Description: Wearing a closed helm and plate, one would not know what she was had she not made sure her armor was more form fitting than normal. Outside of the suit she is wearing colorful clothing, dressed as a Sage. She has silver hair. Her face is full, her cheeks are rosy, and she always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in her amber eyes.

Personality: She is intelligent and cunning, but she will too often allow her rage to get the better of her. She will lose her cool and rely on brute force to carry the day. When she's not drinking or sleeping the drinks off, she's doing painting.

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Brakka was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. She eventually earned her freedom when her former master disappeared. A freak accident while working with her Mercenary mother left her crippled. She has never given up on her painting dream.

Motivation: She's repulsed by the PC; and she seems to be bored by most things

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Antagonistic, Disease. Bonds: Attractive, Mentor. Occupation: Sage

Voice: Hard of hearing, loud

Possessions: 4000 gp. Fire opal (1200 gp). Aquamarine (1000 gp). Citrine (50 gp). Rose (50 gp). Aquamarine (1000 gp). Azurite (4 gp). Malachite (4 gp). Onyx (50 gp). Carnelian (50 gp). Rhodochrosite (4 gp). Aquamarine (1000 gp). Rhodochrosite (4 gp). Obsidian (4 gp). Blue star sapphire (1200 gp). Citrine (50 gp). Aquamarine (1000 gp). Tourmaline (110 gp). Amethyst (110 gp). Citrine (50 gp). Rhodochrosite (4 gp). Sard (50 gp). White opal (1200 gp).

Description: He is an average looking eastern male in his early mid-life. He is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. His hair is white and curly. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: He is not truly malevolent, but he is obsessed with music. He constantly tries to fill his life with music. He is underhanded and not above using his wealth and body to get others to do his bidding.

History: Euron was born with his mother's beautiful face. His arcane abilities were realized during a raid on his village. After a long history of fighting, Euron and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: To protect his home; and to clean up the streets

Ideals: Artistic, Gifted. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Guardian. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Jittery and nervous

Possessions: 15000 gp. Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (700 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (500 gp). A silver and pearl hairclip (50 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (2000 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (500 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (500 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (50 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (500 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (500 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (170 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (500 gp). Carved bone or ivory statuette (50 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (500 gp). 1 Major magic item.

Description: The woman speaks with an almost imperceptible accent. She seems to always be the slightest bit damp as if she got out from a pool a few moments ago. She likes to wear pastel tank tops with green skirt. Her red fur, when down, is lengthy. Her face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: In the realm of puns, she cannot help herself. She feels obliged to make them. She moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep her interest for a month it is impressive.

History: She was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. Gale was born on a far western mountains where she grew up under the tutelage of her father, an expert Painter. She has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: Retire the richest woman in the west; and gnomish compassion

Ideals: Joker, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Immigrant. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 6000 gp. Malachite (10 gp). Black pearl (400 gp). Azurite (10 gp). White pearl (60 gp). Carnelian (60 gp). Banded agate (10 gp). Azurite (10 gp).

Description: He is scrawny and has patchy brown stubble. He likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. He has a hunchback. His hair is long and brown with streaks of blonde, and is pulled back with small tan clips. His beard is blonde, braided, and well cared for. His hazel eyes peer out from beneath his small tan hat.

Personality: Stoic and calm, he prefers to meditate than take action. He cannot resist a sob story and will often dote over anyone who has one.

History: Born in a small village he learned the ways of the warrior from his father. While studying, he fell in love. They married and had a daughter. He has since married many spouses, only to have them die. He claims to not be responsible.

Motivation: Wishes to resurrect an old love; and balancing his hectic life and new scribe responsibilities is difficult

Ideals: Disciplined, Philantrophist, Fighting. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: In love. Occupation: Scribe

Voice: Hollow voice

Possessions: 1000 gp. Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (400 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (180 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (2000 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (180 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1200 gp). Solid gold idol (1200 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (180 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: She is in excellent shape and is wearing a perfectly clean shirt and pair of pants. Her silver hair is knotted and matted. She has a tattooed face.

Personality: She is shy and timid. She has not had much interaction with people and is skittish around them. She is vehemently anti-magic. All of it is evil and corrupting in her opinion.

History: Born to a poor family in the city she treasured whatever gifts she got. Her childhood dream was to be a Barrister, but she was a colossal failure. She's also a talented Barrister, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: To be a Barrister again; and she'd like to take her coworkers down a peg

Ideals: Athletic, Opinionated. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Poor, Job. Occupation: Carpenter

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: 6000 gp. Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (500 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 (70 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (3000 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (600 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (180 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (3000 gp). Jeweled anklet (4000 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (400 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1900 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He prefers to wear grey pants and tee shirts. His long chestnut hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He likes to fabricate stories about his past exploits and how crazy he is, but in actuality he is rather bland. He has a taste for the finer things and spends a great deal of money on luxuries, some more exotic than others.

History: Trained by his father for as long as he can remember he had it drilled in his head that it was his duty to serve his country. Over the years he perfected his riding and shooting skills. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: He wants nothing more than to rejoin the army.

Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Immigrant, Rich, Military, Nature. Occupation: Navigator

Voice: Hollow voice

Possessions: 3000 gp. A necklace of small pink pearls (2000 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (150 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1300 gp). Solid gold idol (900 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1300 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (2300 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (2300 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1300 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (150 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1300 gp). Old masterpiece painting (2300 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (5000 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (2000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (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. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Her skin has the orange glow of too much sun. She wears silk and lounges about seductively. Her golden hair is cut short. Her eyes are a pleasant gray.

Personality: A rambunctious noisy drunk she knows how to make people feel guilty. The war was a terrible time for her, and Ovina does not often speak of it. When she does, she does so with a strained expression and tears in her eyes.

History: Her martial talent manifested at a young age. Aiming to upstage a rival house, her parents had her trained. She was an adventurer many years ago and she formed a blood bond with her Human companion (her 'brother'). She now travels the world, in search of power and loot.

Motivation: Meet up once more with her childhood friend; and she desires power and/or immortality

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Depressed. Bonds: Attractive, Military, Adventurer. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: growls and snarls, animalistic

Possessions: 1000 gp. Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (140 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (40 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (2300 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (4000 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1800 gp). Silver ewer (40 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (140 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 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.