Description: His left thumb is blackened and bruised, but otherwise he appears quite healthy. He typically wears a sleeveless long coat of deep grey leather and dull blue iron scale mail. His white hair is kept up in a ponytail inside a feathered hat. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: While he acts the brute, he is far gentler than he would appear. He is a great chef.

History: He was born in the west. 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 north. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: An old rival family wants him found; and he wants revenge against brigands

Ideals: Fighting, Gifted. Bonds: Immigrant, Family, Enemies. Occupation: Seamstress

Voice: Forgets to breathe while speaking

Possessions: 700 pp. Star ruby (800 gp). Moss agate (13 gp). Citrine (60 gp). Hematite (13 gp). Brown-green garnet (60 gp). Hematite (13 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He likes to wear yellow tank tops with blue pants. He is portly but not overly obese. His hair is golden and very short. This amber eyed westerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: He is filled with cunning. He likes to feign weakness letting people think he is weak. He is harsh and unforgiving.

History: He was born several months after his father was called into army service. His first spouse was a Performer, they had one son, but his spouse won total custody. Without his spouse to temper him he grew out of control. After a long history of fighting, Mindartis and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: He is terrified, and will act out of fear; and doesn't want to be a layabout and was forced into it by his family

Flaws: Secretive, Antagonistic, Fearful. Bonds: Military, Family. Occupation: Layabout

Voice: Thin and wheezing

Possessions: 11000 gp. Banded agate (16 gp). Deep blue spinel (1000 gp). Amethyst (130 gp). Obsidian (16 gp). Brown-green garnet (130 gp). Coral (130 gp). Eye agate (16 gp). Red-brown spinel (130 gp). Bloodstone (60 gp). Red-brown spinel (130 gp). Alexandrite (1000 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (16 gp). 1 Major magic item.

Description: She appears as an extremely gaunt Halfling, and stands approximately 2'8". She tends to wear a heavy leather apron. Coupled with her rolled up shirt sleeves this gives her a very relaxed look, and her gloved hand is found clutching a spear. Her chestnut hair is slicked back into a classic pompadour. She wears a mask on her face.

Personality: She is a very happy person and has lots of energy. To put it simply, she's a very lovable idiot. She is a bit of a macho woman and will challenge people to random contests of strength and skill, and invite them to random hunting and fishing trip.

History: She was born into a rich family. She made a point of taking high paying jobs and getting most of it up front. When she grew older, she became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. She began work as a mercenary for hire. She would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: She's looking for her big break; and she wants revenge against goblins

Ideals: Optimist, Fighting. Bonds: Nature, Rich, Adventurer, Enemies. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Soothing and warm

Possessions: 1200 pp. White pearl (110 gp). Obsidian (12 gp). Golden yellow topaz (200 gp). Alexandrite (200 gp). Chrysoprase (20 gp). Black pearl (200 gp). Emerald (700 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.

Description: This man is very fat, and wears a robe, a symbol of his god around his neck, and a sword on his belt. His silver hair is smooth and relatively long. His eyes are red and beady.

Personality: He tends to agree with only himself unless someone else's opinion sounds like he can profit from it. He tries to control his temper but he can't always stop himself from what he feels what must be done. He has a habit of throwing himself into exceedingly dangerous situations.

History: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. His parents divorced when he was young, and his mother gained full cudstody. He was regularly beaten by his mother, who blamed him for driving them apart. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC.

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Impulsive, Disease. Occupation: Armorer

Voice: Thin and wheezing

Possessions: 3000 gp. Black pearl (1400 gp). Onyx (50 gp). Black pearl (1400 gp). Aquamarine (1400 gp). Emerald (800 gp). Chalcedony (50 gp). Sard (50 gp). Jade (80 gp). Alexandrite (1400 gp). 1 Major magic item.

Description: Relatively heavier built than your average woman, she is not imposing. She prefers to wear flannel. She has no hair. She wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: She considers herself the protector of her home. She feels this is her duty and calling. She lacks restraint and is impulsive. She jumps in and acts without thinking all too often.

History: Her history is one of pain. She was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves her parents kept. She was an adventurer many years ago and she formed a blood bond with her Half-Elven companion (her 'brother'). She has dedicated herself to building a better world.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark.

Flaws: Ugly, Impulsive. Bonds: Guardian, Slave, Adventurer. Occupation: Sculptor

Voice: Hard of hearing, loud

Possessions: 3000 gp. Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (300 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (300 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (80 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1000 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (80 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1400 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1000 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1000 gp).

Description: A plain young-adult man, he wears a blue shirt with thin black vertical stripes and tan pants. His chestnut hair and beard is wavy and long. His gray unseeing eyes seem to look past you.

Personality: He shows great sympathy to all travelers. He's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. He invented a lineage for himself and claims to be descended from several legendary heroes.

History: Gifted from a young age, Laucian studied abroad. His father took him hunting and taught him how to get in the mind of other creatures. He has dedicated himself to building a better trade route.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and he wants to meet his childhood hero

Ideals: Philantrophist, Gifted. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Adventurer, Nature. Occupation: Detective

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

Possessions: 4000 gp. Cloth of gold vestments (120 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp). Solid gold idol (1100 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (120 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (120 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This woman likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. She is muscular with a powerful set of arms. Her fur is cinnamon and curly. Her hazel eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: Soft-spoken and well mannered, she has an amazing amount of patience and a slow boiling temper. She is always in debt, since she spends her money on lavish parties and gifts for friends

History: Born to a poor family in the city she treasured whatever gifts she got. She sought a place where she would be rewarded solely on the merits of her skills. This search led her directly into Spice Merchant work with an outfit from a few towns over. Spice Merchant work suited her well, and with each successful project, she earned more gold and more respect from her peers. She ran away from her former home and has been making her living as a Spice Merchant for the past few years.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved; and to be a seamstress again

Ideals: Disciplined, Optimist. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Poor, Job. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Rolls R's

Possessions: 800 pp. Sard (30 gp). Jacinth (2000 gp). Banded agate (13 gp). Alexandrite (1600 gp). White pearl (160 gp). Alexandrite (1600 gp). Pink pearl (160 gp). Onyx (30 gp). Azurite (13 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1600 gp). Black opal (600 gp). White pearl (160 gp). Silver pearl (160 gp). Jade (160 gp). Onyx (30 gp). Aquamarine (1600 gp). Tourmaline (160 gp). Rhodochrosite (13 gp). Rhodochrosite (13 gp). Jade (160 gp). Amber (160 gp). Jet (160 gp). Moss agate (13 gp). Silver pearl (160 gp). Moss agate (13 gp). Sardonyx (30 gp). Alexandrite (1600 gp). Deep blue spinel (1600 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.