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 wears a robe, a symbol of magic around her neck, and a monstrous two handed axe on her belt. She has done her best to style her purple hair to look like a famous performer. She wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into her face.

Personality: Eccentric and domineering, Makaria will drive conversation. She loves her children and doesn't want them to worry about her. She loves to share her writing with anyone who is interested.

History: Makaria lived on a farm with her father, near the main road leading to a nearby town. Her father disappeared, and while she tried to raise money to find her father, she was betrayed dozens of times. Recently a tribe of brigands attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Makaria fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: Her spouse's relatives view her with great suspicion; and an old rival family wants her found

Ideals: Fighting, Extrovert, Artistic. Bonds: Family. Occupation: Miller

Voice: Thin and wheezing

Possessions: 4000 gp. Chalcedony (70 gp). Chalcedony (70 gp). Black pearl (1400 gp). Alexandrite (1400 gp). Smoky quartz (70 gp). Jasper (70 gp). Golden pearl (100 gp). White pearl (100 gp). Jacinth (7000 gp). Onyx (70 gp). Alexandrite (1400 gp). Rhodochrosite (8 gp). Blue quartz (8 gp). Bloodstone (70 gp). Rich purple corundum (1100 gp). Moonstone (70 gp). Red spinel (100 gp). Black opal (1100 gp). Chalcedony (70 gp). Onyx (70 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: An imposing man with a heavy stainless steel prosthetic left hand, he prefers to wear grey pants and tee shirts. His feathered hat is riddled with cuts and holes. He has amber eyes.

Personality: A skeptical and narcissistic man, Norman's first love is himself. His second love is also himself. He works hard and plays hard.

History: Born to a Healer, his mother struggled to pay the bills. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Brewer hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him; and he doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly, Hedonist. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Brewer

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: 11000 gp. Lapis lazuli (8 gp). Violet garnet (400 gp). Hematite (8 gp). Azurite (8 gp). Emerald (1100 gp). Moss agate (8 gp). Hematite (8 gp). Violet garnet (400 gp). Aquamarine (400 gp). Blue star sapphire (1100 gp). Jasper (80 gp). Eye agate (8 gp). Jasper (80 gp). Moss agate (8 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A man with a cold, calculating air about him, he is wearing a long, pastel, dusty cloak. His gray fur is braided into rings. This amber eyed southerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. He cannot deal with unfamiliar people for more than a few minutes at a time and if they persist he will grow angry at them.

History: He was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. His father was supposedly a charlatan fortune teller, but he insists his father was legitimate. After a long history of fighting, Cloak and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: His religion dominates his actions; and several ex partners dislike his way of doing things and want revenge

Flaws: Shy, Antagonistic, Disease. Bonds: Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Mayor

Voice: Pronounces difficult words wrong

Possessions: 3000 gp. Hematite (12 gp). Pink pearl (110 gp). Blue quartz (12 gp). Alexandrite (1000 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.

Description: A woman with thick toned arms and a paunchy gut. She likes to wear ponchos typically of a light brown in addition to tight pants. She has styled her golden hair well, parting it to the left. Her otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: She considers herself the protector of her home. She feels this is her duty and calling. She plays an instrument quite well.

History: She was born on a small isolated farm. Rohesia 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. She spent several years traveling with her friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: Expand her business; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Athletic, Artistic. Bonds: Guardian, Nature, Adventurer, Job. Occupation: Barkeep

Voice: Low rumbling, strings words together

Possessions: 200 pp. Canary diamond (4000 gp). Rhodochrosite (13 gp). Violet garnet (1000 gp). Jacinth (4000 gp). Banded agate (13 gp). Moonstone (30 gp). Golden pearl (60 gp). Freshwater pearl (13 gp). Carnelian (30 gp). Black pearl (1000 gp). Rose (30 gp). Rose (30 gp). Malachite (13 gp). Chalcedony (30 gp). Eye agate (13 gp). Alexandrite (1000 gp). Alexandrite (1000 gp). Chalcedony (30 gp). Peridot (30 gp). Alexandrite (1000 gp). Lapis lazuli (13 gp). Sard (30 gp). Star rose quartz (30 gp). Black star sapphire (1500 gp). Hematite (13 gp). Pink pearl (60 gp). Violet garnet (1000 gp). Eye agate (13 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (13 gp). Rhodochrosite (13 gp). Red garnet (60 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (1500 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: The man speaks with an almost imperceptible accent. He seems to always be the slightest bit damp as if he got out from a pool a few moments ago. He is wearing a perfectly clean shirt and pair of pants. His black hair is smooth and relatively long. He is baby faced.

Personality: He is quiet and anti-social and can barely make it a few minutes in conversation before his hampering stammer kicks in. 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: Bertram lived on a farm with his father, near the main road leading to a nearby town. His spouse left him for another, whom he beat to an almost bloody pulp. He did not win them back, but he came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: Marry his sister to traveling adventurers; and his relatives are trying to arrange a marriage

Ideals: Logical, Fighting. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Family. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Spits and sputters

Possessions: 1100 pp. A small bag of saffron. (70 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1600 gp). A delicate silver chain set with a tourmaline (70 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (400 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1300 gp). Gold music box (3000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (80 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1300 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (3000 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). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (900 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1300 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (900 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1300 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1300 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (900 gp).

Description: A woman with thick toned arms and a paunchy gut. She dresses like a well dressed Barrister does. Her white hair is lengthy. Her red eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. She has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: Armara wants to be seen as a stoic, levelheaded, noble Druid, so she tries to act the part. She does a good job, for the most part... She will do just about anything if she becomes convinced it is for someone's true love, of this she is easily convinced.

History: She got into the Barrister business at a young age. She helped her father out around the business and became quite the natural. She struck the Barrister job and began her own company from there.

Motivation: Wants her loneliness to end.

Ideals: Athletic, Disciplined. Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Job, Has a crush. Occupation: Barrister

Voice: Jittery and nervous

Possessions: 1200 pp. Alexandrite (1400 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (1600 gp). Alexandrite (1400 gp). Blue star sapphire (1600 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: He is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down. He carries with him a set of falchions on his belt, each one with a amethyst on the hilt. His hair is brown and curly. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: While he acts the brute, he is far gentler than he would appear. He is terrible with names forgetting people's names several times before they finally stick; this causes him no end of embarrassment.

History: Born in a small village he learned the ways of the warrior from his mother. Brilliant and gifted he never wanted to apply himself. When he grew older, he became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. He began work as a mercenary for hire. He would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: An old rival family wants him found; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Fighting, Gifted. Flaws: Forgetful. Bonds: Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Eastern European accent

Possessions: 300 pp. Hematite (11 gp). Alexandrite (1100 gp). Violet garnet (1100 gp). Deep blue spinel (1100 gp). Peridot (30 gp). Coral (70 gp). Amethyst (70 gp). Silver pearl (70 gp). Rock crystal (30 gp). 1 Minor magic item.