Description: This tall, slender man wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. His long cinnamon fur is drawn into a two foot long braid. He wears an eyepatch.

Personality: Aggressive, abrasive, and angry, Smoking embodies much of what other species detest in the Tabaxis. He disdains his fellow westerners, claiming they make him look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: Gifted from a young age, Smoking studied abroad. His parents divorced when he was young, and his mother gained full cudstody. He was regularly beaten by his mother, who blamed him for driving them apart. He left for the west, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC.

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Immigrant. Occupation: Glassblower

Voice: German accent

Possessions: 15000 gp. Alexandrite (1400 gp). Rhodochrosite (5 gp). Deep green spinel (80 gp). Sardonyx (70 gp). Blue quartz (5 gp). Blue star sapphire (600 gp). Rich purple corundum (600 gp). Iolite (70 gp). Deep blue spinel (1400 gp). Sard (70 gp). Deep blue spinel (1400 gp). Black star sapphire (600 gp). Violet garnet (1400 gp). Smoky quartz (70 gp). Golden pearl (80 gp). Amber (80 gp). Rhodochrosite (5 gp). Hematite (5 gp). Sard (70 gp). White pearl (80 gp). Eye agate (5 gp). Freshwater pearl (5 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1400 gp). Lapis lazuli (5 gp). Bloodstone (70 gp). White pearl (80 gp). Aquamarine (1400 gp). White opal (600 gp). Violet garnet (1400 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He is a man of bearing and well nourished. He wears a tattered pair of loose violet pants, a matching torn shirt, and a visible pair of similar condition same color briefs. His chestnut hair is still thick. This gray eyed easterner is not easily forgotten.

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. On top of that he is swayed by a pretty face, and while loyalty to his employer will always come first he doesn't like to hit women.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. His parents divorced when he was young, and his father gained full cudstody. He was regularly beaten by his father, who blamed him for driving them apart. He has became unsatisfied with his lot in life, and decided to take up adventuring.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and he would like to get married and retire

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Poor, Has a crush, Adventurer, Mentor. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Low range voice

Possessions: 400 pp. Star ruby (1200 gp). Rose (20 gp). Banded agate (11 gp). Obsidian (11 gp). Obsidian (11 gp). Star ruby (1200 gp). Chrysoprase (20 gp). Freshwater pearl (11 gp). Jade (90 gp). Fire opal (1200 gp). Alexandrite (1000 gp). Chalcedony (20 gp). Star ruby (1200 gp). Emerald (1200 gp). Coral (90 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.

Description: This man wears tight fighting clothing, which leaves very little to the imagination. He has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized opal on his left hand. He has a very tight haircut. His brown eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. He has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: He seems absolutely devoid of it. He stares off into space and will respond with overly literal and minimalist answers to questions. He lacks restraint and is impulsive. He jumps in and acts without thinking all too often.

History: He was raised in a white middle class family as the only child. He struck it rich when he found rare goods in large quantities. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: To find somewhere to settle down; and money/treasure

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Addict, Mundane, Impulsive. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Brewer

Voice: Sleepy voice

Possessions: 3000 gp. Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1300 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (120 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (1000 gp). Gold music box (1000 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This malnourished man is generally well dressed albeit a few years behind the times. His fur is short and beige. His amber eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: He is extraordinarily passive and rarely speaks, let alone speaks his mind. He is submissive, is generally bored by everything, but will take part in whatever people ask of him. He is by nature obliging.

History: Sold as a small child to a necromancer, Silent was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Engraver hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. He routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: He is unsatisfied with his job.

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Poor, Mentor. Occupation: Engraver

Voice: Soothing and warm

Possessions: 9000 gp. Red garnet (150 gp). Aquamarine (1200 gp). Rose (50 gp). Deep blue spinel (1200 gp). Citrine (50 gp). Rock crystal (50 gp). Rose (50 gp). Rich purple corundum (1200 gp). Jade (150 gp). Tourmaline (150 gp). Carnelian (50 gp). Banded agate (10 gp). Peridot (50 gp). Malachite (10 gp).

Description: 5'1" and lanky with angular features, she is an attractive figure. She is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright tan and pastel, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. She keeps her auburn hair in a pixie cut. Her brown eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: She fancies herself a trickster and likes to rely on her wits to carry the day. She cares for her older siblings and likes to be recognized by them. She pushes her goals aggressively. She is also a coward if confronted.

History: She was born in the west. Her mother had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted her to inherit them. She now travels the world, in search of power and loot.

Motivation: An old rival family wants her found; and she is wracked by social anxiety

Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Family, Immigrant, Adventurer. Occupation: Healer

Voice: Speaks with lower jaw sticking out

Possessions: 6000 gp. Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (700 gp). Jeweled anklet (2000 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1300 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1800 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (2000 gp). Jeweled gold crown (7000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (400 gp). Jeweled anklet (2000 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1100 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1100 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (700 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Solid gold idol (700 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (100 gp). A delicate brass dragon egg (20 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1100 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (400 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: Her left side is far more bruised and cut up than her other. She likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. Her brown fur is heavily combed to the left. Her fierce green eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: She is unhospitable to her core. Her small house has "No trespassing" Signs all over it. She is vehemently anti-magic. All of it is evil and corrupting in her opinion.

History: She was raised happily, as a normal child born to her father and mother. Her father taught her the rudiments of the Guard arts, while her mother instructed her in etiquette, music and courtly manner. Her father was very strict, and drilled into her lessons on being the perfect lady. She now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: She is greedy.

Ideals: Opinionated, Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Guard

Voice: Low rumbling, strings words together

Possessions: 600 pp. Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (700 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (160 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (160 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (8000 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (2000 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1100 gp). A delicate brass dragon egg (30 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (300 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (700 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1100 gp). Solid gold idol (300 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (2000 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (700 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (700 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (160 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (160 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (160 gp).

Description: This slender man stands about 6'3". He wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. He wears a top hat to hide his balding. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: Spring hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate him. It was this clingy personality that held back his writing career. He has zero loyalty and will suck up to whomever is within range, in the hopes of being moved to a better position.

History: Heir to a fortune, his parents put a great deal of effort into curing his disease. He has had some formal writing training, and achieved minor success. He knows his nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but him.

Motivation: He is wracked by social anxiety; and money/treasure

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Artistic. Flaws: Fearful, Disease. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: Smoker's lung

Possessions: 9000 gp. Obsidian (12 gp). Black opal (1500 gp). Eye agate (12 gp). Coral (90 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1600 gp). Citrine (60 gp). Blue quartz (12 gp). Tourmaline (90 gp). White pearl (90 gp). Deep green spinel (90 gp).