Description: This tall, slender woman wears skinny pants and wears a grey and white robe with the hood down. Her blonde hair has been sun bleached extensively. Her voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: She is a pretentious jerk insisting that modern society is full of problems and should revert to a simpler time. Her temper goes off on the smallest of things. She tends to lash out at those around her.

History: She was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. She found a children's book about a Dwarf Druid who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. She modeled her life after the story, seeing herself destined a hero. She came across an abandoned tomb where she found a relic that called out to her. After picking it up she was cursed by a spirit.

Motivation: She wants to get laid; and she would like to get married and retire

Flaws: Insane, Antagonistic, Disease. Bonds: Adventurer, Has a crush. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Gruff and masculine

Possessions: 400 pp. Blue star sapphire (1400 gp). Eye agate (10 gp). Blue sapphire (1400 gp). Deep blue spinel (400 gp). Red-brown spinel (60 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This man dresses in red turtlenecks beneath a brown coat with black slacks. He has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized amethyst on his left hand. His hair is silver, silky, and of moderate length. This violet eyed easterner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: He snorts whenever he laughs or is feeling confident. He dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. His biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: He comes from a rich eastern family. In his formative years he discovered how persuasive he was. He began using that to his advantage selling useless wares at inflated prices. He has recently attracted an admirer that believes he's playing hard to get.

Motivation: He's in love; and retire the richest man in the east

Ideals: Logical, Entrepeneur. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Has a crush. Occupation: Priest

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: 3000 gp. Lapis lazuli (14 gp). Deep blue spinel (1100 gp). Onyx (70 gp). Chrysoprase (70 gp). Rock crystal (70 gp). Azurite (14 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (14 gp). Hematite (14 gp). Hematite (14 gp). Sardonyx (70 gp). Deep blue spinel (1100 gp). Fire opal (500 gp). Chrysoprase (70 gp). Blue sapphire (500 gp).

Description: A man with a warm, jovial air about him, he usually wears his grey robe and has his nunchaku always slung over his shoulder. His silver hair is still thick. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: He is almost excessively polite to everyone, even when angry. He works hard and plays hard.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Carter hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. He has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: He wants random interesting trinkets and junk, hates to throw anything away; and retire the richest man in the north

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Shy, Hedonist, Greedy. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Carter

Voice: Forgets to breathe while speaking

Possessions: 2000 gp. Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (500 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp). Solid gold idol (200 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (500 gp). Jeweled gold crown (3000 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (500 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (800 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This malnourished man wears a robe, a symbol of the four houses of cards around his neck, and a spear on his belt. His hair is always cut to a buzz. He has gleaming, smiling gray eyes.

Personality: Confrontational and typically high on some drug or another. He is kind towards other men and children and will generally offer men help without question. Others will generally need to prove themselves to him.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious eastern family, he was no stranger to responsibility. His mother was supposedly a charlatan fortune teller, but he insists his mother was legitimate. He's since become an addict/alcoholic.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs; and he has a rivalry with the church that dominates his actions

Ideals: Fighting, Philantrophist. Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Poor, Religious. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Dutch accent

Possessions: 8000 gp. Star rose quartz (20 gp). Obsidian (11 gp). Smoky quartz (20 gp). Amethyst (80 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He usually wears his black robe and has his greataxe always slung over his shoulder. He cuts an attractive figure and his suit of old armor is well cared for even if it is obsolete. He keeps his scarlet crest in a flapper bob. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his gold eyes.

Personality: He hates Dragonborns with a passion. As such he is filled with self loathing. He enjoys reading and quiet.

History: He grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. Before the accident, he was one of the most outspoken anti-Halfling activists. He was mortally wounded, saved by a kind and fast-acting Halfling doctor. Unlike his family, who was content to work in a sleepy main town, he wanted to work in the city. He has been working here for the past few years.

Motivation: A strong sense of loyalty to Halfling people; and to end his boredom

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Racist, Mundane. Bonds: Attractive. Occupation: Barrister

Voice: Shortens vowels

Possessions: 900 pp. Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1100 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (200 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (200 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (900 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: An imposing woman with a heavy stainless steel prosthetic right leg, she wears skinny pants and wears a grey and brown robe with the hood down. She has done her best to style her black hair to look like a famous performer. Judging by the bloodshot nature of her eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine she has not slept for days.

Personality: Here is a woman who knows she is the smartest in the room. She talks down to others constantly. She invites people to come help in her community garden.

History: Born to a poor family in the city she treasured whatever gifts she got. Her father was very strict, and drilled into her lessons on being the perfect lady. She hasn't been sleeping well lately.

Motivation: She feels the way she acts is they only way to get by in the world.

Ideals: Impeccable, Philantrophist. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Engraver

Voice: Aggressive tone

Possessions: 3000 gp. Solid gold idol (1100 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (100 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (700 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1200 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1100 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (500 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (160 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (700 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). Gold music box (3000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). A life-sized copper and silver statuette of a cockatrice. (40 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (160 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: She has a missing right arm. She wears a violet cloak and cross-gartered white stockings. Her hair is brown and very short. Her eyes are likewise gray.

Personality: She considers herself the protector of her home. She feels this is her duty and calling. The war was a terrible time for her, and Katherine does not often speak of it. When she does, she does so with a strained expression and tears in her eyes.

History: From birth she was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. Her mother was a soldier and died while she was still young. Katherine was left her mother's suit of armor and trained in its use and care. She has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: To protect her home; and to clean up the streets

Flaws: Depressed. Bonds: Guardian, Military, Mentor. Occupation: Tailor

Voice: pre-pubescent

Possessions: 5000 gp. Smoky quartz (20 gp). Aquamarine (1400 gp). Tourmaline (90 gp). Iolite (20 gp). Chrysoprase (20 gp). Banded agate (5 gp). Brown-green garnet (90 gp). Red spinel (90 gp). Violet garnet (1400 gp). Eye agate (5 gp). Blue sapphire (1600 gp). Malachite (5 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (5 gp). Amber (90 gp).