Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he is renowned for his bright grey suits and hats. His hair is red and curly. His fierce gray eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: He is happy with his job as a Baker. He turns his eye from what people do, preferring to live and let live. Ernest enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for his love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. Ernest liked to wander the woods near his home when he was young, something he still likes to do at least once a week. He never liked modest clothing or shoes, so he would wander the woods barefoot and lightly dressed, and he developed a good sense of balance and learned how to climb and swim well. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and expand his business

Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Job, Rich, Nature. Occupation: Baker

Voice: Loud with bravado

Possessions: 600 pp. Chalcedony (70 gp). Banded agate (15 gp). Citrine (70 gp). Aquamarine (400 gp). Clear bright green emerald (2000 gp). Moss agate (15 gp). Star rose quartz (70 gp). Amber (150 gp). Hematite (15 gp). Rock crystal (70 gp). Deep blue spinel (400 gp). Deep blue spinel (400 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He is an exceptionally muscular looking eastern young adult. He wears a tan cloak and cross-gartered yellow stockings. Beneath his clothing is a huge mess of scar tissue. His Stetson hat is riddled with cuts and holes. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He considers himself a man of culture and sophistication. He likes a good challenge to his wits. He invented a lineage for himself and claims to be descended from several legendary heroes.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. His father was very strict, and drilled into him lessons on being the perfect gentleman. He became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him; and he doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Slave, Adventurer, Rich. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: High pitched and raspy

Possessions: 1000 gp. Deep green spinel (50 gp). Bloodstone (60 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (1400 gp). Rhodochrosite (7 gp). Alexandrite (600 gp). Violet garnet (600 gp). Iolite (60 gp). Iolite (60 gp). Chalcedony (60 gp). Deep blue spinel (600 gp). Violet garnet (600 gp). Silver pearl (50 gp). Peridot (60 gp). Moonstone (60 gp). Lapis lazuli (7 gp). Coral (50 gp). Blue sapphire (1400 gp). Rhodochrosite (7 gp). Eye agate (7 gp). Alexandrite (600 gp).

Description: This late middle aged woman typically wears white cloth garments or leather armor and is in decent physical shape. Her hair is short and white. Her half smiles and blue eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: She does not believe in betrayal or weakness as things to be tolerated. She would rather hide behind her crafts than deal with other people.

History: Born to a poor family in the city she treasured whatever gifts she got. From her teen years she was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on her. She has never given up on her singing dream.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor.

Ideals: Justice, Artistic. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Poor. Occupation: Cartwright

Voice: Speaks with lower jaw sticking out

Possessions: 900 pp. Gold music box (4000 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1100 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1500 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (1000 gp). Old masterpiece painting (500 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (3000 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (1000 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (100 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (100 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (500 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (140 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (140 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (140 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Silver ewer (100 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (140 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1500 gp).

Description: A pudgy woman standing about 3'6" has a big stupid grin on her face most of the time. She wears a tan vest with golden trim over her white shirt. Her red leather gloves and pants are well-kept, and her tan boots flare out at the collars. Her red hair is smooth and relatively long. Her amber eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: A rambunctious noisy drunk she knows how to make people feel guilty. She enjoys reading and quiet.

History: Born to a Bounty Hunter, her mother struggled to pay the bills. Her childhood dream was to be a Bounty Hunter, but she was a colossal failure. She has achieved small success as a Healer.

Motivation: To find somewhere to settle down; and she is content

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Depressed, Mundane. Bonds: Poor, Job. Occupation: Healer

Voice: Mumbles to self between sentences

Possessions: 6000 gp. Red garnet (160 gp). Violet garnet (900 gp). White pearl (160 gp). White pearl (160 gp). Deep green spinel (160 gp). Blue star sapphire (500 gp). Carnelian (60 gp). Bloodstone (60 gp). Carnelian (60 gp). Blue-white diamond (5000 gp). Rose (60 gp). Peridot (60 gp). Amethyst (160 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (4 gp). Jasper (60 gp). Golden yellow topaz (900 gp). Chalcedony (60 gp).

Description: 5'3" and muscular, this southern woman wears brown trousers with black and blue striped suspenders. She wears various colorful collared shirts. She keeps her blonde hair in a pixie cut. Her fair skin shows little sign of her aristocratic breeding.

Personality: She's a bit of a prankster. She knows she is clumsy and seen as such and will often feign amnesia after injury. To her fellows she is seen as friendly and intelligent, but is angry and unforgiving to the so called fatcats and any who do and have associated with them.

History: Rosamund 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 then took over the family business and is one of the better Spy for hire.

Motivation: She wants revenge against giants; and she'd like to take her coworkers down a peg

Ideals: Athletic, Joker. Bonds: Attractive, Enemies, Job. Occupation: Spy

Voice: Mumbles to self between sentences

Possessions: 2000 gp. Chalcedony (80 gp). Rock crystal (80 gp). Aquamarine (1000 gp). Rose (80 gp). Violet garnet (1000 gp). Chrysoprase (80 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: 4'2" and lanky with angular features, he is an attractive figure. He wears very tight pants and wife beaters, though occasionally he sports a brown coat. His hair is long and red with streaks of white, and is pulled back with small brown clips. His beard is white, braided, and well cared for. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He hates brigands. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. He is always in debt, since he spends his money on lavish parties and gifts for friends

History: Vondal was born with his mother's beautiful face. He made a point of taking high paying jobs and getting most of it up front. When he grew older, he became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. He began work as a mercenary for hire. He would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: He desires power and/or immortality; and he wants to meet his childhood hero

Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Attractive, Enemies, Adventurer, Religious. Occupation: Bellfounder

Voice: Switch between two voices

Possessions: 11000 gp. Coral (140 gp). Smoky quartz (30 gp). Aquamarine (800 gp). Smoky quartz (30 gp). Deep green spinel (140 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (12 gp). Star rose quartz (30 gp). Violet garnet (800 gp). Golden yellow topaz (800 gp). Aquamarine (800 gp). Red spinel (140 gp). White pearl (140 gp). Banded agate (12 gp). Violet garnet (800 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (12 gp). Deep green spinel (140 gp). Chalcedony (30 gp). Golden pearl (140 gp). Rock crystal (30 gp). Moss agate (12 gp).

Description: A well shaped woman just over fifty, she wears grey trousers with tan and green striped suspenders. She wears various colorful collared shirts. She keeps her brown hair in a pixie cut. Judging by the bloodshot nature of her eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine she has not slept for days.

Personality: Giselle speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. She is clearly well-traveled and educated. She has a cruel streak; something she gained from her previous mentor. She harbors resentment against her former mentor.

History: She is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. Her parents divorced when she was young, and her mother gained full cudstody. She was regularly beaten by her mother, who blamed her for driving them apart. After a long history of fighting, Giselle and her spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: She feels the way she acts is they only way to get by in the world; and to get a good night's sleep

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Insomniac, Antagonistic. Bonds: Mentor, Rich. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: Spits and sputters

Possessions: 3000 gp. Chrysoprase (60 gp). Black star sapphire (500 gp). Freshwater pearl (13 gp). Aquamarine (800 gp). Alexandrite (800 gp). Azurite (13 gp). Rose (60 gp). Red-brown spinel (110 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (500 gp). Hematite (13 gp). Deep blue spinel (800 gp). White pearl (110 gp). Golden yellow topaz (800 gp). Alexandrite (800 gp). Lapis lazuli (13 gp). Sardonyx (60 gp). Jet (110 gp). Coral (110 gp). Freshwater pearl (13 gp). Banded agate (13 gp). Black pearl (800 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (500 gp). Deep green spinel (110 gp). Peridot (60 gp). Azurite (13 gp). Peridot (60 gp). Iolite (60 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (500 gp). Moonstone (60 gp). Aquamarine (800 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (500 gp). Chrysoprase (60 gp). Blue-white diamond (4000 gp). White opal (500 gp). Deep green spinel (110 gp). Aquamarine (800 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.