Description: A man of a pale complexion, he is perpetually draped in fineries, but all of this concealed by his earthly robes.. He has shaved his head bald. He was beautiful and young once, which still shows through his age, but it is a faded beauty.

Personality: He fancies himself a trickster and likes to rely on his wits to carry the day. He cares for his older siblings and likes to be recognized by them. He is motivated by money and will often try and persuade people to work for cheap. He haggles over everything, upselling his goods and buying cheap. He is persistent in everything.

History: He was raised by priests from a young age. He couldn't stand his childhood mentor and eventually formed a pact with his mentor's previously failed apprentice to rebel. When their plan failed the mentor lashed out against both of them and fled. He has since lost track of the people in his past.

Motivation: Regain custody of his son; and retire the richest man in the east

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Bonds: Attractive, Family, Religious, Mentor. Occupation: Jeweler

Voice: Sleepy voice

Possessions: 500 pp. Silver pearl (110 gp). Alexandrite (300 gp). Amethyst (110 gp). Blue sapphire (700 gp). Obsidian (15 gp). Moss agate (15 gp). Alexandrite (300 gp). Jet (110 gp). Amethyst (110 gp). Red-brown spinel (110 gp). Obsidian (15 gp). Golden yellow topaz (300 gp). Bloodstone (70 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A woman with thick toned arms and a paunchy gut. She wears white leather gloves, a white jacket, and tight pants. Her hair is cut close to her head. 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 is however greedy and will demand payment and proof of collateral's value and will produce a merchant's scale to make sure she is not cheated out of a speck.

History: Jasmine was raised in a hard working conservative environment. When she came of age, she joined a caravan that would eventually take her to the capital. She would practice along the way and, when she arrived, be apprenticed to a Spy. She now has a substantial network of resources ranging from contacts to ships to peers.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep.

Ideals: Athletic, Impeccable, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Spy

Voice: Spanish accent

Possessions: 3000 gp. Banded agate (13 gp). Alexandrite (1200 gp). Lapis lazuli (13 gp). Lapis lazuli (13 gp). Citrine (60 gp). Deep blue spinel (1200 gp). Deep blue spinel (1200 gp). Fire opal (800 gp). Chalcedony (60 gp). Citrine (60 gp). Malachite (13 gp). Violet garnet (1200 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: An older woman who wears baggy green pantaloons and a brown scarf, she is not a threatening figure. Her brown hair is unkempt and raggedy. Her face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. Her spectacle hidden eyes are a deep silver.

Personality: She barks her statements quickly and with little fuss. She prefers small words and is at her heart utilitarian. She will often invite strangers home for dinner and talk their ears off. She cares deeply for her spouse and does her best to make sure her guests look presentable.

History: Astaro was born to in a poor docking district. She spent her early days working in the same smith shop her mother was employed at, doing general labor. When money was particularly tight she was walking through alleys when she overheard a Interpreter hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. She made her way to the other competitor and parlayed her knowledge into a job. Since then, she has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: She is greedy.

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly, Terse. Bonds: Poor, In love. Occupation: Interpreter

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 1000 gp. Amethyst (60 gp). Jasper (40 gp). White pearl (60 gp). Alexandrite (300 gp). Azurite (12 gp). Deep blue spinel (300 gp). Rich purple corundum (1500 gp). Moss agate (12 gp). Jade (60 gp). Peridot (40 gp). Chrysoprase (40 gp). Freshwater pearl (12 gp). Rose (40 gp). Blue sapphire (1500 gp). Eye agate (12 gp). Amethyst (60 gp). Lapis lazuli (12 gp). Smoky quartz (40 gp). Chrysoprase (40 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This woman is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. She likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. Her dark red hair is lengthy. Her face is full, her cheeks are rosy, and she always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in her silver eyes.

Personality: She is quite rude, and likes to deride her opponents skill and shout insults at them. She is a great chef.

History: She got into the Mortician business at a young age. She always admired martial-users and wanted to develop the talent, but never had the affinity for it. She now owns her own business.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor; and she'd like to take her coworkers down a peg

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Immigrant, Attractive, Job. Occupation: Mortician

Voice: Aggressive tone

Possessions: 6000 gp. Sard (80 gp). Jasper (80 gp). Alexandrite (200 gp). Moss agate (10 gp). Blue sapphire (1100 gp). Sard (80 gp). Red-brown spinel (50 gp). Sard (80 gp). Black star sapphire (1100 gp). Jet (50 gp). Moss agate (10 gp). Chrysoberyl (50 gp). Jet (50 gp). Golden yellow topaz (200 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A woman of a pale complexion, she wears a well pressed and immaculate suit (or dress). Her black hair has been sun bleached extensively. She has gleaming, smiling black eyes.

Personality: She seems absolutely devoid of it. She stares off into space and will respond with overly literal and minimalist answers to questions. She invites people to come help in her community garden.

History: Gifted from a young age, Shava studied abroad. She couldn't stand her childhood mentor and eventually formed a pact with her mentor's previously failed apprentice to rebel. When their plan failed the mentor lashed out against both of them and fled. Unlike her family, who was content to work in a sleepy main town, she wanted to work in the city. She has been working here for the past few years.

Motivation: Revenge; and someone believes her a fraud

Ideals: Philantrophist, Gifted. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Mentor, Enemies. Occupation: Performer

Voice: Irish accent

Possessions: 5000 gp. Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (80 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (200 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: With grey face paint in a stripe pattern across his face, he tends to wear a large tan jacket. He has done his best to style his black hair to look like a famous performer. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: He is irascible and easily irritated. He is obsessed with a lost civilization.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. At a young age he wooed the heart of his future spouse and the two had a long relationship before they wed. He is searching for what he claims is his rightful reward.

Motivation: To prove his worth to the world; and he wants to meet his childhood hero

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Antagonistic, Insane, Impulsive. Bonds: Adventurer, In love. Occupation: Laborer

Voice: Speaks with lower jaw sticking out

Possessions: 8000 gp. A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (180 gp). Jeweled gold crown (4000 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (300 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (600 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (180 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (300 gp). A silver and pearl hairclip (80 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (180 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (500 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (500 gp).

Description: She is wearing dark clothing and a heavy breastplate, keeping many of her physical features obscured. Her tied-back hair is silver. Her thin eyebrows rest above her beady violet eyes.

Personality: She is extraordinarily passive and rarely speaks, let alone speaks her mind. She passes on several rewards to people in need. She makes a point to leave places better than she found them.

History: Gifted from a young age, Kathra studied abroad. She has chosen to use the inheritance that was left to her frivolously. She has built up a small fortune and can afford her own way.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and she has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Philantrophist, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Junk Dealer

Voice: Old Prospector

Possessions: 13000 gp. Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (60 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (60 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (600 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1800 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1800 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (60 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1800 gp). Jeweled gold crown (7000 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (800 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (800 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (300 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1800 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (300 gp). Finely wrought small gold bracelet (20 gp). Solid gold idol (800 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (5000 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.