Description: This younger middle-aged woman wears clothing that is held on in multiple layers but all of it is in poor condition, and a wedding ring on her left hand. She is bald on top and has large golden tufts of hair around her ears. Judging by the bloodshot nature of her eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine she has not slept for days.

Personality: Hatae hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate her. It was this clingy personality that held back her painting career. She does not trust anyone and sleeps with one eye open.

History: She was born to loving parents in a slum to the north. She has had some formal painting training, and achieved minor success. She has since married many spouses, only to have them die. She claims to not be responsible.

Motivation: Wants a kiss; and wishes to resurrect an old love

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Insomniac. Bonds: Poor, In love. Occupation: Map Maker

Voice: Sighs a lot, exhausted

Possessions: 8000 gp. Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (800 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (110 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A stocky darker skinned woman, she wears a tan shirt with thin black vertical stripes and blue pants. Her hair is blonde and curly. Her face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. Her spectacle hidden eyes are a deep hazel.

Personality: While she acts the brute, she is far gentler than she would appear. She will pursue extreme courses of action in the short term, confident that they cannot fail.

History: Born in the east to a Sculptor, Adrie learned a great deal about her father's area of expertise. 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 Sculptor. She has never given up on her painting dream.

Motivation: She is greedy; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Fighting, Artistic. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Job, Rich. Occupation: Sculptor

Voice: German accent

Possessions: 1200 pp. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: She is a husky woman, who wears a robe, a symbol of death around her neck, and a warhammer on her belt. Her black hair is wavy and long. Her blue eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

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. Despite her manner, she is extremely passionate and proud of her job, and she prides herself in being thorough and never missing a detail.

History: She grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. She dropped out of school to support her sick father, and resented it. She inherited the family business which she has now maintained for 12 years.

Motivation: Wants to raise her children well; and to end her boredom

Ideals: Fighting, Logical. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Family, Job. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 9000 gp. Sardonyx (40 gp). Star rose quartz (40 gp). White opal (1100 gp). Jet (40 gp). Eye agate (9 gp). Obsidian (9 gp). Black pearl (1200 gp). Azurite (9 gp). Smoky quartz (40 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: She stands about 4'9" and wears brown trousers with white and tan striped suspenders. She wears various colorful collared shirts. Her left hand appears badly burned and disfigured. Her fur, while still mostly lavender, has prominent grey streaks. Her yellow eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: She considers herself a woman of culture and sophistication. She likes a good challenge to her wits. Further she is a bit of a stoner and is frequently out of it.

History: She was born in a small plains village. Her family was turned out during the war. She and her family wandered west to less war torn lands. She got away from her former life and has fallen to alcoholism.

Motivation: She feels the way she acts is they only way to get by in the world; and nothing but the best is good enough for her

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Addict, PTSD. Bonds: Nature. Occupation: Laborer

Voice: Timid voice

Possessions: 10000 gp. Lapis lazuli (12 gp). Blue sapphire (1100 gp). Rhodochrosite (12 gp). Rich purple corundum (1100 gp). Blue diamond (4000 gp). Freshwater pearl (12 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 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 wears a large hat to cast shadows over his face and wears ponchos to better hide his body. His hair is cut close to his head. His skin is flawless and his hazel eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: He likes to be helpful to his clients. He likes to prescribe proper advice to his clients. He feeds upon the attention of others.

History: Igden lived on a farm with his mother, near the main road leading to a nearby town. In his 16th year, his parents were killed by a orcs raid, leaving Igden alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, he was adopted. He's also a talented Hunter, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of his sister; and a deep hatred of orcs

Bonds: Immigrant, Attractive, Job, Family, Enemies. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Low and grunting

Possessions: 1100 pp. Rock crystal (70 gp). Rich purple corundum (400 gp). Violet garnet (300 gp). Golden pearl (80 gp). Golden yellow topaz (300 gp). Jet (80 gp). Star rose quartz (70 gp). Brown-green garnet (80 gp).

Description: This fat northern man has a bulbous nose and wears a brown coat over a black low-cut shirt, and a top hat upon his head. His skin is also unnaturally pale. His chestnut hair is still thick. His fierce blue eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: He misses his glory days as an athlete. He does not mind his job, but it is boring in comparison. Despite his manner, he is extremely passionate and proud of his job, and he prides himself in being thorough and never missing a detail.

History: Cory was born into a poor family. Growing up, he dreamt of becoming a Druid, to bring honor to his family’s name. When he came of age, he applied for a position with his town's local guard, looking to work his way up via merit and eventually become a Druid in service of a powerful lord somewhere. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Half-Orc companion (his 'brother'). He became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: Meet up once more with his childhood friend; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job, Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Adventurer

Voice: Spits and sputters

Possessions: 1000 gp. Jeweled anklet (3000 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (1000 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (3000 gp). A delicate silver chain set with a tourmaline (70 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (400 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (8000 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A well shaped woman just over fifty, she likes to wear ponchos typically of a light black in addition to tight pants. Her dark red hair is braided into rings. She wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: She is quiet and unassuming. She ignores others and carries on with her job unassumingly. Energy wise she seems alert and responsive.

History: Born in a small village she learned the ways of the warrior from her mother. She found a children's book about a Tiefling Druid who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. She modeled her life after the story, seeing herself destined a hero. She then took over the family business and is one of the better Courier for hire.

Motivation: She'd like to take her coworkers down a peg.

Ideals: Professionalism, Fighting. Bonds: Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Smoker's lung

Possessions: 1000 pp. Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (500 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (5000 gp). A finely crafted rug of intricate, geometric designs worked with silver threading (20 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.