Description: Dark and lean, he is a relatively plain man. He is renowned for his bright blue suits and hats. He has blonde hair. He has gleaming, smiling blue eyes.

Personality: He is fixated on the number 98. He counts his steps and bites of food to keep in track with it. He seems to be used to being ignored and not questioned about it. 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: Sold as a small child to a necromancer, Namfoodle was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. His childhood dream was to be a Miner, but he was a colossal failure. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to brigands demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: To end his boredom; and his name or reputation has been wronged in the past by brigands, and he desires to right it

Flaws: Insane, Mundane. Bonds: Enemies, Mentor, Job. Occupation: Laborer

Voice: Soft and mumbly

Possessions: 1000 gp. Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (300 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (140 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (1000 gp).

Description: He is dressed in an above average manner. His skin is fair and his fingers are delicate and long. His auburn hair is knotted and matted. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: He is a Soapmaker first and foremost. He believes firmly that knowledge should be universal. He loves teas. He is very sensitive about his face. To blow off anger he lifts weights and to control his otherwise explosive temper he works out a lot.

History: Gimble 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. From there he went from mercenary job to mercenary job. He tends to his Soapmaker job now, and dutifully fulfills any obligations he has.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark.

Ideals: Fighting. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Scottish accent

Possessions: 7000 gp. Amber (80 gp). Alexandrite (1100 gp). Chrysoprase (20 gp). Obsidian (6 gp). Jasper (20 gp). Carnelian (20 gp). Brown-green garnet (80 gp). Red garnet (80 gp). Iolite (20 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (6 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A man with a cold, calculating air about him, he wears tight fitting clothing which further accentuates his frame. He has shaved his head bald. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his brown eyes.

Personality: He shows great sympathy to all travelers. He's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. He takes great pride in his work and is very well organized. His planner is full of calendar events.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. He found a children's book about a Halfling Druid who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. He modeled his life after the story, seeing himself destined a hero. He has became unsatisfied with his lot in life, and decided to take up adventuring.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of his brother; and he has passion for adventuring and risk

Ideals: Philantrophist. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Mentor, Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: Aquamarine (1300 gp). Azurite (10 gp). Black opal (700 gp). Citrine (80 gp). Deep green spinel (80 gp). Carnelian (80 gp). Eye agate (10 gp). Star ruby (700 gp). Iolite (80 gp). Freshwater pearl (10 gp). Blue quartz (10 gp). Lapis lazuli (10 gp). Red spinel (80 gp). Alexandrite (1300 gp). Tourmaline (80 gp). Violet garnet (1300 gp). Violet garnet (1300 gp). Rich purple corundum (700 gp). Chrysoprase (80 gp). Jasper (80 gp). Eye agate (10 gp).

Description: She stands about 6'4" and wears rags and sports a simple walking cane. Her left leg appears badly burned and disfigured. Her red fur is knotted and matted. She is very pretty but has cold, dead eyes.

Personality: She never swears and excessively uses polite adverbs when speaking. She can see the true alignment of people by looking at them, and uses this to pass judgement.

History: Born in a small village she learned the ways of the warrior from her father. Ostracized due to the necromantic powers of her oldest sister, she and her siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Tabaxis became a terror of the countryside. Recently a tribe of drow attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Emerald fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever; and wants to have a good time and be beloved

Ideals: Optimist, Gifted, Fighting. Bonds: Poor, Attractive. Occupation: Servant

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 1400 pp. Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (120 gp). Gold cup set with emeralds (10000 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1600 gp). Jeweled anklet (2000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (300 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (2000 gp). Old masterpiece painting (2300 gp).

Description: Relatively heavier built than your average man, he is not imposing. He is dressed in a clean grey cloak covering his clean studded leather. He wears his black hair up in a very large beehive style do. He has a tattooed face.

Personality: He is a very happy person and has lots of energy. To put it simply, he's a very lovable idiot. He is used to getting what he wants. In part because he is a meticulous planner.

History: His history is one of pain. He was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves his parents kept. Ostracized due to the divine powers of his oldest sister, he and his siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Dwarves became a terror of the countryside. He was granted divine powers by his dying sister.

Motivation: His name or reputation has been wronged in the past by brigands, and he desires to right it; and a deep hatred of brigands

Ideals: Optimist, Professionalism, Gifted. Bonds: Slave, Enemies. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: Relaxed voice

Possessions: 500 pp. Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (3000 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (110 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (600 gp). Jeweled gold crown (7000 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (3000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Jeweled anklet (3000 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (110 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (3000 gp). Solid gold idol (500 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A woman with a calm yet intense air about her, she is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers her face most of the time. Her long white crest is drawn into a two foot long braid. She wears an eyepatch.

Personality: Confrontational and typically high on some drug or another. She has a small toy that she constantly fidgets with.

History: A studious child she never was much for a social life, not because she was unlikable, but because she did not seek it out. She has chosen to use the inheritance that was left to her frivolously. She's since become an addict/alcoholic.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often; and she is greedy

Ideals: Gifted, Athletic. Flaws: Ugly, Addict. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Servant

Voice: Sensual and smooth

Possessions: 1000 pp.

Description: A man of a pale complexion, he wears a custom-built plate barding that's adorned with green lining and desert motifs. He has wavy bronze crest. His eyes are likewise red. His teeth are white and perfect.

Personality: He is calm most of the time but flees social interaction. He takes great joy in being the best Masseuse in town.

History: His arcane talent manifested at a young age. Aiming to upstage a rival house, his parents had him trained. Brilliant and gifted he never wanted to apply himself. He has gone from town to town till he finds a spot where he can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: Balancing his hectic life and new Masseuse responsibilities is difficult.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Job. Occupation: Masseuse

Voice: Speaks with squeezed throat

Possessions: 6000 gp. A necklace of small pink pearls (3000 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (700 gp). A silver and pearl hairclip (60 gp). 1 Medium magic item.