Description: She is an exceptionally muscular looking eastern young adult. She is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers her face most of the time. Beneath her clothing is a huge mess of scar tissue. Her chestnut hair is singed and shortened. She wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: She barks her statements quickly and with little fuss. She prefers small words and is at her heart utilitarian. She cannot resist a sob story and will often dote over anyone who has one.

History: The child of eastern immigrants she idolized her father. Ishte was born on a far eastern island where she grew up under the tutelage of her father, an expert Miner. She used her abilities to travel the world and help people.

Motivation: She is currently in port desperately looking for someone to get her out.

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly, Terse. Bonds: Slave, Immigrant. Occupation: Miner

Voice: Hollow voice

Possessions: 8000 gp. Amethyst (70 gp). Jasper (80 gp). Deep blue spinel (800 gp). Moonstone (80 gp). Aquamarine (800 gp). Black opal (1200 gp). Jade (70 gp). Moonstone (80 gp). 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 tends to wear a heavy leather apron. Coupled with his rolled up shirt sleeves this gives him a very relaxed look. His fur is greying and his face has many wrinkles. He has a tattooed face.

Personality: He speaks before he thinks and is too direct. He is always in debt, since he spends his money on lavish parties and gifts for friends

History: He was born at the edge of vast forest. Nimble was born on a far northern forest where he grew up under the tutelage of his father, an expert Slave Trader. He left for the north, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: His name or reputation has been wronged in the past by drow, and he desires to right it; and wants to work out more often

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Nature, Immigrant, Enemies. Occupation: Slave Trader

Voice: Nasally tone

Possessions: 1000 gp. Alexandrite (800 gp). Freshwater pearl (15 gp). Alexandrite (800 gp). Obsidian (15 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A woman with a friendly, welcoming air about her, she likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. Her golden hair is wavy and long. This green eyed northerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: Overbrimming with self-confidence, Joan isn't afraid of most anything. She has a strong dislike to people who do not believe in Human unity. She is terrible with names forgetting people's names several times before they finally stick; this causes her no end of embarrassment.

History: She was born into a rich family. Her mother was very strict, and drilled into her lessons on being the perfect lady. One night she noticed a nearby shooting star which she hiked out to see where it landed. It turned out to be an ancient artifact of some kind. She has done her darndest to repair it but it is currently non-functional.

Motivation: Wishes to resurrect an old love; and she feels the way she acts is they only way to get by in the world

Ideals: Impeccable, Persistence. Flaws: Forgetful. Bonds: Rich, In love. Occupation: Locksmith

Voice: Sensual and smooth

Possessions: 8000 gp. Tourmaline (140 gp). Golden yellow topaz (700 gp). Obsidian (10 gp). Moss agate (10 gp). Star rose quartz (40 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (10 gp). Blue quartz (10 gp). Rose (40 gp). Azurite (10 gp). White pearl (140 gp). Blue quartz (10 gp). Deep blue spinel (700 gp). Deep blue spinel (700 gp).

Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. His hair, while still mostly brown, has prominent grey streaks. His amber eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: He is someone who is used to having a large amount of sex appeal. He also lacks a concept of privacy and shares just about everything. He has a habit of throwing himself into exceedingly dangerous situations.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his mother and father. His mother taught him the rudiments of the Performer arts, while his father instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: To reunite with his old friends.

Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Immigrant, Attractive, Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Performer

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 4000 gp. Malachite (16 gp). Jade (90 gp). Black star sapphire (1100 gp). Red-brown spinel (90 gp). White pearl (90 gp). Alexandrite (1300 gp). Deep blue spinel (1300 gp). Black pearl (1300 gp). Iolite (30 gp). Pink pearl (90 gp). Rhodochrosite (16 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (16 gp). Eye agate (16 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A middle-aged man, he likes to wear black tank tops with brown pants, and is pretty ugly. His crest, while still mostly scarlet, has prominent grey streaks. His gold eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: He barks his statements quickly and with little fuss. He prefers small words and is at his heart utilitarian. His philosophy is that everyone needs a friend and as such shows hospitality towards all.

History: The child of southern immigrants he idolized his father. When he was little, his rather wealthy family often ventured across the mountains to a summer home near a old dungeon. He would wander through that old dungeon and adventure through it for days. One day while adventuring a terrible storm took place and he was stranded inside. His family spent the next few days looking for him, and could only assume he was dead when it came time to leave. The family never returned to the mountains due to the painful memories there. Shamash took refuge in the old dungeon and found the beat up sai and armor he uses now. Since then, he has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved; and wants to raise his children well

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly, Terse. Bonds: Immigrant, Nature. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Jamaican accent

Possessions: 3000 gp. Iolite (20 gp). Chalcedony (20 gp). Rose (20 gp). Black opal (1200 gp). Violet garnet (900 gp). Red-brown spinel (50 gp). Lapis lazuli (9 gp). Aquamarine (900 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This western woman is abnormally tall. She prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for her hunting needs. Her whole body is exceptionally muscular. She sports a flattop fur cut. She has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. She wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: She takes her job very seriously, in part because she fears she cannot get a new one. She is however greedy and will demand payment and proof of collateral's value and will produce a merchant's scale to make sure she is not cheated out of a speck.

History: Kite was born with her father's beautiful face. She helped her father out around the business and became quite the natural. She leaves a trail of broken hearts and full pockets wherever she goes.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and she loathes her own lifestyle

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Depressed. Bonds: Rich, Immigrant, Job, Attractive. Occupation: Barrister

Voice: Booming voice

Possessions: 9000 gp. Golden yellow topaz (1400 gp). Sard (30 gp). Jasper (30 gp). Freshwater pearl (5 gp). Tourmaline (100 gp). Hematite (5 gp). Black pearl (1400 gp). Bloodstone (30 gp). 1 Major magic item.

Description: This man is very fat, and wears tight fitting pants and leather jackets. He usually doesn't wear a shirt. His hair is short and black. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: While he acts the brute, he is far gentler than he would appear. He will often invite strangers home for dinner and talk their ears off. He cares deeply for his spouse and does his best to make sure his guests look presentable.

History: Harbek was raised in a hard working conservative environment. While studying, he fell in love. They married and had a daughter. He tends to his Animal Trainer job now, and dutifully fulfills any obligations he has.

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

Ideals: Fighting, Optimist. Flaws: Ugly, Insane. Bonds: In love, Job. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Smoker's lung

Possessions: 5000 gp. Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (600 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1300 gp). Gold and ruby ring (5000 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (400 gp). A life-sized copper and silver statuette of a cockatrice. (20 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (400 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (400 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (90 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (400 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1300 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (90 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (6000 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.