Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. He sports a flattop hair cut. This green eyed westerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: Qualen speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. He is clearly well-traveled and educated. He is a ruthless business man, a trait he acquired from his mother.

History: He was born into a rich family. Since his mother passed away years ago, his father had doted on him, and he came to think her himself as special and better than other people in town. A notion that was reinforced by his attractiveness, a trait in which he easily excels the other men of his town. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: He doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes.

Ideals: Impeccable, Entrepeneur. Bonds: Immigrant, Rich, Attractive. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Slurs words

Possessions: 9000 gp. Golden yellow topaz (800 gp). Obsidian (11 gp). Chalcedony (40 gp). Black pearl (800 gp). Alexandrite (800 gp). Alexandrite (800 gp). Bloodstone (40 gp). Red garnet (150 gp). Deep green spinel (150 gp). Chalcedony (40 gp). Bloodstone (40 gp). Eye agate (11 gp). Obsidian (11 gp). Clear bright green emerald (7000 gp). Blue star sapphire (1500 gp). Alexandrite (800 gp). Coral (150 gp). Alexandrite (800 gp). Blue quartz (11 gp). Moss agate (11 gp). Pink pearl (150 gp). Lapis lazuli (11 gp).

Description: This woman sports violet clothing, slightly heavier than average wear. She has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized amethyst on her right hand. She has wavy chestnut hair. She is baby faced.

Personality: Always inclined to offer people food she seems plenty friendly. She lacks restraint and is impulsive. She jumps in and acts without thinking all too often.

History: She was born at the edge of vast desert. Syllin liked to wander the woods near her home when she was young, something she still likes to do at least once a week. She never liked modest clothing or shoes, so she would wander the woods barefoot and lightly dressed, and she developed a good sense of balance and learned how to climb and swim well. She used her abilities to travel the world and help people.

Motivation: Money/treasure.

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Rich, Nature. Occupation: Baker

Voice: Uses sign language

Possessions: 200 pp. Golden circlet with four aquamarines (2000 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (900 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (900 gp). Gold cup set with emeralds (4000 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (3000 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (120 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (120 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (120 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1200 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1200 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (900 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1200 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (3000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (120 gp). Jeweled gold crown (7000 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1200 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (900 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1200 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (900 gp).

Description: This man wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. He has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized topaz on his right hand. His blue crest is still thick. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: He is a sleazy, sleazy guy. He has no qualms about using his powers of suggestion to get people to do what he wants. He does not trust anyone and sleeps with one eye open.

History: He was born several months after his father was called into army service. He struck it rich when he found rare goods in large quantities. He knows his nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but him.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it; and money/treasure

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Military. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Eastern European accent

Possessions: 800 pp. Tiger eye turquoise (16 gp). Bloodstone (20 gp). Emerald (700 gp). Eye agate (16 gp). Lapis lazuli (16 gp). Alexandrite (800 gp). Aquamarine (800 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He wears tight fitting pants and leather jackets. He usually doesn't wear a shirt. He is bald on top and has large chestnut tufts of hair around his ears. His hazel eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: He swings through moods quickly. One moment he is cool and collected, the next he is carried away by passions. His brief stint in the army gave him the idea he was invincible and that he is the toughest man alive.

History: Adrik was born in the west. At a young age he loved to build and create. His mother was a mechanic, and taught him how to fix just about anything. He remains aloof and afraid to be himself due to all the ideals others have placed upon him.

Motivation: Meet up once more with his childhood friend; and he desires power and/or immortality

Ideals: Passionate, Persistence. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Military, Adventurer. Occupation: Sage

Voice: Scandinavian accent

Possessions: 2100 pp. Red-brown spinel (80 gp). Blue sapphire (500 gp). Lapis lazuli (12 gp). Jade (80 gp). Deep green spinel (80 gp). Moss agate (12 gp). Rock crystal (70 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1300 gp). Chrysoprase (70 gp). Red garnet (80 gp). Freshwater pearl (12 gp). Silver pearl (80 gp). Onyx (70 gp). Blue sapphire (500 gp). Chrysoprase (70 gp). Aquamarine (1300 gp). Tourmaline (80 gp). Blue quartz (12 gp). Red spinel (80 gp). Freshwater pearl (12 gp). Azurite (12 gp). Sard (70 gp). Citrine (70 gp). Peridot (70 gp). Pink pearl (80 gp). Hematite (12 gp).

Description: This fat eastern woman has a bulbous nose and wears a blue cloak and cross-gartered black stockings. Her skin is also unnaturally pale. She keeps her silver hair in a flapper bob. Her fierce brown eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: She hates giants. She views them as having robbed her home of its proper glory. She can see the true alignment of people by looking at them, and uses this to pass judgement.

History: She was always a brilliant, if unscrupulous mind. Her parents enrolled her in a Druid school at a young age so that she could practice her arcane talents. She routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: Many giants want her driven away; and someone believes her a fraud

Ideals: Gifted, Logical. Flaws: Ugly, Insane. Bonds: Enemies. Occupation: Weaver

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 500 pp. Jet (60 gp). Rock crystal (80 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: 5'5" and lanky with angular features, he is an attractive figure. He is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright tan and white, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. He has a very tight haircut. His fierce hazel eyes like to dwell on things.

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 is skeptical of what others tell him and is slow to trust.

History: He was born on a small isolated farm. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Adventurer work with an outfit from a few towns over. Adventurer work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and to be a seamstress again

Flaws: Antagonistic, Shy. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Nature, Job. Occupation: Adventurer

Voice: Soothing and warm

Possessions: 1000 pp. Jeweled anklet (2000 gp). Silver ewer (90 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (3000 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1000 gp). Jeweled gold crown (3000 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (150 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1000 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (150 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He appears as an extremely gaunt Dwarf, and stands approximately 4'4". He wears an amalgamation of clothes and depending on the season will wear more layers of the continuing hodge podge, and his gloved hand is found clutching a nunchaku. His hair is always cut to a buzz. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He swings through moods quickly. One moment he is cool and collected, the next he is carried away by passions. When he's not drinking or sleeping the drinks off, he's doing singing.

History: A child with a great deal of singing talent his parents made sure he got the chance to thrive. He always admired martial-users and wanted to develop the talent, but never had the affinity for it. Unlike his family, who was content to work in a sleepy main town, he wanted to work in the city. He has been working here for the past few years.

Motivation: To protect his home; and he seems to be bored by most things

Ideals: Passionate, Artistic, Gifted. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Guardian. Occupation: Brewer

Voice: Slow speaker

Possessions: 400 pp. Rock crystal (80 gp). Onyx (80 gp). Red-brown spinel (90 gp). Deep blue spinel (800 gp). Coral (90 gp). Golden pearl (90 gp). Deep green spinel (90 gp). Moss agate (8 gp). Bloodstone (80 gp). White pearl (90 gp). Obsidian (8 gp). Black star sapphire (500 gp). Jasper (80 gp). Pink pearl (90 gp). Moonstone (80 gp). Aquamarine (800 gp). Aquamarine (800 gp). Sardonyx (80 gp). Deep blue spinel (800 gp). Coral (90 gp).