Description: This woman wears a black costume with the symbols of the four houses of cards on her torso, and sports empty pouches on her belt. She wears her golden hair up in a very large beehive style do. Her blue eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: She considers herself the perfect lady. She makes a point to always show proper etiquette and frequently critiques the etiquette of others. She is harsh and unforgiving.

History: Volen was born the youngest of three triplets. Her mother was a soldier and died while she was still young. Volen was left her mother's suit of armor and trained in its use and care. By chance she met her sister recently and the two have been together since.

Motivation: She wants to meet her childhood hero; and her spouse's relatives view her with great suspicion

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Adventurer, Family, Military. Occupation: Dyer

Voice: Deep voice with rolling R's

Possessions: 4000 gp. Rose (80 gp). Rhodochrosite (10 gp). Coral (100 gp). Amethyst (100 gp). Eye agate (10 gp). Deep green spinel (100 gp). Obsidian (10 gp). Black pearl (200 gp). White pearl (100 gp). Hematite (10 gp). Blue sapphire (1200 gp). Star ruby (1200 gp). Clear bright green emerald (6000 gp). Jasper (80 gp). Malachite (10 gp). Blue sapphire (1200 gp). Black pearl (200 gp). Rock crystal (80 gp). Jet (100 gp). Jasper (80 gp). Red spinel (100 gp). Rhodochrosite (10 gp). Iolite (80 gp). Amethyst (100 gp). Azurite (10 gp). Smoky quartz (80 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This man is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down. He is muscular with a powerful set of arms. His hair is short and red. He has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. He wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: He acts crazy and hedonistic. He is a font of random trivia from the lore and stories he has discovered

History: When he was but 5 years old his parents immigrated from the east. He took every job he could get his hands on, but the opportunities for Tieflings in the east were limited. He's since become an addict/alcoholic.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of his brother; and doesn't want to be a mason and was forced into it by his family

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Hedonist, Addict. Bonds: Immigrant, Family. Occupation: Mason

Voice: Spits and sputters

Possessions: Chalcedony (30 gp). Amethyst (100 gp). Malachite (5 gp). Azurite (5 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (5 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (800 gp). Jade (100 gp). Amethyst (100 gp). Golden yellow topaz (500 gp). Blue quartz (5 gp). Blue sapphire (800 gp). Golden yellow topaz (500 gp). Amber (100 gp). Smoky quartz (30 gp). Obsidian (5 gp). Golden yellow topaz (500 gp). Chrysoberyl (100 gp). Chalcedony (30 gp). 1 Major magic item.

Description: A stocky darker skinned man, he wears a suit in poor condition. It has not been laundered in sometime and has been worn in activities one would not normally wear a suit during. He has moderate length auburn hair. His eyes are brown and he is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: Here is a man who knows he is the smartest in the room. He talks down to others constantly. He tends to be very friendly, and is drawn to music, the smells of food and wine, and out-door festivals.

History: He was born on a small isolated farm. A few years later when the west was not economically sound they moved to his current location. He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him.

Ideals: Impeccable, Optimist. Bonds: Adventurer, Nature, Immigrant. Occupation: Beggar

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 1800 pp. Deep green spinel (150 gp). Moss agate (7 gp). Alexandrite (200 gp). Lapis lazuli (7 gp). Aquamarine (200 gp). Smoky quartz (30 gp). Zircon (30 gp). Violet garnet (200 gp). Blue quartz (7 gp). Fire opal (700 gp). Violet garnet (200 gp). Rose (30 gp). Chrysoberyl (150 gp). Aquamarine (200 gp). Jade (150 gp). Jet (150 gp). Deep blue spinel (200 gp). Rock crystal (30 gp). Lapis lazuli (7 gp). Malachite (7 gp). Blue sapphire (700 gp). Hematite (7 gp). Alexandrite (200 gp). Deep blue spinel (200 gp). Peridot (30 gp). Blue quartz (7 gp). Blue quartz (7 gp). Violet garnet (200 gp). Alexandrite (200 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (7 gp). Alexandrite (200 gp). Brown-green garnet (150 gp). Violet garnet (200 gp). 1 Major magic item.

Description: He wears a tan vest with golden trim over his white shirt. His violet leather gloves and pants are well-kept, and his tan boots flare out at the collars. His hair is chestnut and curly. He has several tiny amethyst earrings on each ear.

Personality: Aggressive, abrasive, and angry, Paggen embodies much of what other species detest in the Gnomes. Paggen enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for his love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: He was raised in a white middle class family as the only child. His first spouse was a Layabout, they had one daughter, but his spouse won total custody. Without his spouse to temper him he grew out of control. He has since lost track of the people in his past.

Motivation: His spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion.

Flaws: Antagonistic, Hedonist, Mundane. Bonds: Rich, Family. Occupation: Bowyer

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: 8000 gp. Jeweled electrum ring (2000 gp). Carved bone or ivory statuette (50 gp). Silver ewer (50 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (600 gp). Solid gold idol (200 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A hulking woman with gigantic muscles, she is dressed in an above average manner. Her gray fur is heavily combed to the left. She tend to wears goggles to shield her eyes.

Personality: In the realm of puns, she cannot help herself. She feels obliged to make them. She will pursue extreme courses of action in the short term, confident that they cannot fail.

History: She was raised by priests from a young age. From her teen years she was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on her. As of late she has set up a hidden staging nest where she ambushes people she hires for escort.

Motivation: Her religion dominates her actions; and to prove her worth to the world

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Attractive, Religious, Mentor. Occupation: Cook

Voice: Australian accent

Possessions: 10000 gp.

Description: A woman with a warm, jovial air about her, she wears tight fighting clothing, which leaves very little to the imagination. She has done her best to style her black hair to look like a famous performer. She has a dull look in her blue eyes.

Personality: Aside from being a little slow due to sleep deprivation she is generally quite perceptive. She notices little details and can draw good conclusions from them. She invented a lineage for herself and claims to be descended from several legendary heroes.

History: She was born in the east, but her parents moved at a very young age to the north. She was a friend to animals and a trickster. In her defense of animals however she would do severe harm to people. 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 desires power and/or immortality; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Adventurer, Immigrant, Nature. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: 2000 pp. Lapis lazuli (6 gp). Freshwater pearl (6 gp). Alexandrite (600 gp). Alexandrite (600 gp). Moonstone (20 gp). Deep blue spinel (600 gp). Amber (150 gp). Golden yellow topaz (600 gp). Deep blue spinel (600 gp). Peridot (20 gp). Pink diamond (6000 gp). Star rose quartz (20 gp). Lapis lazuli (6 gp).

Description: She wears light armors faded through time and improper care. She sports blonde long hair. Her ears are large.

Personality: She is shy and timid. She has not had much interaction with people and is skittish around them. She passes on several rewards to people in need. She makes a point to leave places better than she found them.

History: Sold as a small child to a brothel owner, Carlin was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. She eventually earned her freedom when her former master disappeared. A gypsy cursed her at a young age, leading to her ugly appearance. She was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and retire the richest woman in the south

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Mentor. Occupation: Dyer

Voice: Jittery and nervous

Possessions: 12000 gp. A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (130 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (400 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (500 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (500 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (400 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (130 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (400 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (500 gp).