Description: This late middle aged woman wears violet trousers with white and pastel striped suspenders. She wears various colorful collared shirts and is in decent physical shape. She has a very tight haircut. Her face is scarred and worn.

Personality: She is overprotective of those who hire her services. The war was a terrible time for her, and Heather does not often speak of it. When she does, she does so with a strained expression and tears in her eyes.

History: She comes from a rich southern family. She inherited a moderately successful company from her father. Under her leadership it has flourished, and using capital from her venture she effectively owns an entire region. 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 feels kind of lost in life; and she wants nothing more than to rejoin the army

Flaws: Ugly, Depressed. Bonds: Guardian, Military, Rich. Occupation: Carpenter

Voice: Indian accent

Possessions: 7000 gp. Pink pearl (100 gp). Rhodochrosite (5 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (5 gp). Sard (60 gp). Azurite (5 gp). Freshwater pearl (5 gp). Aquamarine (600 gp). Star ruby (1400 gp). Sard (60 gp). Obsidian (5 gp). Jet (100 gp).

Description: She is an average looking northern female in her early mid-life. She wears a worn and beaten armor. Her blonde hair is cut short with large spiked bangs in the front. She wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: Stoic and calm, she prefers to meditate than take action. She misses her home and complains about the freezing weather, even in summer.

History: Gifted from a young age, Lia studied abroad. She was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. Her spouse died of illness and she inherited everything. She left for the north, certain she would find work there.

Motivation: She made a deal with a demon which lead to her current lot in life, and she's becoming increasingly nervous about it; and she has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Disciplined, Gifted. Bonds: Immigrant, Rich, Debt. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: Gruff and masculine

Possessions: 7000 gp. Iolite (60 gp). Pink pearl (140 gp). Bloodstone (60 gp). Peridot (60 gp). Malachite (6 gp). Rich purple corundum (1000 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (6 gp). Golden yellow topaz (400 gp). Sardonyx (60 gp). Rose (60 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (6 gp). Blue sapphire (1000 gp). Black opal (1000 gp). Red-brown spinel (140 gp). Black opal (1000 gp). Star rose quartz (60 gp). Citrine (60 gp). Red spinel (140 gp). Silver pearl (140 gp). Sard (60 gp).

Description: He wears a weathered and beat up set of banded mail beneath an oversized brown coat. He has wavy red hair. His half smiles and blue eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: He is erratic and paranoid. He believes orcs are coming to abduct people. He lacks restraint and is impulsive. He jumps in and acts without thinking all too often.

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 Mayor hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. Days after completing his studies, news broke out that his hometown was attacked by orcs. Anselm was horrified and prayed that his mother was alright. However, he heard that his mother had died fighting off the orcs.

Motivation: Several ex partners dislike his way of doing things and want revenge; and his name or reputation has been wronged in the past by orcs, and he desires to right it

Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Attractive, Enemies, Poor. Occupation: Mayor

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: 5000 gp. Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (300 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (3000 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (500 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (500 gp). Carved bone or ivory statuette (80 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (500 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (1000 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (300 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (30 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (500 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (30 gp). Carved bone or ivory statuette (80 gp). A life-sized copper and silver statuette of a cockatrice. (80 gp). Jeweled anklet (2000 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1100 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This late middle aged man has the majority of his body covered in plate and is in decent physical shape. He has no hair. His violet eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: He has a massive crush on the younger sibling of the Blacksmith who has hired him part-time. He also has developed a complete distrust of the Barrister profession.

History: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. He dropped out of school before completing his studies. He then took over the family business and is one of the better Blacksmith for hire.

Motivation: He'd like to take his coworkers down a peg.

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Has a crush, Job. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: 200 pp. Iolite (30 gp). Chrysoberyl (100 gp). Star ruby (700 gp). Brown-green garnet (100 gp). Malachite (11 gp). Lapis lazuli (11 gp). Chrysoprase (30 gp). Carnelian (30 gp). Eye agate (11 gp). Blue star sapphire (700 gp). Violet garnet (800 gp). Carnelian (30 gp). Deep blue spinel (800 gp). Rich purple corundum (700 gp). Hematite (11 gp). Star ruby (700 gp). Rich purple corundum (700 gp). Sard (30 gp). Red-brown spinel (100 gp). Jade (100 gp). Rhodochrosite (11 gp). Alexandrite (800 gp). Sardonyx (30 gp). Moss agate (11 gp). Alexandrite (800 gp). Chrysoberyl (100 gp).

Description: A 2'11" eastern man, he wears many layers of old clothing at all times. His moppish red hair is in a traditional bowl cut. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He is mildly Halfling supremacist, though he does not identify as such. To his fellows he is seen as friendly and intelligent, but is angry and unforgiving to the so called fatcats and any who do and have associated with them.

History: His history is one of pain. He was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves his parents kept. His parents were killed by drow in a raid when he was still a young child. The drow captured him, and made him a slave and general play-thing. He was beaten and tortured regularly, leading to his deformed appearance. Days after completing his studies, news broke out that his hometown was attacked by drow. Silvo was horrified and prayed that his mother was alright. However, he heard that his mother had died fighting off the drow.

Motivation: Half-Elven compassion; and several ex partners dislike his way of doing things and want revenge

Flaws: Ugly, Racist, Insomniac. Bonds: Poor, Enemies, Slave. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Pronounces O like U

Possessions: 2000 pp. A small bag of saffron. (30 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (700 gp). Gold music box (2000 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (700 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1500 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1400 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (180 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1500 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1500 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1500 gp). Jeweled anklet (2000 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1500 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (1000 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1400 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1500 gp). A small bag of saffron. (30 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Gold music box (2000 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1500 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1500 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (180 gp).

Description: He stands about 6'10" and dresses like a well dressed Interpreter does. His right hand appears badly burned and disfigured. His white fur is singed and shortened. He is baby faced.

Personality: He barks his statements quickly and with little fuss. He prefers small words and is at his heart utilitarian. 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: Emerald lived on a farm with his father, near the main road leading to a nearby town. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He has drifted from career to career and currently works as a Interpreter.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and his relatives are trying to arrange a marriage

Flaws: Ugly, Terse. Bonds: Job, Family. Occupation: Interpreter

Voice: Whispers

Possessions: 8000 gp. Alexandrite (1500 gp). Pink pearl (80 gp). Red garnet (80 gp). White pearl (80 gp). Red spinel (80 gp). Deep green spinel (80 gp). Iolite (50 gp). Chalcedony (50 gp). Rose (50 gp). Amethyst (80 gp). Blue quartz (8 gp). Bloodstone (50 gp). Freshwater pearl (8 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: She wears suspenders and blue workpants. Her shirt is tan, and she wears a heavy blue leather apron most of the time. She is portly but not overly obese. Her red hair is lengthy. Her ears are large.

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 is frequently practicing swordplay.

History: She was born to loving parents in a slum to the north. She sought a place where she would be rewarded solely on the merits of her skills. This search led her directly into Ploughman work with an outfit from a few towns over. Ploughman work suited her well, and with each successful project, she earned more gold and more respect from her peers. She ran away from her former home and has been making her living as a Ploughman for the past few years.

Motivation: She wants nothing more than to rejoin the army; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Military, Poor, Job. Occupation: Ploughman

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 6000 gp. Jeweled electrum ring (4000 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (600 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp). Gold cup set with emeralds (4000 gp). A detailed rose, with petals and thorns, constructed of silver and electrum (30 gp). An elaborate, whalebone scrimshaw carving of intertwined orbs, each showing the legend of creation story (30 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.