and jumpy. She reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

History: Born in the north to a Servant, Ekk learned a great deal about her mother's area of expertise. Cursed with a spirit at a very young age, Ekk has worked very hard to control her curse. She's also a talented Shoemaker, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor.

Flaws: Antagonistic, Fearful, Disease. Bonds: Rich, Job. Occupation: Servant

Voice: Farmer accent

Possessions: 11000 gp. Chalcedony (60 gp). Moss agate (5 gp). Hematite (5 gp). Chrysoberyl (140 gp). Silver pearl (140 gp). White pearl (140 gp). Moss agate (5 gp). Red spinel (140 gp). Star ruby (1200 gp). Eye agate (5 gp). Violet garnet (1600 gp). Banded agate (5 gp). Lapis lazuli (5 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (5 gp). Brown diamond (6000 gp). Bloodstone (60 gp). Moonstone (60 gp). Silver pearl (140 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (1200 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: An imposing man with a heavy stainless steel prosthetic left hand, he wears just a green suit. His blue hair is drawn into a tight pony tail with a clover scrunchie. His half smiles and white eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: He has a massive crush on the younger sibling of the Mortician who has hired him part-time. He invented a lineage for himself and claims to be descended from several legendary heroes.

History: Habor 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. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Mortician hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. He became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: He has a crush on the local Brewer; and to reunite with his old friends

Bonds: Attractive, Has a crush, Adventurer, Poor. Occupation: Mortician

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 2000 gp. Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (700 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (70 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (900 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1700 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1700 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (70 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (6000 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (2000 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (70 gp). Finely wrought small gold bracelet (80 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (80 gp). A detailed rose, with petals and thorns, constructed of silver and electrum (80 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1200 gp). A life-sized copper and silver statuette of a cockatrice. (80 gp). A delicate brass dragon egg (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.

Description: This woman is tall and muscular. She wears very tight pants and wife beaters, though occasionally she sports a brown coat. Her white hair is cut short with large spiked bangs in the front. Her eyes are a pleasant brown.

Personality: She is fixated on the number 20. She counts her steps and bites of food to keep in track with it. She seems to be used to being ignored and not questioned about it. She pushes her goals aggressively. She is also a coward if confronted.

History: She is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. Her first spouse was a Marshal, they had one son, but her spouse won total custody. Without her spouse to temper her she grew out of control. 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: Marry her sister to traveling adventurers; and her relatives are trying to arrange a marriage

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Insane, Fearful. Bonds: Rich, Family. Occupation: Cook

Voice: Prounounces S like Z

Possessions: 1800 pp. White opal (500 gp). Jade (80 gp). Violet garnet (1300 gp). Zircon (30 gp). Canary diamond (7000 gp). Black star sapphire (500 gp). Hematite (15 gp). Chrysoberyl (80 gp). Bloodstone (30 gp). Sardonyx (30 gp). Rhodochrosite (15 gp). Chrysoberyl (80 gp). Sardonyx (30 gp). Carnelian (30 gp). Aquamarine (1300 gp). Rich purple corundum (500 gp). Jet (80 gp). Red spinel (80 gp). Moonstone (30 gp). Blue quartz (15 gp). Sardonyx (30 gp). Red spinel (80 gp). Alexandrite (1300 gp). Tourmaline (80 gp). Carnelian (30 gp). Blue-white diamond (7000 gp). Malachite (15 gp). Aquamarine (1300 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1300 gp). Bloodstone (30 gp). Lapis lazuli (15 gp). Coral (80 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: She is a mite stocky and wears suspenders and black workpants. Her shirt is white, and she wears a heavy black leather apron most of the time. She wears a small hat to hide her balding. Her green eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: She is quite rude, and likes to deride her opponents skill and shout insults at them. She uses her nature as a weapon; she likes to lead opponents to think her in distress.

History: She was a bastard born out of an affair, and her mother always resented and mistreated her for it out of spite. She graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. She advanced relatively quickly due to her good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. She has worked as a Cook like her mother before her.

Motivation: To protect her home; and wants to open a new tavern

Flaws: Antagonistic, Secretive. Bonds: Military, Job, Guardian. Occupation: Cook

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 3000 gp. Old masterpiece painting (700 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (700 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (400 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Old masterpiece painting (700 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). Gold music box (1000 gp). Gold music box (1000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (400 gp).

Description: A middle-aged man, he wears rags and sports a simple walking cane, and is pretty ugly. He has moderate length cinnamon fur. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He likes to brag about his accomplishments and constantly tries to beat others to the punch. He loves his children and doesn't want them to worry about him. He loves to share his poetry with anyone who is interested.

History: When he was but 5 years old his parents immigrated from the south. He moved from fad to fad and when he turned 15 he discovered poetry. By chance he met his sister recently and the two have been together since.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of his sister; and to unite with his sister

Ideals: Passionate, Artistic. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Family, Immigrant. Occupation: Map Maker

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 2000 gp. Deep green spinel (110 gp). Rhodochrosite (14 gp). Pink diamond (5000 gp). Blue quartz (14 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (14 gp). Black star sapphire (900 gp). Amethyst (110 gp). Black pearl (500 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (14 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.