Description: This man is very fat, and wears a blue cloak and cross-gartered black stockings. His silver hair and beard is wavy and long. He has brown eyes and a blue hat with a black feather.

Personality: Aramil hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate him. It was this clingy personality that held back his poetry career. Aramil enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for his love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: The child of northern immigrants he idolized his mother. He struck it rich when he found rare goods in large quantities. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: He is greedy; and he is being blackmailed/forced/etc and this influences his actions

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Hedonist. Bonds: Immigrant, Rich. Occupation: Assassin

Voice: Pronounces difficult words wrong

Possessions: 11000 gp. Azurite (13 gp). Moss agate (13 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (700 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (13 gp). Tourmaline (50 gp). White pearl (50 gp). Lapis lazuli (13 gp). Star rose quartz (80 gp). Coral (50 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (13 gp). Zircon (80 gp). Pink pearl (50 gp). White pearl (50 gp). Azurite (13 gp). Hematite (13 gp). Rose (80 gp). Pink pearl (50 gp). Black star sapphire (700 gp). Rich purple corundum (700 gp). Sard (80 gp). Moonstone (80 gp). 1 Major magic item.

Description: Dark and lean, she is a relatively plain woman. She wears a white collared shirt and grey skirt. She accessorizes with a yellow scarf around the waist and a strap diagonally across her shirt. Her black hair is unkempt and raggedy. This brown eyed westerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: Eccentric and domineering, Gynnie will drive conversation. She is a font of random trivia from the lore and stories she has discovered

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. A gypsy cursed her at a young age, leading to her ugly appearance. She routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and regain custody of her son

Ideals: Extrovert, Logical, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Bricklayer

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: 6000 gp. Coral (50 gp). Obsidian (5 gp). Alexandrite (1400 gp). Moss agate (5 gp). Deep blue spinel (1400 gp). Eye agate (5 gp). Black star sapphire (400 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (5 gp). Chalcedony (60 gp). Jade (50 gp). Moonstone (60 gp). Chalcedony (60 gp). Eye agate (5 gp). Chrysoprase (60 gp). Eye agate (5 gp). White opal (400 gp). Deep blue spinel (1400 gp). Tourmaline (50 gp). Eye agate (5 gp). Zircon (60 gp). Black pearl (1400 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This tall, slender man is typically in his Courier uniform. His golden hair and beard is wavy and long. His ears are large.

Personality: Here is a man who knows he is the smartest in the room. He talks down to others constantly. He is obsessed with a lost civilization.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. In his formative years he discovered how persuasive he was. He began using that to his advantage selling useless wares at inflated prices. He inherited the family business which he has now maintained for 3 years.

Motivation: Meet up once more with his childhood friend; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Impeccable, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Hissing voice

Possessions: A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (40 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1000 gp). Solid gold idol (1000 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (40 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (500 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (40 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (100 gp). Jeweled gold crown (8000 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This man dresses like a well dressed Barkeep does, and sports empty pouches on his belt. His hair is short and golden. He is missing an eye and his face is severely sunburned. His one remaining eye shines green.

Personality: He will use flattery and sarcasm to attack and weaken his opponents. Despite his formidable combat skills he remains a coward. He takes great joy in being the best Barkeep in town.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious northern family, he was no stranger to responsibility. While studying, he fell in love. They married and had a son. He struck the Barkeep job and began his own company from there.

Motivation: He has a rivalry with the Church that dominates his actions; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job, Religious, In love. Occupation: Barkeep

Voice: Low rumbling, strings words together

Possessions: 6000 gp. Fire opal (1000 gp). Black pearl (600 gp). Amber (80 gp). Rich purple corundum (1000 gp). Golden yellow topaz (600 gp). Eye agate (12 gp). Blue quartz (12 gp). Malachite (12 gp). Red garnet (80 gp). Pink pearl (80 gp). Golden yellow topaz (600 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (12 gp). Golden pearl (80 gp). Coral (80 gp). Rhodochrosite (12 gp). Golden pearl (80 gp). Obsidian (12 gp). Deep blue spinel (600 gp). Golden yellow topaz (600 gp). White pearl (80 gp). Azurite (12 gp). Tourmaline (80 gp). Red-brown spinel (80 gp). Azurite (12 gp). Freshwater pearl (12 gp). Tourmaline (80 gp). Pink pearl (80 gp).

Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He wears black leather gloves, a black jacket, and tight pants. His dark red hair is thinning but still full. This red eyed southerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: He is quiet and anti-social and can barely make it a few minutes in conversation before his hampering stammer kicks in. He is a big fan of imagination and believes people should spend more time reading and writing.

History: Born to a Bather, his father struggled to pay the bills. He took every job he could get his hands on, but the opportunities for Tieflings in the south were limited. By chance he met his sister recently and the two have been together since.

Motivation: To reunite with his absent father.

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Immigrant, Poor, Family. Occupation: Fortune-teller

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 900 pp. Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (800 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (30 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1500 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (30 gp). Silver ewer (10 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (800 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (400 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (7000 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1600 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (30 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1500 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (400 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 (10 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (400 gp).

Description: He wears loose pants and a collared shirt complete with sweater beneath his coat. He is portly but not overly obese. He has a very tight haircut. His amber eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

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. Animals are drawn to him, and he is able to talk to them.

History: The child of a Shoemaker, who enjoyed hunting, Dayereth was taken on many hunting expeditions. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Banker work with an outfit from a few towns over. Banker work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: He'd like to take his coworkers down a peg; and he seems to be bored by most things

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Job, Nature, Rich. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: 6000 gp. Eye agate (4 gp). Malachite (4 gp). Amber (120 gp). Fire opal (1500 gp). Banded agate (4 gp). Carnelian (50 gp). Alexandrite (1200 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (4 gp). Star rose quartz (50 gp). Moonstone (50 gp). Rock crystal (50 gp). Freshwater pearl (4 gp).

Description: A stocky lighter skinned woman, she is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. She has moderate length auburn hair. Her face possesses mild wrinkles. Her smile is extraordinarily sincere though she does not smile often.

Personality: Always inclined to offer people food she seems plenty friendly. She cannot resist a sob story and will often dote over anyone who has one.

History: She was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. Cursed with a spirit at a very young age, Eloise has worked very hard to control her curse. She was forced to fight in gladiatorial arenas alongside her partner. They became the best of friends and one day they managed to break out together and then went their separate ways.

Motivation: She is greedy; and she has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Fighting, Philantrophist. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Slave, Rich. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Excited and jittery

Possessions: 400 pp. Embroidered and bejeweled glove (4000 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (130 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (700 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (130 gp). Solid gold idol (800 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (700 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (130 gp). Finely wrought small gold bracelet (50 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (900 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (4000 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (900 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. 1 Minor magic item.