Description: She is of a modest build and height, but she carries herself more imposing than she is. She wears a grey cloak and cross-gartered blue stockings. Her hair is blonde, silky, and of moderate length. Her violet eyes peer out from beneath her feathered grey hat.

Personality: She dislikes all the random violence that takes place in the west. She dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. Her biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: Trained by her mother for as long as she can remember she had it drilled in her head that it was her duty to serve her country. She couldn't stand her childhood mentor and eventually formed a pact with her mentor's previously failed apprentice to rebel. When their plan failed the mentor lashed out against both of them and fled. She has achieved small success as a Sculptor.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and she wants nothing more than to rejoin the army

Ideals: Pacifist, Logical. Bonds: Attractive, Military, Mentor. Occupation: Sculptor

Voice: French accent

Possessions: 2000 gp. Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (110 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1000 gp). Gold cup set with emeralds (4000 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (800 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). Gold music box (3000 gp). Jeweled gold crown (5000 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (800 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (110 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1500 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (3000 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1000 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (3000 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (3000 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A man with thick toned arms and a paunchy gut. He is wearing a tight grey one piece outfit complete with pants, hood, and a cape. His top hat is riddled with cuts and holes. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. He would rather hide behind his crafts than deal with other people.

History: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. He was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. He never won. Since then, he has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often; and he is unsatisfied with his job

Ideals: Athletic, Optimist, Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Occupation: Baker

Voice: Low and grunting

Possessions: 4000 gp. Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (1000 gp). A small bag of saffron. (90 gp). A small bag of saffron. (90 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (900 gp). Jeweled anklet (2000 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (600 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (3000 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (60 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (7000 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1100 gp). A silver and pearl hairclip (90 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 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. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Wearing a closed helm and plate, one would not know what he was had he not made sure his armor was more form fitting than normal. Outside of the suit he is wearing a long, red, dusty cloak. His brown hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: Aside from being a little slow due to sleep deprivation he is generally quite perceptive. He notices little details and can draw good conclusions from them. He will do just about anything if he becomes convinced it is for someone's true love, of this he is easily convinced.

History: He was born several months after his mother was called into army service. He moved from fad to fad and when he turned 15 he discovered painting. He hasn't been sleeping well lately.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and he desires power and/or immortality

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Has a crush, Military, Adventurer. Occupation: Brewer

Voice: Sensual and smooth

Possessions: 1100 pp. Blue quartz (15 gp). Deep green spinel (100 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (15 gp). Obsidian (15 gp). Malachite (15 gp). Freshwater pearl (15 gp). Chrysoberyl (100 gp). Eye agate (15 gp).

Description: She stands about 4'11" and likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. Her right leg appears badly burned and disfigured. She has white hair. Her skin is flawless and her hazel eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: She is shy and timid. She has not had much interaction with people and is skittish around 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: Her history is one of pain. She was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves her parents kept. She was taken as a slave by a traveling circus and forced to perform She was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching her a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: She's repulsed by the PC.

Flaws: Shy, Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Slave. Occupation: Baker

Voice: French accent

Possessions: 500 pp. Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (900 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2500 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Gold cup set with emeralds (5000 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (700 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1500 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (6000 gp). Solid gold idol (900 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (900 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1500 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (900 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2500 gp). Finely wrought small gold bracelet (40 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1100 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (100 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This malnourished woman wears loose pants and a collared shirt complete with sweater beneath her coat. Her white hair is long and unkept. Her brown eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. She has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: She is a jovial happy person, but she is convinced people are living their lives too quickly. She is a great chef.

History: She was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of her parents. She always admired druidic-users and wanted to develop the talent, but never had the affinity for it. She was granted druidic powers by her dying sister.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved; and she has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Optimist, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Addict. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Sellsword

Voice: Russian accent

Possessions: 1000 pp. White opal (800 gp). Banded agate (7 gp). Chalcedony (20 gp). Onyx (20 gp). Moonstone (20 gp).

Description: She is of a modest build and height, but she carries herself more imposing than she is. She wears tattered old clothes. Her hair is brown and curly. Her amber eyes dart from person to person.

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. Her actions favor neither the good nor the evil, as she answers to a power that mortal women fail to acknowledge.

History: She was always a brilliant, if unscrupulous mind. Through the years after Mardnab was born, her father became increasingly distant from her family, instead choosing to pursue power in the west. Mardnab's father didn't care for her much, and the feeling was mutual. After a long history of fighting, Mardnab and her spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: She is compelled to act according to her religious beliefs; and to share knowledge with the world

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Insane. Bonds: Religious. Occupation: Spy

Voice: Jamaican accent

Possessions: 5000 gp. Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (160 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (600 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (160 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (160 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (6000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (2100 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (600 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (160 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (600 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (700 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (2100 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: She stands about 5'0" and typically wears a sleeveless long coat of deep violet leather and dull grey iron scale mail. Her left hand appears badly burned and disfigured. Her white hair is still thick. Her face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. Her spectacle hidden eyes are a deep blue.

Personality: She fancies herself a trickster and likes to rely on her wits to carry the day. She cares for her older siblings and likes to be recognized by them. Flattery will make her almost putty in your hands.

History: She comes from a rich northern family. As a young adult she joined a group advocating for an improvement in Half-Elven conditions. She knows her nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but her.

Motivation: Regain custody of her son; and her relatives are trying to arrange a marriage

Flaws: Selfish, Racist. Bonds: Family, Rich. Occupation: Barber

Voice: Speaks fast with a slight lisp

Possessions: 600 pp. Alexandrite (1600 gp). Rose (30 gp). Tourmaline (70 gp). Obsidian (11 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (11 gp). Jacinth (3000 gp). Aquamarine (1600 gp). Bloodstone (30 gp). Black opal (1600 gp). Violet garnet (1600 gp). Citrine (30 gp). Obsidian (11 gp). Blue sapphire (1600 gp). Carnelian (30 gp). Lapis lazuli (11 gp).