Description: He is a physically imposing light-skinned man. He is wearing a long, yellow cloak. His auburn hair, when down, is lengthy. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: Gerard is a sociable creature first and foremost. He loves to listen to people at length before talking their ear off. He can carry on conversation for hours and will do so. 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 to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. His family was turned out during the war. He and his family wandered south to less war torn lands. 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: Further expansion of business; and he is greedy

Ideals: Extrovert, Philantrophist. Flaws: PTSD. Bonds: Rich, Job. Occupation: Shipwright

Voice: Middle-eastern accent

Possessions: 1500 pp. Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (300 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1800 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (60 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (30 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (300 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (300 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (600 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (300 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1800 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (30 gp). An elaborate, whalebone scrimshaw carving of intertwined orbs, each showing the legend of creation story (30 gp). A finely crafted rug of intricate, geometric designs worked with silver threading (30 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (300 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (600 gp). Gold music box (4000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (600 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (600 gp). An elaborate, whalebone scrimshaw carving of intertwined orbs, each showing the legend of creation story (30 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp).

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 is wearing a long, white, dusty cloak. His red hair is long and unkept. His blue eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: He considers himself the perfect gentleman. He makes a point to always show proper etiquette and frequently critiques the etiquette of others. He uses divination through singing.

History: Scrag 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. From there he went from mercenary job to mercenary job. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes; and nothing but the best is good enough for him

Ideals: Impeccable, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Immigrant, Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Soft and mumbly

Possessions: 11000 gp. Tiger eye turquoise (12 gp). Jet (60 gp). Tourmaline (60 gp). Freshwater pearl (12 gp). Rhodochrosite (12 gp). Lapis lazuli (12 gp). Blue sapphire (1100 gp). Star ruby (1100 gp). Blue sapphire (1100 gp). Moonstone (30 gp). Onyx (30 gp). Silver pearl (60 gp). Tourmaline (60 gp). Sardonyx (30 gp). Jade (60 gp). Moss agate (12 gp). Iolite (30 gp). Black pearl (1400 gp). Zircon (30 gp). Hematite (12 gp). Blue star sapphire (1100 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A moderately attractive man, he wears rags and sports a simple walking cane. His red hair has been sun bleached extensively. His eyes are likewise violet.

Personality: He swings through moods quickly. One moment he is cool and collected, the next he is carried away by passions. He is able to make almost anything out of random pieces of junk.

History: A studious child he never was much for a social life, not because he was unlikable, but because he did not seek it out. He was part of a huge silver rush, which was taken over by a mining company. The company confiscated a lot of silver, but the shipment was lost. Since then, he has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: Meet up once more with his childhood friend.

Ideals: Passionate, Gifted, Optimist. Bonds: Poor, Attractive, Adventurer. Occupation: Carter

Voice: Pronounces 'its' and 'is' like 'eats' and 'ease'

Possessions: 16000 gp. Jasper (50 gp). Rich purple corundum (400 gp). Red spinel (160 gp). Blue-white diamond (8000 gp). Chrysoberyl (160 gp). Blue star sapphire (400 gp). Bloodstone (50 gp). Bloodstone (50 gp). Zircon (50 gp). Moss agate (13 gp). Fire opal (400 gp). Aquamarine (1000 gp). Star ruby (400 gp). Emerald (400 gp). Aquamarine (1000 gp). Aquamarine (1000 gp). Golden pearl (160 gp). Tourmaline (160 gp). Brown-green garnet (160 gp). Bloodstone (50 gp). Moss agate (13 gp). Bloodstone (50 gp). Black star sapphire (400 gp). Deep green spinel (160 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1000 gp). Obsidian (13 gp). Lapis lazuli (13 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (13 gp). Azurite (13 gp). Chrysoberyl (160 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: She stands about 5'0" and tends to wear a heavy leather apron. Coupled with her rolled up shirt sleeves this gives her a very relaxed look. Her left leg appears badly burned and disfigured. Her hair is cut close to her head. Her violet eyes peer out from beneath her Stetson tan hat.

Personality: She is extraordinarily eccentric. She is susceptible to being scared and is in actuality easily frightened. She likes to tell stories.

History: She was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. In her 19th year, while out on a day-trip, she returned to find her hometown burning and destroyed. She found her mother impaled in their home, and her father beheaded. She saw the woman who walked out, and charged her in a blind rage. The woman easily evaded and defeated her, leaving her to live broken and terrified. She has since lost track of the people in her past.

Motivation: She wants to get laid; and she has a crush on the local sculptor

Flaws: Insane, Fearful. Bonds: Rich, Family, Has a crush. Occupation: Interpreter

Voice: Farmer accent

Possessions: 5000 gp. A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (20 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1200 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (600 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (30 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (100 gp). An elaborate, whalebone scrimshaw carving of intertwined orbs, each showing the legend of creation story (20 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (100 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (100 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1200 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1200 gp). Old masterpiece painting (900 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (1000 gp).

Description: A woman with a calm yet intense air about her, she usually wears her pastel robe and has her rapier always slung over her shoulder. She has moderate length yellow fur. Her fair skin shows little sign of her aristocratic breeding.

Personality: She barks her statements quickly and with little fuss. She prefers small words and is at her heart utilitarian. She is a great chef.

History: She was born to loving parents in a slum to the north. She was taken as a slave by a traveling circus and forced to perform She has gone from town to town till she finds a spot where she can set up a sustainable business.

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

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Terse. Bonds: Attractive, Poor, Slave. Occupation: Interpreter

Voice: Posh accent

Possessions: 1000 pp. Hematite (15 gp). Lapis lazuli (15 gp). Chalcedony (30 gp). Sardonyx (30 gp). Bloodstone (30 gp). Eye agate (15 gp). Rock crystal (30 gp). Fire opal (1000 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1600 gp). Hematite (15 gp). Citrine (30 gp). Obsidian (15 gp). Deep blue spinel (1600 gp). Deep blue spinel (1600 gp). Black pearl (1600 gp). Banded agate (15 gp). Violet garnet (1600 gp). Smoky quartz (30 gp). Azurite (15 gp). Azurite (15 gp). Eye agate (15 gp). Chrysoprase (30 gp). Star ruby (1000 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He is a husky man, who does not wear sleeves and tends to eschew shirts when he can avoid it. He has dyed his greying silver hair a little too much giving a sharp silver color. His face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. His spectacle hidden eyes are a deep hazel.

Personality: He shows great sympathy to all travelers. He's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. He has a hair trigger and will fly into rage over the tiniest perceived slights.

History: Born in a small village he learned the ways of the warrior from his mother. Being born in the west, he completed his medical training abroad so as to avoid the war. He returned after the war having achieved medical proficiency. He was a general practitioner in the west for years, until he, through no fault of his own, lost a patient who had a very powerful family. Rather than risk reprisal he made his way south. By chance he met his brother recently and the two have been together since.

Motivation: Revenge; and regain custody of his son

Ideals: Philantrophist, Fighting. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Family, Enemies. Occupation: Glassblower

Voice: Soft and mumbly

Possessions: 7000 gp. Blue quartz (16 gp). Black star sapphire (600 gp). Citrine (60 gp). Citrine (60 gp). Amber (150 gp). Black pearl (200 gp). Iolite (60 gp). Black star sapphire (600 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (16 gp). Brown-green garnet (150 gp). Tourmaline (150 gp). Golden yellow topaz (200 gp). Moonstone (60 gp). Freshwater pearl (16 gp). Violet garnet (200 gp). Freshwater pearl (16 gp). Hematite (16 gp). Coral (150 gp).

Description: Her right side is far more bruised and cut up than her other. She wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. She sports a flattop hair cut. Her ears are large.

Personality: She tends to agree with only herself unless someone else's opinion sounds like she can profit from it. She tries to control her temper but she can't always stop herself from what she feels what must be done. She believes the world needs to unite to get rid of dire rats once and for all.

History: Her father raised her in a mountain cabin. Kali liked to wander the woods near her home when she was young, something she still likes to do at least once a week. She never liked modest clothing or shoes, so she would wander the woods barefoot and lightly dressed, and she developed a good sense of balance and learned how to climb and swim well. She has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: Many dire rats want her driven away; and several ex partners dislike her way of doing things and want revenge

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Enemies, Nature. Occupation: Bellfounder

Voice: Shortens vowels

Possessions: 2000 gp. Bloodstone (50 gp). Silver pearl (50 gp). Hematite (5 gp). Silver pearl (50 gp). Alexandrite (200 gp). Chrysoprase (50 gp). Moss agate (5 gp). Obsidian (5 gp). Eye agate (5 gp). Carnelian (50 gp). White pearl (50 gp). Chalcedony (50 gp). Rhodochrosite (5 gp). Blue sapphire (900 gp). Rhodochrosite (5 gp). 1 Medium magic item.