Description: A man with a friendly, welcoming air about him, he is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. He wears a small hat to cover his moderate length blue hair. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He has two modes he varies between. On the job he is cold, steely and emotionless. Off the job he is a party animal. The war was a terrible time for him, and Akmen does not often speak of it. When he does, he does so with a strained expression and tears in his eyes.

History: Akmen hails from a village terrorized by goblins. He made a point of taking high paying jobs and getting most of it up front. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Further expansion of business.

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Depressed. Bonds: Job, Military, Enemies, Adventurer. Occupation: Armorer

Voice: Squeaky

Possessions: 11000 gp. Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1600 gp). A detailed rose, with petals and thorns, constructed of silver and electrum (70 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (500 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (4000 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (4000 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (600 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (500 gp). Solid gold idol (700 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (600 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (500 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (6000 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (700 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp).

Description: This woman stands a little under 4'9" and is a bit bulky. She is very muscular particularly in the legs. She is wearing a long, blue, dusty cloak. She has done her best to style her black hair to look like a famous performer. She has gleaming, smiling brown eyes.

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 cannot resist a sob story and will often dote over anyone who has one.

History: A studious child she never was much for a social life, not because she was unlikable, but because she did not seek it out. She always admired druidic-users and wanted to develop the talent, but never had the affinity for it. She now has a substantial network of resources ranging from contacts to ships to peers.

Motivation: An old rival family wants her found.

Ideals: Philantrophist, Gifted, Entrepeneur. Bonds: Family. Occupation: Interpreter

Voice: Draws out vowels

Possessions: 900 pp. Solid gold idol (300 gp). A finely crafted rug of intricate, geometric designs worked with silver threading (20 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (900 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (900 gp). A delicate silver chain set with a tourmaline (20 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (6000 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (100 gp).

Description: A woman with a cold, calculating air about her, she wears white leather gloves, a white jacket, and tight pants. Her silver hair is heavily combed to the right. Her face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. Her spectacle hidden eyes are a deep blue.

Personality: She never swears and excessively uses polite adverbs when speaking. She is often prim and proper but will on occasion tell either really disgusting or offensive jokes, which seem out of character.

History: She was born on a small isolated farm. She was one of the best in her class, and was picked up by her current employer. She quickly showed her capability and was soon promoted to a head role. She's also a talented Slave Trader, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: Doesn't want to be a Detective and was forced into it by her family; and an old rival family wants her found

Ideals: Optimist, Joker. Bonds: Nature, Job, Family. Occupation: Detective

Voice: Old thin voice

Possessions: 25000 gp. Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (50 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (2000 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1200 gp). A detailed rose, with petals and thorns, constructed of silver and electrum (20 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (500 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1200 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1200 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1200 gp). Gold and ruby ring (8000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (500 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (1000 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (2000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). Old masterpiece painting (2200 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1200 gp). Jeweled gold crown (5000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (500 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (2200 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (1000 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1200 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (50 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (50 gp). Solid gold idol (800 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1200 gp). Solid gold idol (800 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (2000 gp). An elaborate, whalebone scrimshaw carving of intertwined orbs, each showing the legend of creation story (20 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (2200 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (1000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). A delicate silver chain set with a tourmaline (20 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (1000 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (50 gp).

Description: This woman wears a white armored body suit, with a simple black line shooting up and back down. She has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized sapphire on her left hand. Her red hair is singed and shortened. She wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: She is witty, but her monotone delivery comes off as unnerving She loves teas. She is very sensitive about her face. To blow off anger she lifts weights and to control her otherwise explosive temper she works out a lot.

History: She was born into a rich family. She was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. Her spouse died of illness and she inherited everything. She was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Money/treasure.

Ideals: Joker, Fighting. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Glassblower

Voice: growls and snarls, animalistic

Possessions: 12000 gp.

Description: This woman sports grey clothing, slightly heavier than average wear, and sports empty pouches on her belt. She sports white long hair. Her ears are large.

Personality: She is irascible and easily irritated. She is cautious and jumpy. She reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

History: She was born in the west, but her parents moved at a very young age to the east. Her family was turned out during the war. She and her family wandered west to less war torn lands. She was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: She feels threatened by others; and she is terrified, and will act out of fear

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Fearful, PTSD. Bonds: Immigrant. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Prounounces S like Z

Possessions: 3000 gp. Malachite (4 gp). Deep green spinel (120 gp). Chrysoberyl (120 gp). Aquamarine (1500 gp). Onyx (30 gp). Alexandrite (1500 gp). Eye agate (4 gp). Black pearl (1500 gp). Freshwater pearl (4 gp). Banded agate (4 gp). Violet garnet (1500 gp). Tourmaline (120 gp). Freshwater pearl (4 gp). Rhodochrosite (4 gp). Chrysoberyl (120 gp). Violet garnet (1500 gp). Jet (120 gp). Malachite (4 gp). Violet garnet (1500 gp). Red-brown spinel (120 gp). Rich purple corundum (400 gp). Eye agate (4 gp). Malachite (4 gp).

Description: He is of a modest build and height, but he carries himself more imposing than he is. He is generally shirtless and showing off his tattooed chest. His white hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. His hazel eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: He snorts whenever he laughs or is feeling confident. He would rather hide behind his crafts than deal with other people.

History: His father raised him in a mountain cabin. From there he went from mercenary job to mercenary job. When he grew older, he became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. He began work as a mercenary for hire. He would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: He desires power and/or immortality; and he wants revenge against illithids

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Nature, Adventurer, Enemies. Occupation: Detective

Voice: Draws out vowels

Possessions: 1500 pp. Silver comb with moonstones (200 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (500 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Jeweled anklet (1000 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (30 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: She is of a modest build and height, but she carries herself more imposing than she is. She wears a lot of dark rich colors, with gold accents. She has black hair. Her eyes are hazel and catlike.

Personality: She is happy with her job as a Dyer. She turns her eye from what people do, preferring to live and let live. She always tries to repair and not replace. It was this mentality that drove her into the Dyer business.

History: She was raised by priests from a young age. She couldn't stand her childhood mentor and eventually formed a pact with her mentor's previously failed apprentice to rebel. When their plan failed the mentor lashed out against both of them and fled. She became a Dyer soon after.

Motivation: Her religion dominates her actions; and balancing her hectic life and new dyer responsibilities is difficult

Ideals: Persistence. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Religious, Mentor. Occupation: Dyer

Voice: Whispers

Possessions: 1600 pp. A pair of blacksmith’s puzzle; each has a pair of interlocked iron designs that users try to take apart and put back together (90 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (600 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (700 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (120 gp). Silver ewer (90 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (3000 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (6000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). A small bag of saffron. (90 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (120 gp). Gold music box (1000 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (600 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (6000 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (600 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (600 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1700 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (3000 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (1000 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (700 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (800 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (700 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1700 gp). A finely crafted rug of intricate, geometric designs worked with silver threading (90 gp). A detailed rose, with petals and thorns, constructed of silver and electrum (90 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.