Description: She is an attractive woman, lean and moderately muscular. She wears a robe, a symbol of the sun god around her neck, and a rapier on her belt. Her white hair, when down, is lengthy. She wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: She will rave to anyone who will listen. Ishte enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for her love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: She was a bastard born out of an affair, and her father always resented and mistreated her for it out of spite. Through the years after Ishte was born, her father became increasingly distant from her family, instead choosing to pursue power in the north. Ishte's father didn't care for her much, and the feeling was mutual. After a long history of fighting, Ishte and her spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: She is not mentally stable, and does not behave rationally; and to fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Insane, Hedonist, Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive. Occupation: Detective

Voice: Slurs words

Possessions: 700 pp. Star ruby (400 gp). Pink diamond (7000 gp). Star rose quartz (20 gp). Jasper (20 gp). Freshwater pearl (5 gp). Sardonyx (20 gp). Azurite (5 gp). Onyx (20 gp). Rhodochrosite (5 gp). Tourmaline (110 gp). Banded agate (5 gp). Banded agate (5 gp). Rhodochrosite (5 gp). Chalcedony (20 gp). Azurite (5 gp). Sardonyx (20 gp). Obsidian (5 gp). Smoky quartz (20 gp). Malachite (5 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: The light-skinned man stands 6'1" and wears a grey collared shirt and brown pants. He accessorizes with a pastel scarf around the waist and a strap diagonally across his shirt. He has no hair. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: He hates goblins. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. He is susceptible to being scared and is in actuality easily frightened. He likes to tell stories.

History: Born in the west his family was never financially stable. He took after his mother in leading caravans. Because they were valued, his mother taught him to defend himself. When his mother died while fighting goblins, the young Gomory began to lead the lost caravan. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to goblins demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: A deep hatred of goblins; and revenge

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Fearful. Bonds: Enemies, Poor. Occupation: Butcher

Voice: Low and grunting

Possessions: 1100 pp. Malachite (5 gp). Golden yellow topaz (800 gp). Rhodochrosite (5 gp). Alexandrite (800 gp). Pink pearl (150 gp). Rhodochrosite (5 gp). Blue star sapphire (1200 gp). Onyx (50 gp). Zircon (50 gp). Jade (150 gp). Aquamarine (800 gp). White pearl (150 gp). Rock crystal (50 gp). White pearl (150 gp). Pink pearl (150 gp). Silver pearl (150 gp). Lapis lazuli (5 gp). Aquamarine (800 gp). Zircon (50 gp). Rock crystal (50 gp). Sardonyx (50 gp). Star rose quartz (50 gp). Chrysoberyl (150 gp). Bloodstone (50 gp).

Description: A moderately attractive woman, she likes to wear grey tank tops with blue skirt. Her chestnut hair has been sun bleached extensively. Her eyes are hazel and catlike.

Personality: Overbrimming with self-confidence, Nurkara isn't afraid of most anything. She has a strong dislike to people who do not believe in Dwarven unity. She is a ruthless business woman, a trait she acquired from her mother.

History: She was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. She took after her mother in leading caravans. Because they were valued, her mother taught her to defend herself. When her mother died while fighting drow, the young Nurkara began to lead the lost caravan. She leaves a trail of broken hearts and full pockets wherever she goes.

Motivation: She is greedy; and she doesn't get along with people that don't share her tastes

Ideals: Impeccable, Entrepeneur. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Enemies. Occupation: Brewer

Voice: Hard of hearing, loud

Possessions: 4000 gp. Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1700 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1200 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1700 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. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: She is well dressed, constantly wearing a tan suit, black shirt, and blue tie. Her blonde hair is knotted and matted. Her brown eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: She misses her glory days as an athlete. She does not mind her job, but it is boring in comparison. She uses divination through singing.

History: She was born on a small isolated farm. Her divine abilities were realized during a raid on her village. She now spends her time doing works of charity.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and obtaining odd cultural dwarven artifacts is her passion

Ideals: Athletic, Gifted, Philantrophist. Bonds: Nature, Adventurer. Occupation: Server

Voice: Relaxed voice

Possessions: 5000 gp. Carved bone or ivory statuette (70 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1600 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: She is a small woman, but exceptionally fit. She wears an entirely black suit with tan socks and a vest with buckled shoes. Her black hair is lengthy. She wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into her face.

Personality: She dislikes all the random violence that takes place in the south. She is lazy, self-centered, vain, and jealous.

History: She was a bastard born out of an affair, and her mother always resented and mistreated her for it out of spite. Her mother had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted her to inherit them. She has built up a small fortune and can afford her own way.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often; and she is greedy

Ideals: Athletic, Pacifist. Flaws: Selfish, Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Adds syll-ab-les for em-pha-sis

Possessions: 500 pp. Rock crystal (50 gp). Jasper (50 gp). Black opal (1500 gp). Blue quartz (6 gp). Blue quartz (6 gp). White opal (1500 gp). Moss agate (6 gp). Hematite (6 gp). Hematite (6 gp). Silver pearl (100 gp). Rose (50 gp). Violet garnet (300 gp). Rose (50 gp). Smoky quartz (50 gp). Red-brown spinel (100 gp). Golden yellow topaz (300 gp). Moss agate (6 gp). White pearl (100 gp). Golden yellow topaz (300 gp). Violet garnet (300 gp). Amber (100 gp). Deep blue spinel (300 gp). Red garnet (100 gp). Sard (50 gp). Red spinel (100 gp). Aquamarine (300 gp). Malachite (6 gp).

Description: Standing 6'4", this man is typically in his Cook uniform. He has styled his silver crest well, parting it to the left. He has several tiny jet earrings on each ear.

Personality: He has two modes he varies between. On the job he is cold, steely and emotionless. Off the job he is a party animal. He is obsessed with finding treasure.

History: Medrash hails from a village terrorized by brigands. He was an apprentice working in his mother's forge. He has worked as a Cook like his mother before him.

Motivation: To reunite with his old friends.

Ideals: Fighting. Bonds: Job, Rich, Adventurer, Enemies. Occupation: Cook

Voice: Italian accent

Possessions: 12000 gp. Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (160 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (700 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (700 gp). A silver and pearl hairclip (60 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (160 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (900 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (900 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (900 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (900 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (200 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.

Description: Relatively heavier built than your average woman, she is not imposing. She wears a shirt that is too small, which lets her gut show, with a ratty yellow coat over it. Her hair, while still mostly golden, has prominent grey streaks. Her hazel eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: She is filled with cunning. She likes to feign weakness letting people think she is weak. She takes great joy in being the best Detective in town.

History: A child with a great deal of music talent her parents made sure she got the chance to thrive. She made a point of taking high paying jobs and getting most of it up front. She spent several years traveling with her friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: Expand her business; and she'd like to take her coworkers down a peg

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Secretive. Bonds: Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Detective

Voice: Pronounces O like U

Possessions: 7000 gp. Brass mug with jade inlays (500 gp). Carved bone or ivory statuette (60 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (600 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1900 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (2000 gp). A finely crafted rug of intricate, geometric designs worked with silver threading (60 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (600 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (400 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1500 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (600 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (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. 1 Minor magic item.