Description: He wears a simple grey robe with brown stripes complete with hood, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 5'0" when asserting himself. His chestnut hair is thinning but still full. He has a dull look in his gray eyes.

Personality: He is quiet and reserved most of the time, but warms up to people very quickly. Around friends he is liable to tell dirty jokes and enjoy himself. He does not believe in violence as a means to an end. He is a dedicated Cartwright but believes his peers are too gung-ho.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his father and mother. His father taught him the rudiments of the Cartwright arts, while his mother instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. He found a children's book about a Human Druid who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. He modeled his life after the story, seeing himself destined a hero. He now travels the world, in search of power and loot.

Motivation: Doesn't want to be a Cartwright and was forced into it by his family; and an old rival family wants him found

Ideals: Joker, Pacifist. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Cartwright

Voice: Thin and wheezing

Possessions: 6000 gp. Tourmaline (40 gp). Obsidian (11 gp). Violet garnet (300 gp). White opal (500 gp). Bloodstone (20 gp). Onyx (20 gp). Carnelian (20 gp). Malachite (11 gp). Chalcedony (20 gp). Rhodochrosite (11 gp). Zircon (20 gp). Star rose quartz (20 gp). Aquamarine (300 gp). Obsidian (11 gp). Amber (40 gp). Jasper (20 gp). Rhodochrosite (11 gp). Moonstone (20 gp). Deep blue spinel (300 gp). Brown-green garnet (40 gp). Chalcedony (20 gp). Smoky quartz (20 gp). Deep blue spinel (300 gp). Freshwater pearl (11 gp). Obsidian (11 gp). Pink pearl (40 gp). Alexandrite (300 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He is in excellent shape and wears rags and sports a simple walking cane. He wears a top hat to hide his balding. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He is overprotective of those who hire his services. He is cautious and jumpy. He reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

History: When he was but 7 years old his parents immigrated from the north. He was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. He never won. He eventually got the idea of being the protector of his homeland from reading books, and has made it his duty.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often; and to protect his home

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Poor, Guardian, Immigrant, Slave. Occupation: Marshal

Voice: Soft and mumbly

Possessions: 14000 gp. Aquamarine (900 gp). Smoky quartz (30 gp). Lapis lazuli (9 gp). Peridot (30 gp). Moonstone (30 gp). Star ruby (1600 gp). Chalcedony (30 gp). Rhodochrosite (9 gp). Sard (30 gp). Alexandrite (900 gp). Blue diamond (7000 gp). Lapis lazuli (9 gp). Rock crystal (30 gp). Golden pearl (80 gp). Bloodstone (30 gp). Black opal (1600 gp). Aquamarine (900 gp). Chrysoprase (30 gp). Banded agate (9 gp). Tourmaline (80 gp). Moss agate (9 gp). Sardonyx (30 gp). Coral (80 gp). Moss agate (9 gp). Lapis lazuli (9 gp). Chalcedony (30 gp). Rhodochrosite (9 gp). Brown-green garnet (80 gp). Golden pearl (80 gp). Jasper (30 gp). Malachite (9 gp). Brown-green garnet (80 gp). Golden yellow topaz (900 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He is a pot bellied eastern man with a big hulking figure and broad shoulders. He is wearing colorful clothing, dressed as a Apothecary. His red hair is styled in orderly dreadlocks. His ears are large.

Personality: Aggressive, abrasive, and angry, Halander embodies much of what other species detest in the Halflings. He invented a lineage for himself and claims to be descended from several legendary heroes.

History: Born in a small village he learned the ways of the warrior from his father. At a young age he wooed the heart of his future spouse and the two had a long relationship before they wed. He has drifted apart from his friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature longbow.

Motivation: To reunite with his old friends; and wishes to resurrect an old love

Ideals: Athletic, Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Adventurer, In love. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Italian accent

Possessions: 1200 pp. Eye agate (8 gp). Banded agate (8 gp). Fire opal (1300 gp). Black star sapphire (1300 gp). Violet garnet (1400 gp). Alexandrite (1400 gp). Bloodstone (40 gp). Hematite (8 gp). Smoky quartz (40 gp). Eye agate (8 gp). Lapis lazuli (8 gp). Emerald (1300 gp). Violet garnet (1400 gp). Rhodochrosite (8 gp). Blue quartz (8 gp). Freshwater pearl (8 gp). Malachite (8 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (8 gp). Violet garnet (1400 gp). Obsidian (8 gp). Silver pearl (80 gp). Star rose quartz (40 gp).

Description: This eastern man's face is deformed and paralyzed on one side. As such, he slurs his words together. He wears a yellow vest with golden trim over his white shirt. His white leather gloves and pants are well-kept, and his yellow boots flare out at the collars. His hair is cut close to his head. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: Soft-spoken and well mannered, he has an amazing amount of patience and a slow boiling temper. He claims to be unscrupulous but at the end of the day he will do what he thinks is right.

History: Born in the east to a Dilettante, Hadarai learned a great deal about his father's area of expertise. He inherited a moderately successful company from his father. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. He now owns his own business.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it; and he'd like to take his coworkers down a peg

Ideals: Disciplined, Justice. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job, Rich. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Uses lots of figures of speech

Possessions: 7000 gp. Rock crystal (40 gp). Hematite (4 gp). Rock crystal (40 gp). Red-brown spinel (150 gp). Jasper (40 gp). Deep blue spinel (600 gp). Golden yellow topaz (600 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: He is a mite stocky and wears grey leather gloves, a grey jacket, and tight pants. He sports a long blonde beard, and similarly colored long hair. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: He likes to brag about his accomplishments and constantly tries to beat others to the punch. He has a cruel streak; something he gained from his previous mentor. He harbors resentment against his former mentor.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and he is greedy

Ideals: Passionate. Flaws: Insomniac, Antagonistic. Bonds: Mentor, Rich. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 1600 pp. Aquamarine (1300 gp). Deep blue spinel (1300 gp). Moss agate (16 gp). Deep green spinel (70 gp). Deep blue spinel (1300 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This malnourished woman wears a well pressed and immaculate suit (or dress). Her chestnut hair is smooth and relatively long. Her face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: She's a bit of a prankster. She knows she is clumsy and seen as such and will often feign amnesia after injury. She constantly seizes attention wherever she goes and has come to expect this respect from everyone. She likes to think of herself as merciful, but nonetheless is very strict.

History: She was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. In her formative years she discovered how persuasive she was. She began using that to her advantage selling useless wares at inflated prices. She now has a substantial network of resources ranging from contacts to ships to peers.

Motivation: Retire the richest woman in the south; and she doesn't get along with people that don't share her tastes

Ideals: Joker, Impeccable, Entrepeneur. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Actor

Voice: Gruff and masculine

Possessions: 1000 pp. Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (700 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 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: A man with a warm, jovial air about him, he is armored in gleaming platemail with gilded edges. A flowing green cape and mantle trimmed with soft brown waves gently in the breeze. He has styled his black hair well, parting it to the right. He is baby faced.

Personality: He is quiet and reserved most of the time, but warms up to people very quickly. Around friends he is liable to tell dirty jokes and enjoy himself. He has a habit of throwing himself into exceedingly dangerous situations.

History: Xappan lived on a farm with his father, near the main road leading to a nearby town. He graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. He advanced relatively quickly due to his good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. He has since lost track of the people in his past.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and his spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Rich, Family, Military. Occupation: Butcher

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 3000 gp. Citrine (80 gp). Jasper (80 gp). Obsidian (5 gp). Blue quartz (5 gp). Smoky quartz (80 gp). Lapis lazuli (5 gp). Azurite (5 gp). Silver pearl (70 gp). Lapis lazuli (5 gp). Deep blue spinel (900 gp). Rhodochrosite (5 gp). Moss agate (5 gp). Malachite (5 gp). Blue sapphire (1300 gp). Amber (70 gp). Deep green spinel (70 gp).