Description: This petite short woman is perpetually holding a chocolate of some kind. She wears baggy black pantaloons and a green scarf, marred by chocolates. Her black hair is lengthy. Her eyes are gray and beady.

Personality: She is quiet and anti-social and can barely make it a few minutes in conversation before her hampering stammer kicks in. She also hits on women, regardless of circumstances.

History: She served in the navy to pay for her family's outstanding loans. She was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. Her spouse died of illness and she inherited everything. She knows her nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but her.

Motivation: She would like to get married and retire; and she's attracted to the pc

Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Has a crush, Military, Rich. Occupation: Doctor

Voice: Hard of hearing, loud

Possessions: 2600 pp. Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (700 gp). Gold and ruby ring (12000 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1400 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (300 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (160 gp). A life-sized copper and silver statuette of a cockatrice. (70 gp). Jeweled gold crown (3000 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (160 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (160 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (160 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (700 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (160 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (160 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (1000 gp). Solid gold idol (300 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (700 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (70 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (700 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (160 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (700 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1400 gp). 1 Major magic item.

Description: She is a small woman, but exceptionally fit. She prefers to wear blue clothing when she does not wear armor. Her tied-back hair is blonde. Her voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: She never swears and excessively uses polite adverbs when speaking. She claims to be unscrupulous but at the end of the day she will do what she thinks is right.

History: Menny was born into a poor family. Growing up, she dreamt of becoming a Druid, to bring honor to her family’s name. When she came of age, she applied for a position with her town's local guard, looking to work her way up via merit and eventually become a Druid in service of a powerful lord somewhere. From there she went from mercenary job to mercenary job. She has dedicated herself to building a better world.

Motivation: Obtaining odd cultural Halfling artifacts is her passion; and wants to work out more often

Ideals: Athletic, Optimist, Justice. Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 8000 gp. Cloth of gold vestments (40 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp). A delicate silver chain set with a tourmaline (60 gp). A life-sized copper and silver statuette of a cockatrice. (60 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1000 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (400 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. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This man wears a simple tan robe with yellow stripes complete with hood, and sports empty pouches on his belt. He has a long white beard with little hanging trinkets. His brown unseeing eyes seem to look past you.

Personality: In the realm of puns, he cannot help himself. He feels obliged to make them. The war was a terrible time for him, and Berrian does not often speak of it. When he does, he does so with a strained expression and tears in his eyes.

History: Berrian was born in the north. At a young age he loved to build and create. A freak accident while working with his Mayor father left him crippled. One night he noticed a nearby shooting star which he hiked out to see where it landed. It turned out to be an ancient artifact of some kind. He has done his darndest to repair it but it is currently non-functional.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world.

Ideals: Joker, Persistence. Flaws: Disease, Depressed. Bonds: Military. Occupation: Tanner

Voice: Hard of hearing, loud

Possessions: 400 pp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: She wears tight fighting clothing, which leaves very little to the imagination. Her attire stands in sharp contrast to her hand crossbow, which is beautifully polished and possesses an ornate carving of a clover on it. Her chestnut hair is greasy and uncared for. She has several tiny sapphire earrings on each ear.

Personality: She speaks before she thinks and is too direct. She always tries to repair and not replace. It was this mentality that drove her into the Spice Merchant business.

History: Olivia was born in the north. At a young age she loved to build and create. She was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. Her spouse died of illness and she inherited everything. She has built up a small fortune and can afford her own way.

Motivation: She has money and likes to spend it; and to prove her worth to the world

Ideals: Fighting, Persistence. Flaws: Ugly, Impulsive. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: 9000 gp. An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (130 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (130 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1600 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1900 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (400 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1100 gp). Gold music box (2000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (130 gp). A pair of blacksmith’s puzzle; each has a pair of interlocked iron designs that users try to take apart and put back together (80 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (6000 gp). A delicate silver chain set with a tourmaline (80 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (130 gp). Solid gold idol (1100 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1600 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: Her right thumb is blackened and bruised, but otherwise she appears quite healthy. She dresses well, wearing violet shirts, loose pants, and blazers most of the time. Sporting a brown mohawk this woman's hair draws a lot of attention. She has a tattooed face.

Personality: She hates Half-Elves with a passion. As such she is filled with self loathing. Birel enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for her love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: Sold as a small child to a brothel owner, Birel was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. She eventually earned her freedom when her former master disappeared. Before the accident, she was one of the most outspoken anti-Half-Orc activists. She was mortally wounded, saved by a kind and fast-acting Half-Orc doctor. She left for the east, certain she would find work there.

Motivation: Half-Orc compassion; and a strong sense of loyalty to half-orc people

Flaws: Racist, Hedonist. Bonds: Attractive, Mentor, Immigrant. Occupation: Mason

Voice: Soothing and warm

Possessions: 1000 gp. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A woman of a pale complexion, she is wearing a long, pastel cloak. Her yellow fur is braided into rings. Her voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: She is envious of other's things. She hoards treasure, art, food, wine, and anything that she so desires. Further she is a bit of a stoner and is frequently out of it.

History: Nimble lived on a farm with her mother, near the main road leading to a nearby town. Before the accident, she was one of the most outspoken anti-Dwarven activists. She was mortally wounded, saved by a kind and fast-acting Dwarven doctor. She has been saving her money to try and buy her sister's freedom.

Motivation: She wants to meet her childhood hero; and marry her sister to traveling adventurers

Flaws: Insane, Greedy, Addict, Racist. Bonds: Family, Adventurer. Occupation: Beggar

Voice: Pronounces O like U

Possessions: 1500 pp. Golden circlet with four aquamarines (3000 gp). Jeweled anklet (3000 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (140 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (2000 gp). A detailed rose, with petals and thorns, constructed of silver and electrum (60 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (140 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (500 gp). Solid gold idol (1200 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1200 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (2400 gp). An elaborate, whalebone scrimshaw carving of intertwined orbs, each showing the legend of creation story (60 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (140 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1700 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1200 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (500 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (500 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (140 gp). Gold music box (3000 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This woman is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. She wears a fancy red dress. She keeps her black hair in a pixie cut. Judging by the bloodshot nature of her eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine she has not slept for days.

Personality: She is not truly malevolent, but she is obsessed with painting. She constantly tries to fill her life with painting. She is cautious and jumpy. She reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

History: She was born to loving parents in a slum to the west. She took every job she could get her hands on, but the opportunities for Halflings in the west were limited. She has never given up on her painting dream.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep; and she is wracked by social anxiety

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Insomniac, Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Poor. Occupation: Slave Trader

Voice: Old Prospector

Possessions: 9000 gp. Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (300 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (60 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1800 gp). A life-sized copper and silver statuette of a cockatrice. (80 gp). Solid gold idol (1200 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1800 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (4000 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (60 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (600 gp). A delicate silver chain set with a tourmaline (80 gp).