Description: This man is unhealthily muscled, almost every single one of his veins is visible when he is not flexing. His shirts and pants tend to be short and undersized for him due to the difficulty of finding a good tailor. He has styled his chestnut hair well, parting it to the left. He was beautiful and young once, which still shows through his age, but it is a faded beauty.

Personality: He does not believe in betrayal or weakness as things to be tolerated. He does not regard money as being a problem because it has never been a problem for him. He lives in a bit of an ivory tower believing all problems are one quick intervention away from being solved.

History: He comes from a rich eastern family. He inherited a moderately successful company from his father. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. Recently a tribe of dire rats attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Himo fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: He uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs; and wants to work out more often

Ideals: Fighting, Athletic, Justice. Bonds: Attractive, Rich. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Soft and melodious

Possessions: 4000 gp. Sardonyx (60 gp). Jade (90 gp). Smoky quartz (60 gp). Brown-green garnet (90 gp). Chrysoprase (60 gp). Jade (90 gp). Peridot (60 gp).

Description: This man stands a little under 3'1" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He wears a faded coat and loose pants complete with small hat. He has wavy silver hair. His ears are large.

Personality: He is irascible and easily irritated. He has a cruel streak; something he gained from his previous mentor. He harbors resentment against his former mentor.

History: His parents moved while he was still in utero so he is the first generation to be born here. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Spice Merchant work with an outfit from a few towns over. Spice Merchant work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern.

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Mentor, Immigrant, Job. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Excited and jittery

Possessions: 10000 gp. Sapphire pendant on gold chain (800 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (120 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (2200 gp). A delicate brass dragon egg (20 gp). Solid gold idol (1000 gp). Gold music box (2000 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (120 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (600 gp). Old masterpiece painting (2200 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (120 gp). A finely crafted rug of intricate, geometric designs worked with silver threading (20 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (600 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (600 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (120 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (600 gp). Gold music box (2000 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (120 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (500 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (6000 gp).

Description: This late middle aged man wears a lot of dark rich colors, with gold accents and is in decent physical shape. He has dark red hair. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his white eyes.

Personality: He is quiet and unassuming. He ignores others and carries on with his job unassumingly. He also hits on women, regardless of circumstances.

History: Sammal was born in the north. At a young age he loved to build and create. Brilliant and gifted he never wanted to apply himself. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor.

Ideals: Persistence, Gifted. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Has a crush. Occupation: Fortune-teller

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 12000 gp. Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (800 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (800 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2500 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1100 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). A finely crafted rug of intricate, geometric designs worked with silver threading (100 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (2500 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (5000 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (30 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (30 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1100 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (300 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (30 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1100 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (300 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (300 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (30 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (3000 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (300 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: Wearing a closed helm and plate, one would not know what he was had he not made sure his armor was more form fitting than normal. Outside of the suit he is generally well dressed albeit a few years behind the times. His red hair is braided into rings. His face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. His spectacle hidden eyes are a deep silver.

Personality: He likes to brag about his accomplishments and constantly tries to beat others to the punch. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: He was born into a rich family. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. 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 has money and likes to spend it.

Ideals: Passionate. Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Attractive, Rich. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Thin and wheezing

Possessions: 8000 gp. Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1000 gp). Jeweled gold crown (7000 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1000 gp). Solid gold idol (1000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). A delicate silver chain set with a tourmaline (10 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1800 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). A life-sized copper and silver statuette of a cockatrice. (10 gp). Jeweled anklet (4000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (600 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1800 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1000 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1000 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1800 gp). Solid gold idol (1000 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (170 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This woman wears a pastel armored body suit, with a simple yellow line shooting up and back down. She is muscular with a powerful set of arms. Her beige fur is lengthy. Her yellow eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: She is overprotective of those who hire her services. She will do just about anything if she becomes convinced it is for someone's true love, of this she is easily convinced.

History: Gifted from a young age, Dagger studied abroad. She was an adventurer many years ago and she formed a blood bond with her Gnomish companion (her 'brother'). She has drifted apart from her friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature flail.

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

Ideals: Gifted. Bonds: Guardian, Has a crush, Adventurer. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Loud with bravado

Possessions: 7000 gp. An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (40 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (40 gp).

Description: This woman is tall and muscular. She is wearing colorful clothing, dressed as a Mercenary. She wears her hair in dreadlocks. Her blue eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: She has a massive crush on the younger sibling of the Mercenary who has hired her part-time. She would rather hide behind her crafts than deal with other people.

History: Born to a poor family in the city she treasured whatever gifts she got. She was a friend to animals and a trickster. In her defense of animals however she would do severe harm to people. She bought a club and has really upped her game hunting, due to her understanding of decoy and ambush.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often; and she wants to get laid

Ideals: Athletic, Artistic. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Has a crush, Poor, Nature. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: Spanish accent

Possessions: 4000 gp. Hematite (11 gp). Jasper (30 gp). Golden yellow topaz (500 gp). Golden yellow topaz (500 gp). Aquamarine (500 gp). Rhodochrosite (11 gp). Emerald (1500 gp). Violet garnet (500 gp). Deep green spinel (150 gp). Freshwater pearl (11 gp). Deep blue spinel (500 gp). Golden yellow topaz (500 gp). Blue quartz (11 gp). Peridot (30 gp). Sardonyx (30 gp). Hematite (11 gp). Violet garnet (500 gp). Golden yellow topaz (500 gp). Smoky quartz (30 gp). Red garnet (150 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This man is very fat, and does not wear sleeves and tends to eschew shirts when he can avoid it. He keeps his auburn hair in a pixie cut. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: In the realm of puns, he cannot help himself. He feels obliged to make them. He is terrible with names forgetting people's names several times before they finally stick; this causes him no end of embarrassment.

History: The child of eastern immigrants he idolized his mother. He was a friend to animals and a trickster. In his defense of animals however he would do severe harm to people. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: He uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs; and he is wracked by social anxiety

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Ugly, Forgetful. Bonds: Immigrant, Nature. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: 11000 gp. Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Solid gold idol (1100 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (400 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (2000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (2000 gp). 1 Medium magic item.