Description: This man is very fat, and tends to wear a large black jacket. His hair is blue and very short. His voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: He is a melancholic, but persistent worker. He resents family life and as such spurns the advances of admirers. He constantly seizes attention wherever he goes and has come to expect this respect from everyone. He likes to think of himself as merciful, but nonetheless is very strict.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when dire rats swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. While he appears to be a normal Tiefling, he's... not quite right. Perhaps he's slightly insane, or otherwise so mentally alien to the rest of the world that he plain doesn't fit in. Days after completing his studies, news broke out that his hometown was attacked by dire rats. Mormo was horrified and prayed that his mother was alright. However, he heard that his mother had died fighting off the dire rats.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs; and he feels kind of lost in life

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly, Insane, Depressed. Bonds: Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Masseuse

Voice: growls and snarls, animalistic

Possessions: 9000 gp. Peridot (30 gp). Pink pearl (120 gp). Deep green spinel (120 gp). Chrysoberyl (120 gp).

Description: He is an average looking southern male in his early mid-life. He is wearing a long, brown, dusty cloak. His golden hair is braided into rings. His skin is flawless and his hazel eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: He is irritable and easily angered. He is a bit of a bully and is not afraid to use his stature and powers to intimidate and hurt. He claims to be unscrupulous but at the end of the day he will do what he thinks is right.

History: A child with a great deal of singing talent his parents made sure he got the chance to thrive. Guy was born on a far southern forest where he grew up under the tutelage of his mother, an expert Bricklayer. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: He uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs; and wishes to resurrect an old love

Ideals: Justice, Artistic. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, In love, Immigrant. Occupation: Bricklayer

Voice: Pronounces difficult words wrong

Possessions: 6000 gp. Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (600 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (600 gp).

Description: He dresses in collared shirts and wears a proper scarf over his head. He sports a flattop fur cut. His copper eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: Friendly and accommodating he would invite many more into his home than his spouse would be comfortable with if they did not express concern about it. He never wears the same outfit twice, unless he absolutely has to.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Navigator hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. 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: Retire the richest man in the west; and to reunite with his old friends

Ideals: Philantrophist, Artistic, Entrepeneur. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Navigator

Voice: Hard of hearing, loud

Possessions: 400 pp. Gold music box (1000 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (2200 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2200 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (180 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (800 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 (60 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2200 gp). Solid gold idol (1100 gp). Jeweled gold crown (4000 gp).

Description: This woman wears long strands of emerald and short blue dresses (or suits) accompanied by the proper stockings and shoes, with gloves of varying lengths. She is muscular with a powerful set of arms. Her black hair is singed and shortened. She has gleaming, smiling gray eyes.

Personality: Nyx speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. She is clearly well-traveled and educated. She pushes her goals aggressively. She is also a coward if confronted.

History: The child of a Masseuse, who enjoyed hunting, Nyx was taken on many hunting expeditions. A gypsy cursed her at a young age, leading to her ugly appearance. She has built up a small fortune and can afford her own way.

Motivation: She is greedy; and she has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly, Fearful. Bonds: Rich, Nature. Occupation: Carter

Voice: Slow speaker

Possessions: 24000 gp. A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (50 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (500 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (6000 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (6000 gp). A small bag of saffron. (50 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (6000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). A small bag of saffron. (50 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (600 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (100 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1200 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (600 gp). Silver ewer (50 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1200 gp). Jeweled gold crown (6000 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (600 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1700 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (500 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (100 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 (50 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This man stands a little under 6'6" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. His black hair is braided into rings. His eyes are red and catlike.

Personality: He is very quiet and rarely speaks above a whisper. He is however greedy and will demand payment and proof of collateral's value and will produce a merchant's scale to make sure he is not cheated out of a speck.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his father and mother. His father taught him the rudiments of the Shepherd arts, while his mother instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. He inherited a moderately successful company from his father. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. He hasn't been sleeping well lately.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs; and retire the richest man in the north

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Shy, Insomniac. Bonds: Rich, Religious. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: High pitched and raspy

Possessions: 3000 gp. Black opal (1100 gp). Azurite (11 gp). Black pearl (300 gp). Eye agate (11 gp). Rock crystal (60 gp). Rhodochrosite (11 gp). Zircon (60 gp). Carnelian (60 gp). Golden pearl (70 gp). Citrine (60 gp). Coral (70 gp). Violet garnet (300 gp). Deep blue spinel (300 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He wears a lot of dark rich colors, with gold accents. He carries with him a set of shortspears, each one with a aquamarine on the hilt. He only wears one on his belt and the other on his back. His red hair and beard is wavy and long. His voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: He takes his job very seriously, in part because he fears he cannot get a new one. He has a hair trigger and will fly into rage over the tiniest perceived slights.

History: Uthemar was born with his mother's beautiful face. 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 is untrained/undisciplined, which makes him dangerous.

Motivation: To be a Masseuse again; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Insane, Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Job. Occupation: Spy

Voice: Old thin voice

Possessions: 1500 pp. Old masterpiece painting (800 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (120 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (120 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (800 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (800 gp). A detailed rose, with petals and thorns, constructed of silver and electrum (60 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Jeweled gold crown (7000 gp). A life-sized copper and silver statuette of a cockatrice. (60 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (800 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1200 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (1000 gp). Old masterpiece painting (800 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1200 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (900 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (1000 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (900 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (1000 gp). Solid gold idol (900 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (120 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (2400 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (5000 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (120 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This late middle aged woman wears a blue costume with the symbols of death on her torso and is in decent physical shape. She has slicked back black hair. Her thin eyebrows rest above her beady brown eyes.

Personality: Ranala is depressed about a lot of things. She tends to be a nihilist. She receives visions of the future at random moments

History: Gifted from a young age, Ranala studied abroad. She was taken as a slave by a traveling circus and forced to perform Unlike her family, who was content to work in a sleepy main town, she wanted to work in the city. She has been working here for the past few years.

Motivation: She seems to be bored by most things.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Depressed, Mundane. Bonds: Slave. Occupation: Knight

Voice: Scratchy, weak

Possessions: 8000 gp. Tiger eye turquoise (15 gp). Zircon (20 gp). Citrine (20 gp). Obsidian (15 gp). 1 Medium magic item.