Description: A moderately attractive man, he likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. He keeps his brown hair in a pixie cut. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his violet eyes.

Personality: He is mildly Half-Orc supremacist, though he does not identify as such. He is used to getting what he wants. In part because he is a meticulous planner.

History: He was born several months after his mother was called into army service. His mother was a soldier and died while he was still young. Skog was left his mother's suit of armor and trained in its use and care. He was forced to fight in gladiatorial arenas alongside his partner. They became the best of friends and one day they managed to break out together and then went their separate ways.

Motivation: A strong sense of loyalty to Elven people.

Ideals: Professionalism. Flaws: Racist, Depressed. Bonds: Attractive, Military. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Speaks with a cold

Possessions: 600 pp. Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). Jeweled anklet (2000 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (30 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (400 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2600 gp). Gold music box (2000 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (30 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (500 gp).

Description: An older man who is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior, he is not a threatening figure. His red hair is singed and shortened. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: He hates dire rats. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. He loves being with his children and actually smiles when they are around. He would do anything for them. He dislikes his ex a great deal.

History: He was born in the east, but his parents moved at a very young age to the south. Ostracized due to the druidic powers of his oldest sister, he and his siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Tieflings became a terror of the countryside. Due to his spouse's obsession with being a Gardener they were divorced and he won custody of their daughter. He worked as a Banker, and he later adopted a second daughter.

Motivation: His name or reputation has been wronged in the past by dire rats, and he desires to right it.

Ideals: Fighting, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Enemies, Family, Immigrant. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Spits and sputters

Possessions: 2000 gp. A delicate silver chain set with a tourmaline (20 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (30 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (1000 gp). A delicate silver chain set with a tourmaline (20 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (200 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (30 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2200 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (2200 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (500 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (30 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (30 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (200 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (30 gp). A detailed rose, with petals and thorns, constructed of silver and electrum (20 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 (20 gp). Solid gold idol (1100 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (30 gp). A small bag of saffron. (20 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp).

Description: This younger middle-aged woman wears very tight pants and wife beaters, though occasionally she sports a blue coat, and a wedding ring on her left hand. Her silver hair is wavy and long. Her gray unseeing eyes seem to look past you.

Personality: She is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as she rather likes the sound of her voice. Her demeanor is somewhat feminine. She does not regard money as being a problem because it has never been a problem for her. She lives in a bit of an ivory tower believing all problems are one quick intervention away from being solved.

History: Oppah was born with her mother's beautiful face. She was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. Her spouse died of illness and she inherited everything. She hopes to save up enough money to one day pay a cleric to cure her.

Motivation: Wishes to resurrect an old love; and she uses money and sex appeal to get what she needs

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: In love, Rich, Attractive. Occupation: Slave Trader

Voice: Dutch accent

Possessions: 1500 pp. Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2800 gp). A detailed rose, with petals and thorns, constructed of silver and electrum (100 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (900 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1400 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (3000 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (3000 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1400 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (2300 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1400 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (900 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (40 gp). Solid gold idol (800 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (900 gp). Gold and ruby ring (3000 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (2300 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (800 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (100 gp). Old masterpiece painting (2300 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (1000 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (40 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (3000 gp). Gold music box (1000 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (40 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (40 gp). A delicate brass dragon egg (100 gp). 1 Major magic item.

Description: She is a physically imposing dark-skinned woman. She wears tattered old clothes. She has wavy blonde hair. Her brown eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: She trusts no one. She is not readily capable for forgiveness and her ire never leaves her. 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: Jane was born into a poor family. Growing up, she dreamt of becoming a Druid, to bring honor to her family’s name. When she came of age, she applied for a position with her town's local guard, looking to work her way up via merit and eventually become a Druid in service of a powerful lord somewhere. She found a children's book about a Human 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. When she grew older, she became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. She began work as a mercenary for hire. She would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: To reunite with her old friends; and she has passion for adventuring and risk

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Stylist

Voice: Whispers

Possessions: 900 pp. Rock crystal (70 gp). Rich purple corundum (1000 gp). Jasper (70 gp). Pink diamond (7000 gp). Golden pearl (50 gp). Aquamarine (900 gp). Violet garnet (900 gp). Aquamarine (900 gp). Emerald (1000 gp). Jade (50 gp). Alexandrite (900 gp). Chrysoberyl (50 gp). Malachite (14 gp). Deep blue spinel (900 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This woman wears a faded coat and loose pants complete with top hat. She has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized emerald on her left hand. Her moppish auburn hair is in a traditional bowl cut. Her green eyes peer out from beneath her top red hat.

Personality: She is curt in most of her responses. She prefers to keep her word usage to a minimum to avoid giving away unnecessary information. She has a cruel streak; something she gained from her previous mentor. She harbors resentment against her former mentor.

History: When she was but 8 years old her parents immigrated from the east. She has chosen to use the inheritance that was left to her frivolously. 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: She has money and likes to spend it; and someone believes her a fraud

Flaws: Shy, Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Mentor, Immigrant. Occupation: Tanner

Voice: Laughs frequently while speaking

Possessions: 6000 gp. Jeweled anklet (1000 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (160 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (600 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (160 gp).

Description: She wears a tight fitting blue shirt and pants. She carries with her a set of quarterstaffs on her belt, each one with a ruby on the hilt. She keeps her red hair in a flapper bob. She has several tiny ruby earrings on each ear.

Personality: She goes out her way to put a smile on everyone's face. There's no-one she won't accept into her heart. She moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep her interest for a month it is impressive.

History: She comes from a rich northern family. She inherited a moderately successful company from her mother. Under her leadership it has flourished, and using capital from her venture she effectively owns an entire region. She now mingles about in high society.

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

Ideals: Fighting, Optimist. Flaws: Insane, Hedonist. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Adds syll-ab-les for em-pha-sis

Possessions: 14000 gp. Amethyst (100 gp). Blue quartz (4 gp). Azurite (4 gp). Alexandrite (400 gp). Red-brown spinel (100 gp). Rhodochrosite (4 gp). Red spinel (100 gp). Onyx (60 gp). Sardonyx (60 gp). Red spinel (100 gp). Banded agate (4 gp). Black star sapphire (700 gp). Emerald (700 gp). Violet garnet (400 gp). Violet garnet (400 gp). 1 Major magic item.

Description: 3'8" and muscular, this southern man wears a tattered pair of loose blue pants, a matching torn shirt, and a visible pair of similar condition same color briefs. His hair is always cut to a buzz. His eyes are gray and he is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: In the realm of puns, he cannot help himself. He feels obliged to make them. 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 born in the south, but his parents moved at a very young age to the east. He was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. He never won. He left for the south, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: He wants to meet his childhood hero.

Ideals: Athletic, Joker, Entrepeneur. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Speaks with squeezed throat

Possessions: 1100 pp. Obsidian (16 gp). Fire opal (700 gp). Violet garnet (1200 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (16 gp). Eye agate (16 gp). Carnelian (80 gp). Malachite (16 gp). Moonstone (80 gp). Jet (100 gp). White pearl (100 gp). Rock crystal (80 gp). Obsidian (16 gp).