Description: This younger middle-aged man wears professional attire, and a wedding ring on his right hand. He wears his bronze crest down. His fair skin shows little sign of his aristocratic breeding.

Personality: He dislikes all the random violence that takes place in the south. He passes on several rewards to people in need. He makes a point to leave places better than he found them.

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

Motivation: Wishes to resurrect an old love; and nothing but the best is good enough for him

Ideals: Pacifist, Philantrophist, Entrepeneur. Bonds: Attractive, In love. Occupation: Actor

Voice: High pitched, excited

Possessions: 4000 gp. Hematite (11 gp). Azurite (11 gp). Silver pearl (120 gp). Onyx (60 gp). Alexandrite (800 gp). Violet garnet (800 gp). Black pearl (800 gp). Hematite (11 gp). Obsidian (11 gp). Black pearl (800 gp). Moss agate (11 gp). Iolite (60 gp). Azurite (11 gp). Lapis lazuli (11 gp). Hematite (11 gp). Red-brown spinel (120 gp). Amber (120 gp). Citrine (60 gp). Banded agate (11 gp). Red garnet (120 gp). Citrine (60 gp). Golden yellow topaz (800 gp). Eye agate (11 gp). Bloodstone (60 gp). Black pearl (800 gp). Citrine (60 gp). White pearl (120 gp). Azurite (11 gp). Malachite (11 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: She is a mite stocky and wears silk and lounges about seductively. Her white hair is styled in orderly dreadlocks. She is very pretty but has cold, dead eyes.

Personality: She believes mankind has become decadent and spoiled by the march of civilization and an end should come to life as we know it. 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: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Murook was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. She eventually earned her freedom when her former master disappeared. Being born in the south, she completed her medical training abroad so as to avoid the war. She returned after the war having achieved medical proficiency. She was a general practitioner in the south for years, until she, through no fault of her own, lost a patient who had a very powerful family. Rather than risk reprisal she made her way west. She was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching her a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: Her relatives are trying to arrange a marriage; and doesn't want to be a spy and was forced into it by her family

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Nature, Mentor, Family. Occupation: Spy

Voice: Deep voice with rolling R's

Possessions: 1000 gp. Jasper (40 gp). Jet (140 gp). Rose (40 gp). Golden yellow topaz (700 gp). Rock crystal (40 gp). Blue quartz (4 gp). Deep blue spinel (700 gp). Lapis lazuli (4 gp). Citrine (40 gp). Deep blue spinel (700 gp). Bloodstone (40 gp). Alexandrite (700 gp). Rose (40 gp). Pink diamond (7000 gp). Aquamarine (700 gp). Amethyst (140 gp). Amethyst (140 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This woman is tall and muscular. She wears suspenders and pastel workpants. Her shirt is tan, and she wears a heavy pastel leather apron most of the time. Her brown fur is slicked back into a classic pompadour. Her green eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: She thrives on attention. She does whatever is in her power to gain the attention of whomever she deems a fit date. She has zero loyalty and will suck up to whomever is within range, in the hopes of being moved to a better position.

History: She was born at the edge of vast desert. From there she went from mercenary job to mercenary job. 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: Wants to work out more often; and obtaining odd cultural human artifacts is her passion

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Nature, Adventurer. Occupation: Doctor

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: 10000 gp. Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2500 gp). Jeweled anklet (3000 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (2500 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (80 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp).

Description: She is a pot bellied southern woman with a big hulking figure and broad shoulders. She usually wears her violet robe and has her bow always slung over her shoulder. She has slicked back white hair. Her face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. Her spectacle hidden eyes are a deep blue.

Personality: Prone to second guessing herself, she comes off as nervous. She takes great joy in being the best Interpreter in town.

History: She was born several months after her mother was called into army service. She sought a place where she would be rewarded solely on the merits of her skills. This search led her directly into Interpreter work with an outfit from a few towns over. Interpreter work suited her well, and with each successful project, she earned more gold and more respect from her peers. She struck the Interpreter job and began her own company from there.

Motivation: Balancing her hectic life and new Interpreter responsibilities is difficult; and she'd like to take her coworkers down a peg

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Job, Military. Occupation: Interpreter

Voice: High pitched and raspy

Possessions: 4000 gp. A necklace of small pink pearls (6000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (500 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (2100 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (700 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (700 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (700 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (500 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (2000 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (70 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (700 gp). Jeweled anklet (1000 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (70 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2000 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (1000 gp). Gold music box (1000 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (700 gp). Gold music box (1000 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: She wears a lot of dark rich colors, with gold accents. She has relatively dark skin and is very physically imposing due to her abundance of muscles. She sports blonde long hair. Her skin is flawless and her hazel eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: She will use flattery and sarcasm to attack and weaken her opponents. Despite her formidable combat skills she remains a coward. She disdains her fellow westerners, claiming they make her look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious western family, she was no stranger to responsibility. At a young age her father died while driving off some dire rats. Her mother being the stubborn sort decided to stay and helped train her in kukri use. Recently a tribe of dire rats attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Hatae fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: Her name or reputation has been wronged in the past by dire rats, and she desires to right it; and she is compelled to act according to her religious beliefs

Ideals: Fighting. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Gardener

Voice: French accent

Possessions: 8000 gp. Fiery yellow corundum (1000 gp). Violet garnet (500 gp). Carnelian (70 gp). Deep blue spinel (500 gp). Chrysoberyl (110 gp). Tourmaline (110 gp). Malachite (14 gp). White pearl (110 gp). Carnelian (70 gp). Black pearl (500 gp). Onyx (70 gp). Bloodstone (70 gp). Moss agate (14 gp). Banded agate (14 gp). White opal (1000 gp). Chalcedony (70 gp). Banded agate (14 gp). Aquamarine (500 gp).

Description: With grey face paint in a stripe pattern across her face, she wears a pastel cloak and cross-gartered black stockings. She keeps her white fur in a flapper bob. She is very pretty but has cold, dead eyes.

Personality: She shows great sympathy to all travelers. She's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. Further she is a bit of a stoner and is frequently out of it.

History: A studious child she never was much for a social life, not because she was unlikable, but because she did not seek it out. She was part of a huge silver rush, which was taken over by a mining company. The company confiscated a lot of silver, but the shipment was lost. She has drifted apart from her friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature trident.

Motivation: Meet up once more with her childhood friend; and to reunite with her old friends

Ideals: Philantrophist, Gifted. Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer. Occupation: Baker

Voice: Soothing and warm

Possessions: 1000 gp. Embroidered and bejeweled glove (3000 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (5000 gp). Jeweled anklet (3000 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (40 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (800 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A woman with a warm, jovial air about her, she wears blue leather gloves, a blue jacket, and tight pants. Her red hair is still thick. Her amber eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: She believes mankind has become decadent and spoiled by the march of civilization and an end should come to life as we know it. She is accommodating to her spouse and as such limits her hospitality. She is brave and levelheaded in the face of danger and has proven herself a capable leader.

History: Her mother raised her in a mountain cabin. Her spouse left her for another, whom she beat to an almost bloody pulp. She did not win them back, but she came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. She has recently attracted an admirer that believes she's playing hard to get.

Motivation: She wants revenge against gnolls; and a deep hatred of gnolls

Ideals: Fighting. Bonds: Nature, In love, Has a crush, Enemies. Occupation: Stylist

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: 5000 gp. Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1900 gp). A detailed rose, with petals and thorns, constructed of silver and electrum (30 gp). A silver and pearl hairclip (30 gp). Jeweled gold crown (8000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (500 gp). Solid gold idol (300 gp). Jeweled gold crown (8000 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (8000 gp).