Description: A man with a cold, calculating air about him, he wears a shirt that is too small, which lets his gut show, with a ratty red coat over it. He has moderate length golden hair. His eyes are gray and catlike.

Personality: A skeptical and narcissistic man, Ortegar's first love is himself. His second love is also himself. He does suffer from mild PTSD, and the sight of brigands may trigger it at times.

History: He grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. A few years later when the north was not economically sound they moved to his current location. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to brigands demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: Someone believes him a fraud; and to find somewhere to settle down

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly, Mundane. Bonds: Enemies, Immigrant. Occupation: Farmer

Voice: Speaks with back of mouth

Possessions: 3000 gp. Black pearl (1600 gp). Obsidian (10 gp). Pink pearl (60 gp). Brown-green garnet (60 gp). Jasper (60 gp). Bloodstone (60 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (10 gp). Silver pearl (60 gp). Sard (60 gp). Carnelian (60 gp).

Description: A hulking man with gigantic muscles, he wears a black costume with the symbols of strength on his torso. His hair is short and blue. He was beautiful and young once, which still shows through his age, but it is a faded beauty.

Personality: He is quiet and reserved most of the time, but warms up to people very quickly. Around friends he is liable to tell dirty jokes and enjoy himself. He pushes his goals aggressively. He is also a coward if confronted.

History: He got into the Adventurer business at a young age. 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 has gone from town to town till he finds a spot where he can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and sabotage a competitor

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Fearful, Depressed. Bonds: Attractive, Job. Occupation: Adventurer

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: 7000 gp. Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (120 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1800 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (120 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (5000 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1200 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1000 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (120 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (100 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (120 gp). Carved bone or ivory statuette (40 gp). A delicate silver chain set with a tourmaline (40 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A woman with a cold, calculating air about her, she tends to wear a large red jacket. She has styled her blonde hair well, parting it to the right. Her face is scarred and worn.

Personality: She does not care much for physical appearances, nor does she care much for other people. She does however care about what she wants and getting it. She has a cruel streak; something she gained from her previous mentor. She harbors resentment against her former mentor.

History: Sold as a small child to a brothel owner, Maegan was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. She eventually earned her freedom when her former master disappeared. 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 eventually got the idea of being the protector of her homeland from reading books, and has made it her duty.

Motivation: She feels threatened by others; and she's repulsed by the pc

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Fearful. Bonds: Mentor, Military, Guardian. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: Hissing voice

Possessions: 13000 gp. Silver comb with moonstones (300 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (180 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (180 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1400 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (2200 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (6000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (300 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1800 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (4000 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (300 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (300 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (300 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1800 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1800 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). Solid gold idol (300 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (180 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (300 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Gold cup set with emeralds (3000 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (2200 gp). 1 Major magic item.

Description: She is wearing a long, grey, dusty cloak. Her moppish silver hair is in a traditional bowl cut. Her hazel eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: She is very quiet and rarely speaks above a whisper. Her philosophy is that everyone needs a friend and as such shows hospitality towards all.

History: Her history is one of pain. She was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves her parents kept. 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 Miner. She now owns her own business.

Motivation: To be a Seamstress again; and doesn't want to be a miner and was forced into it by her family

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Slave, Job, Family. Occupation: Miner

Voice: Thin and wheezing

Possessions: 9000 gp. Hematite (14 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1100 gp). Deep blue spinel (1100 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1100 gp). Brown-green garnet (160 gp). Banded agate (14 gp). Deep blue spinel (1100 gp). 1 Major magic item.

Description: This woman tends to wear a white poncho over her likewise colored trousers and shirt. She is muscular with a powerful set of arms. Her hair is auburn and curly. Her face is full, her cheeks are rosy, and she always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in her gray eyes.

Personality: Ekk is depressed about a lot of things. She tends to be a nihilist. She is used to getting what she wants. In part because she is a meticulous planner.

History: Ekk was raised in a hard working conservative environment. She helped her mother out around the business and became quite the natural. In the meantime she has taken over work as a Sculptor and occasionally as a mercenary.

Motivation: She'd like to take her coworkers down a peg; and she's looking for her big break

Ideals: Professionalism. Flaws: Depressed. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Sculptor

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: 1000 pp. Silver ewer (20 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (40 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (6000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (400 gp). Solid gold idol (200 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (2500 gp). Gold and ruby ring (8000 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (400 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (40 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (400 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He is generally shirtless and showing off his tattooed chest, and carries maces. He wears his black hair up in a very large beehive style do. His face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. His spectacle hidden eyes are a deep violet.

Personality: He is a hateful person. He taunts others and blames them for his problems. Further he is a bit of a stoner and is frequently out of it.

History: He was born in the east. A few years later when the north was not economically sound they moved to his current location. He was granted martial powers by his dying sister.

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

Ideals: Fighting, Gifted. Flaws: Antagonistic, Addict. Bonds: Immigrant, Job. Occupation: Fortune-teller

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: 1000 gp. Golden circlet with four aquamarines (1000 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (500 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (130 gp). Old masterpiece painting (500 gp). Finely wrought small gold bracelet (50 gp). A small bag of saffron. (50 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp).

Description: He is an average looking eastern male in his early mid-life. He is dressed in an above average manner. With bright brown hair and a scraggly beard. He was beautiful and young once, which still shows through his age, but it is a faded beauty.

Personality: Krûk hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate him. It was this clingy personality that held back his music career. He has a small toy that he constantly fidgets with.

History: He was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. Cursed with vampirism at a very young age, Krûk has worked very hard to control his curse. He has been saving his money to try and buy his sister's freedom.

Motivation: An old rival family wants him found.

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Addict, Disease. Bonds: Attractive, Family. Occupation: Unemployed

Voice: Hissing voice

Possessions: 4000 gp. A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (170 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (170 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (300 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (170 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (300 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1200 gp). Carved bone or ivory statuette (10 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1400 gp). Jeweled anklet (3000 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (300 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1200 gp). 1 Medium magic item.