Description: Dark and lean, he is a relatively plain man. He wears a brown vest and prefers pastel and black shirts. His boots appear to have been at one point steel toed but are quite worn down. His hair is long and red with streaks of brown, and is pulled back with small brown clips. His beard is brown, braided, and well cared for. His eyes are likewise hazel.

Personality: He resents people who mock his appearance or him, so he has learned to be the meanest son of a gun. He dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. His biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. A few years later when the south was not economically sound they moved to his current location. Due to his spouse's obsession with being a Sculptor they were divorced and he won custody of their daughter. He worked as a Brewer, and he later adopted a second daughter.

Motivation: To pay off his debts; and find a way to reverse the transformation of his brother

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Immigrant, Family, Debt. Occupation: Brewer

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 800 pp. Rich purple corundum (1200 gp). Jade (50 gp). Iolite (70 gp). White pearl (50 gp). Freshwater pearl (5 gp). Golden pearl (50 gp). Brown-green garnet (50 gp). Eye agate (5 gp). Lapis lazuli (5 gp). Onyx (70 gp). Black pearl (200 gp). Rhodochrosite (5 gp). Citrine (70 gp). Tourmaline (50 gp). Jacinth (3000 gp). Chrysoprase (70 gp). Jasper (70 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He is of a modest build and height, but he carries himself more imposing than he is. He wears tattered old clothes. He has a long blonde beard with little hanging trinkets. His violet eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: He is a Blacksmith first and foremost. He believes firmly that knowledge should be universal. He is kind towards other men and children and will generally offer men help without question. Others will generally need to prove themselves to him.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. He was one of the best in his class, and was picked up by his current employer. He quickly showed his capability and was soon promoted to a head role. He ran away from his former home and has been making his living as a Blacksmith for the past few years.

Motivation: Expand his business; and sabotage a competitor

Ideals: Philantrophist, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Disease. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Prounounces S like Z

Possessions: 1000 gp. Chrysoprase (20 gp). Lapis lazuli (16 gp). Blue sapphire (500 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: An older woman who wears a simple grey robe with black stripes complete with hood, she is not a threatening figure. She wears her red hair up. Her eyes are hazel.

Personality: She tends to agree with only herself unless someone else's opinion sounds like she can profit from it. She tries to control her temper but she can't always stop herself from what she feels what must be done. She is obsessed with finding treasure.

History: She was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. Katherine liked to wander the woods near her home when she was young, something she still likes to do at least once a week. She never liked modest clothing or shoes, so she would wander the woods barefoot and lightly dressed, and she developed a good sense of balance and learned how to climb and swim well. 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: Marry her sister to traveling adventurers; and to unite with her sister

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Adventurer, Rich, Nature, Family. Occupation: Healer

Voice: Complex vocabulary, royal

Possessions: 1200 pp. Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (120 gp).

Description: This woman wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment, and sports empty pouches on her belt. Her moppish blonde hair is in a traditional bowl cut. She is missing an eye and her face is severely sunburned. Her one remaining eye shines violet.

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 cannot deal with unfamiliar people for more than a few minutes at a time and if they persist she will grow angry at them.

History: She comes from a rich western family. She was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. Her spouse died of illness and she inherited everything. She was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: She has money and likes to spend it.

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Insomniac, Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Deep voice with rolling R's

Possessions: 11000 gp. Peridot (30 gp). Chrysoberyl (40 gp). Carnelian (30 gp). Deep blue spinel (1500 gp). Azurite (4 gp). Lapis lazuli (4 gp). Moss agate (4 gp). Jacinth (5000 gp). Chrysoprase (30 gp). Deep blue spinel (1500 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (4 gp). Brown-green garnet (40 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (4 gp). Aquamarine (1500 gp). Azurite (4 gp).

Description: This younger middle-aged woman tends to wear a heavy leather apron. Coupled with her rolled up shirt sleeves this gives her a very relaxed look, and a wedding ring on her left hand. Her red hair has been sun bleached extensively. She is missing an eye and her face is severely sunburned. Her one remaining eye shines hazel.

Personality: Eccentric and domineering, Galiena will drive conversation. She lacks restraint and is impulsive. She jumps in and acts without thinking all too often.

History: The child of northern immigrants she idolized her mother. A gypsy cursed her at a young age, leading to her ugly appearance. She moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: To prove her worth to the world; and to share knowledge with the world

Ideals: Extrovert, Logical. Flaws: Ugly, Impulsive. Bonds: In love, Immigrant. Occupation: Engraver

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 1200 pp. Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (800 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (130 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (600 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (500 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He is an exceptionally muscular looking southern young adult. He is generally well dressed albeit a few years behind the times. Beneath his clothing is a huge mess of scar tissue. His hair is golden, silky, and of moderate length. His green eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: Crampernap hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate him. It was this clingy personality that held back his writing career. He is obsessed with finding treasure.

History: Crampernap lived on a farm with his mother, near the main road leading to a nearby town. From there he went from mercenary job to mercenary job. He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: He desires power and/or immortality; and wants to raise his children well

Ideals: Artistic. Bonds: Attractive, Slave, Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Beggar

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: 1000 gp. Silver comb with moonstones (500 gp). Silver ewer (80 gp). Gold music box (3000 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.

Description: A woman with a cold, calculating air about her, she wears a custom-built plate barding that's adorned with black lining and desert motifs. Her auburn hair is knotted and matted. She has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. She wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: She is a melancholic, but persistent worker. She resents family life and as such spurns the advances of admirers. She is often prim and proper but will on occasion tell either really disgusting or offensive jokes, which seem out of character.

History: Creega was raised in a hard working conservative environment. She made a point of taking high paying jobs and getting most of it up front. She's also a talented Courier, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for her; and she feels the way she acts is they only way to get by in the world

Ideals: Joker, Impeccable. Flaws: Depressed. Bonds: Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Navigator

Voice: Booming voice

Possessions: 6000 gp. Tourmaline (70 gp). Lapis lazuli (7 gp). Aquamarine (400 gp). Obsidian (7 gp). Golden yellow topaz (400 gp). Rock crystal (30 gp). Onyx (30 gp). 1 Medium magic item.