Description: This man is typically in his Apothecary uniform. He has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized aquamarine on his left hand. His hair is greying and his face has many wrinkles. He has gleaming, smiling black eyes.

Personality: He cares much about the opinion of others, both in good and in bad: when keeping in line with his opinion, he thinks highly of the other person, but when opinions clash, he can get violently argumentative. Animals are drawn to him, and he is able to talk to them.

History: He was born in a small plains village. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Apothecary work with an outfit from a few towns over. Apothecary work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He then took over the family business and is one of the better Apothecary for hire.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it; and he is unsatisfied with his job

Ideals: Opinionated, Gifted. Bonds: Job, Rich, Nature. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Relaxed voice

Possessions: 7000 gp. An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (110 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (900 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1500 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1500 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (6000 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (900 gp). A pair of blacksmith’s puzzle; each has a pair of interlocked iron designs that users try to take apart and put back together (60 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: She is an average looking eastern female in her early mid-life. She wears an amalgamation of clothes and depending on the season will wear more layers of the continuing hodge podge. She has shaved her head bald. Her violet eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: She is someone who is used to having a large amount of sex appeal. She also lacks a concept of privacy and shares just about everything. She is able to make almost anything out of random pieces of junk.

History: She is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. Her father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted her to inherit them. She bought a pickaxe and has really upped her game hunting, due to her understanding of decoy and ambush.

Motivation: She's attracted to the PC; and she uses money and sex appeal to get what she needs

Ideals: Gifted. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Nature, Has a crush. Occupation: Weaver

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 12000 gp. Alexandrite (900 gp). Deep green spinel (80 gp). Amethyst (80 gp). Red spinel (80 gp). Chrysoberyl (80 gp). Peridot (30 gp). Carnelian (30 gp). Violet garnet (900 gp). Black pearl (900 gp). Rose (30 gp). Moonstone (30 gp). Golden yellow topaz (900 gp). Sardonyx (30 gp). Iolite (30 gp). Rhodochrosite (11 gp). Deep green spinel (80 gp). Eye agate (11 gp). Violet garnet (900 gp). Star rose quartz (30 gp). Deep green spinel (80 gp). Deep blue spinel (900 gp). Black pearl (900 gp). Jade (80 gp). Carnelian (30 gp). Eye agate (11 gp). Sardonyx (30 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He wears a tight fitting brown shirt and pants. He carries with him a set of shortbows, each one with a topaz on the hilt. He only wears one on his belt and the other on his back. His lavender fur is singed and shortened. He has copper eyes and a brown hat with a black feather.

Personality: He is unhospitable to his core. His small house has "No trespassing" Signs all over it. He loves teas. He is very sensitive about his face. To blow off anger he lifts weights and to control his otherwise explosive temper he works out a lot.

History: He comes from a rich northern family. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He has worked as a Carter like his father before him.

Motivation: He'd like to take his coworkers down a peg; and sabotage a competitor

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Job. Occupation: Carter

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 13000 gp. An elaborate, whalebone scrimshaw carving of intertwined orbs, each showing the legend of creation story (40 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2900 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (40 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (40 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (400 gp). Old masterpiece painting (400 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (40 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). A silver and pearl hairclip (40 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (400 gp). Gold music box (1000 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (400 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (40 gp). Carved bone or ivory statuette (40 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (1000 gp). Gold music box (1000 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (400 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (400 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (1000 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (1000 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (400 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (1000 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (600 gp). Old masterpiece painting (400 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (1000 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (400 gp).

Description: A woman with a cold, calculating air about her, she wears an entirely blue suit with black socks and a vest with buckled shoes. She wears a deerstalker hat to cover her moderate length white hair. Her fierce hazel eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: She is irascible and easily irritated. When she's not drinking or sleeping the drinks off, she's doing painting.

History: She comes from a rich northern family. A gifted student she started as a Ruler, but she got bored and became a Masseuse. She has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: She's in love; and she would like to get married and retire

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Job, Has a crush. Occupation: Masseuse

Voice: Squeaky

Possessions: 5000 gp. A necklace of small pink pearls (4000 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1100 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (1000 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1100 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (60 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (1000 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (60 gp). A delicate brass dragon egg (90 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (60 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1100 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This slender man stands about 5'5". He wears dull blue sweaters, loose black pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath his sweater he keeps a concealed whip, just in case. His blonde hair is knotted and matted. His green eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: He cares much about the opinion of others, both in good and in bad: when keeping in line with his opinion, he thinks highly of the other person, but when opinions clash, he can get violently argumentative. He also has developed a complete distrust of the Soapmaker profession.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Halfling companion (his 'brother'). He has gone from town to town till he finds a spot where he can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: He wants to get laid; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Opinionated. Bonds: Job, Rich, Adventurer, Has a crush. Occupation: Tanner

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 1000 gp. Zircon (30 gp). Obsidian (13 gp). Chrysoprase (30 gp). Obsidian (13 gp). Azurite (13 gp). Moss agate (13 gp). Eye agate (13 gp). Obsidian (13 gp). Coral (70 gp). Black opal (500 gp). Jasper (30 gp). Violet garnet (1200 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (13 gp). Brown-green garnet (70 gp). Jet (70 gp). Violet garnet (1200 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1200 gp). Violet garnet (1200 gp). Jasper (30 gp). Sard (30 gp). Zircon (30 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1200 gp). Carnelian (30 gp). Azurite (13 gp).

Description: This malnourished woman is wearing dark clothing and a heavy breastplate, keeping many of her physical features obscured. Her brown hair is kept up in a ponytail inside a top hat. Her thin eyebrows rest above her beady green eyes.

Personality: She is witty, but her monotone delivery comes off as unnerving She dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. Her biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: She was raised in a white middle class family as the only child. She dropped out of school before completing her studies. She routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and balancing her hectic life and new spice merchant responsibilities is difficult

Ideals: Joker, Logical. Flaws: Ugly, Mundane. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Old Prospector

Possessions: 1100 pp. Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (700 gp). Solid gold idol (600 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (70 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (70 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1500 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (600 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: His skin is bronze and flawless. He wears bulky brown painted plate armor. He is an epitome of beauty. He keeps his long chestnut hair kept up in a rat tail. His eyes are likewise gray. His teeth are white and perfect.

Personality: He is very quiet and rarely speaks above a whisper. He is used to getting what he wants. In part because he is a meticulous planner.

History: He was born several months after his father was called into army service. While studying, he fell in love. They married and had a son. He has since married many spouses, only to have them die. He claims to not be responsible.

Motivation: He wants nothing more than to rejoin the army; and he is content

Ideals: Professionalism. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Military, In love. Occupation: Spy

Voice: Rolls R's

Possessions: 7000 gp. Red-brown spinel (120 gp). Blue sapphire (800 gp). Jasper (50 gp). 1 Medium magic item.