Description: A woman with a warm, jovial air about her, she is wearing a long, violet cloak. Her hair is always cut to a buzz. Her thin eyebrows rest above her beady blue eyes.

Personality: She has a very dry and sarcastic sense of humor. She is not one for noise or eating so much, which is in direct contrast with her big mouthed big gutted partner. Her partner is her best friend in the world. The two are very close despite being more or less each other's opposites. She is terrible with names forgetting people's names several times before they finally stick; this causes her no end of embarrassment.

History: Althaea 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. Cursed with a spirit at a very young age, Althaea has worked very hard to control her curse. She became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: Marry her sister to traveling adventurers; and wants to raise her children well

Flaws: Ugly, Forgetful, Disease. Bonds: Adventurer, Poor, Family. Occupation: Miner

Voice: growls and snarls, animalistic

Possessions: 2000 gp. Violet garnet (700 gp). Alexandrite (700 gp). Black pearl (700 gp). Golden yellow topaz (700 gp). Deep blue spinel (700 gp). Jade (60 gp). Violet garnet (700 gp). Bloodstone (70 gp). Eye agate (13 gp). Silver pearl (60 gp). Tourmaline (60 gp). Zircon (70 gp). Obsidian (13 gp). Red-brown spinel (60 gp). Blue star sapphire (1400 gp). Deep blue spinel (700 gp). Sardonyx (70 gp). Jet (60 gp). Amber (60 gp). Deep green spinel (60 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.

Description: A woman with a cold, calculating air about her, she wears a well pressed and immaculate suit (or dress). She keeps her red hair in a flapper bob. Her face possesses mild wrinkles. Her smile is extraordinarily sincere though she does not smile often.

Personality: A skeptical and narcissistic woman, Melissa's first love is herself. Her second love is also herself. Flattery will make her almost putty in your hands.

History: She was born into a rich family. She was part of a huge silver rush, which was taken over by a mining company. The company confiscated a lot of silver, but the shipment was lost. 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: Her name or reputation has been wronged in the past by dire rats, and she desires to right it; and someone believes her a fraud

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Selfish. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer, Enemies. Occupation: Scribe

Voice: Jamaican accent

Possessions: 3000 gp. Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1100 gp). Jeweled anklet (4000 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1600 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1600 gp). Silver ewer (30 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (40 gp). Solid gold idol (1100 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (30 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1600 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (4000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1600 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: He is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down. He cuts an attractive figure and his suit of old armor is well cared for even if it is obsolete. His white hair and beard is wavy and long. He has brown eyes and a red hat with a white feather.

Personality: He is business-like. He takes instructions and follows them to the letter. He believes the world needs to unite to get rid of orcs once and for all.

History: Born to a Healer, his mother struggled to pay the bills. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to orcs demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: Many orcs want him driven away.

Ideals: Professionalism. Bonds: Attractive, Enemies, Poor. Occupation: Spy

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: 400 pp. Red-brown spinel (150 gp). Alexandrite (1100 gp). Rhodochrosite (7 gp). Alexandrite (1100 gp). Alexandrite (1100 gp). Golden pearl (150 gp). Eye agate (7 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (800 gp). Blue quartz (7 gp). Freshwater pearl (7 gp).

Description: This late middle aged man wears a simple burlap shirt and baggy pants. He conceals his dagger with his veritable burlap sack of a shirt and is in decent physical shape. He has golden hair. His eyes are likewise brown.

Personality: He is a Shepherd first and foremost. He believes firmly that knowledge should be universal. He can see the true alignment of people by looking at them, and uses this to pass judgement.

History: His parents moved while he was still in utero so he is the first generation to be born here. He was one of the best in his class, and was picked up by his current employer. He quickly showed his capability and was soon promoted to a head role. He left for the south, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: To unite with his sister; and expand his business

Ideals: Gifted. Bonds: Job, Immigrant, Family. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Scandinavian accent

Possessions: 3000 gp. Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1400 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1400 gp). A silver and pearl hairclip (50 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (80 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (4000 gp). Gold music box (4000 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (700 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: Dark and lean, he is a relatively plain man. He wears bulky black painted plate armor. He wears his hair in dreadlocks. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He goes out his way to put a smile on everyone's face. There's no-one he won't accept into his heart. He pushes his goals aggressively. He is also a coward if confronted.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Ruler hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. He inherited the family business which he has now maintained for 13 years.

Motivation: He loathes his own lifestyle; and sabotage a competitor

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Fearful, Depressed. Bonds: Poor, Job. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: High pitched, excited

Possessions: 1200 pp. Chalcedony (70 gp). Moonstone (70 gp). Blue quartz (16 gp). Jade (150 gp). Lapis lazuli (16 gp). Banded agate (16 gp). Black pearl (1100 gp). Rock crystal (70 gp). Rich purple corundum (1300 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1100 gp). Brown-green garnet (150 gp). Sardonyx (70 gp). Eye agate (16 gp). Onyx (70 gp). Blue quartz (16 gp). Blue sapphire (1300 gp). Lapis lazuli (16 gp). Silver pearl (150 gp). Zircon (70 gp). Rock crystal (70 gp). Red garnet (150 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (16 gp). Black pearl (1100 gp). Eye agate (16 gp). Blue-white diamond (5000 gp). Obsidian (16 gp). Azurite (16 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This tall, slender man wears black robes with leather pauldrons. Though occasionally he wears more armor. He prefers to carry a axe, but if one is not available he will default to his falchion. His crest is greying and his face has many wrinkles. His red eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. He has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: In the realm of puns, he cannot help himself. He feels obliged to make them. He takes great pride in his work and is very well organized. His planner is full of calendar events.

History: He served in the navy to pay for his family's outstanding loans. A gifted student he started as a Performer, but he got bored and became a Bellfounder. He became a Bellfounder soon after.

Motivation: Expand his business; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Job, Military. Occupation: Bellfounder

Voice: American accent

Possessions: 6000 gp. Silver comb with moonstones (200 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1600 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (200 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (60 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1600 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Solid gold idol (1200 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (600 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (60 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (600 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1600 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1600 gp). Jeweled gold crown (4000 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (60 gp).

Description: She wears dull brown sweaters, loose yellow pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath her sweater she keeps a concealed falchion, just in case. She has wavy lavender fur. Her thin eyebrows rest above her beady amber eyes.

Personality: She is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as she rather likes the sound of her voice. Her demeanor is somewhat feminine. She cannot resist a sob story and will often dote over anyone who has one.

History: She was always a brilliant, if unscrupulous mind. A gypsy cursed her at a young age, leading to her ugly appearance. She used her abilities to travel the world and help people.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved; and to share knowledge with the world

Ideals: Optimist, Philantrophist, Logical. Flaws: Ugly, Insane. Occupation: Engraver

Voice: Low range voice

Possessions: 2000 gp. Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (2000 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (4000 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (60 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.