Description: A hulking woman with gigantic muscles, she wears many layers of old clothing at all times. She has no hair. Judging by the bloodshot nature of her eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine she has not slept for days.

Personality: She is unhospitable to her core. Her small house has "No trespassing" Signs all over it. She also has developed a complete distrust of the Butcher profession.

History: She was born in a small desert village. When she came of age, she joined a caravan that would eventually take her to the capital. She would practice along the way and, when she arrived, be apprenticed to a Stableman. She inherited the family business which she has now maintained for 13 years.

Motivation: Balancing her hectic life and new Stableman responsibilities is difficult; and expand her business

Flaws: Ugly, Insomniac, Antagonistic. Bonds: Poor, Job, Nature. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Creaky witch voice

Possessions: 7000 gp. Red-brown spinel (160 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (1000 gp). Aquamarine (1100 gp). Rhodochrosite (11 gp). Lapis lazuli (11 gp). Onyx (60 gp). Black pearl (1100 gp). Moss agate (11 gp). Sardonyx (60 gp). Onyx (60 gp). Jade (160 gp). Fire opal (1000 gp). Chrysoberyl (160 gp). Fire opal (1000 gp). Golden pearl (160 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he wears a faded coat and loose pants complete with Stetson hat. His blue hair is braided into rings. His face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. His spectacle hidden eyes are a deep red.

Personality: He will use flattery and sarcasm to attack and weaken his opponents. Despite his formidable combat skills he remains a coward. Mamnen enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for his love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: Born to a Merchant, his mother struggled to pay the bills. He has had some formal dancing training, and achieved minor success. 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. Mamnen fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

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

Ideals: Fighting, Artistic. Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Crown-heir

Voice: Scratchy, weak

Possessions: 5000 gp. Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (700 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (130 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (700 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (130 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (5000 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (700 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1100 gp). Gold cup set with emeralds (5000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp).

Description: The dark-skinned woman stands 3'0" and wears well tailored gowns and hats with beautiful decoration. She is almost always dressed for an outing in high society. Her silver hair has been sun bleached extensively. She has several tiny jet earrings on each ear.

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. She receives visions of the future at random moments

History: She got into the Sage business at a young age. A gifted student she started as a Sellsword, but she got bored and became a Sage. She has gone from town to town till she finds a spot where she can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and she'd like to take her coworkers down a peg

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Job. Occupation: Sage

Voice: Gruff and masculine

Possessions: 6000 gp. Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (100 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (100 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (400 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (700 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp). Carved bone or ivory statuette (20 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (2000 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (2000 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (700 gp). Jeweled gold crown (5000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (4000 gp). Old masterpiece painting (400 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (400 gp). Solid gold idol (400 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (400 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1500 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1500 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: She is scrawny and has patchy black stubble. She tends to wear a large yellow jacket. She has a hunchback. She has no hair. Her gray unseeing eyes seem to look past you.

Personality: Here is a woman who knows she is the smartest in the room. She talks down to others constantly. She is able to fit into much smaller and tighter spaces than normal.

History: She was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. Galiena was born on a far eastern island where she grew up under the tutelage of her father, an expert Bookbinder. She moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for her.

Ideals: Impeccable, Gifted, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Disease. Bonds: Immigrant. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 10000 gp. Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1700 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (300 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1700 gp). Solid gold idol (800 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1200 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (300 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (2000 gp). Solid gold idol (800 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (1000 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1200 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). Jeweled anklet (1000 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (100 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (800 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (100 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (1000 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1700 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1700 gp). Solid gold idol (800 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1700 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (100 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1200 gp).

Description: A man with thick toned arms and a paunchy gut. He wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. His long black hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. He has several tiny aquamarine earrings on each ear.

Personality: He is a jovial happy person, but he is convinced people are living their lives too quickly. He lacks moral complications. He does what he is told to by employers but not much else. He spends his money on whatever he fancies at the time.

History: He is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. He was one of the best in his class, and was picked up by his current employer. He quickly showed his capability and was soon promoted to a head role. He inherited the family business which he has now maintained for 13 years.

Motivation: He'd like to take his coworkers down a peg; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Athletic, Optimist. Bonds: Rich, Job. Occupation: Performer

Voice: Voice breaks

Possessions: 1000 pp. Hematite (8 gp). Carnelian (70 gp). Azurite (8 gp). Sardonyx (70 gp). Silver pearl (110 gp). Aquamarine (1100 gp). Chalcedony (70 gp). Blue quartz (8 gp). Peridot (70 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This fat eastern man has a bulbous nose and wears a robe, a symbol of death around his neck, and a shortbow on his belt. His skin is also unnaturally pale. His hair, while still mostly golden, has prominent grey streaks. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: He has always had a great fascination with Human culture. He invented a lineage for himself and claims to be descended from several legendary heroes.

History: He was born at the edge of vast desert. Over the years he perfected his riding and shooting skills. Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: A strong sense of loyalty to Human people; and he has passion for adventuring and risk

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Racist. Bonds: Adventurer, Nature. Occupation: Servant

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: 1100 pp. Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (300 gp). A silver and pearl hairclip (10 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2900 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (170 gp). A detailed rose, with petals and thorns, constructed of silver and electrum (10 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2900 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (170 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (300 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (300 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (170 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (170 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (170 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (600 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (170 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (3000 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1200 gp).

Description: This northern woman wears tight fitting pants and leather jackets. She usually doesn't wear a shirt. Her clothes are grease stained in places. Her blonde hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. Her half smiles and green eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: She is quiet and anti-social and can barely make it a few minutes in conversation before her hampering stammer kicks in. She receives visions of the future at random moments

History: Born to a Bookbinder, her father struggled to pay the bills. Ostracized due to the necromantic powers of her oldest brother, she and her siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Halflings became a terror of the countryside. She moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: She feels kind of lost in life.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Shy, Depressed. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant, Attractive. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Spanish accent

Possessions: 5000 gp. Jeweled gold crown (3000 gp). A delicate brass dragon egg (50 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (2000 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (3000 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (5000 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (3000 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (900 gp). Jeweled gold crown (3000 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (5000 gp). 1 Medium magic item.