Description: He is an average looking northern male in his early mid-life. He wears a green vest and prefers blue and yellow shirts. His boots appear to have been at one point steel toed but are quite worn down. He wears a Stetson hat to hide his balding. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He tends to agree with only himself unless someone else's opinion sounds like he can profit from it. He tries to control his temper but he can't always stop himself from what he feels what must be done. He invented a lineage for himself and claims to be descended from several legendary heroes.

History: Tarhun was born the youngest of three triplets. A serious injury left his mother unemployed and in need of constant care. His family became saddled with debt trying to care for his infirm mother. Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: Wants to raise his children well; and he desires power and/or immortality

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Adventurer, Family, Debt. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Pirate accent

Possessions: 7000 gp. Pink pearl (40 gp). Silver pearl (40 gp). Citrine (40 gp). Blue diamond (6000 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This western woman's face is deformed and paralyzed on one side. As such, she slurs her words together. She is wearing a long, black, dusty cloak. Her silver hair is heavily combed to the right. She has red eyes.

Personality: She hates gnolls. She views them as having robbed her home of its proper glory. 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: Born in the west to a Bowyer, Kallista learned a great deal about her mother's area of expertise. Her mother was a mechanic, and taught her how to fix just about anything. 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: Doesn't want to be a Bowyer and was forced into it by her family; and she'd like to take her coworkers down a peg

Ideals: Persistence. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Enemies, Rich, Job, Family. Occupation: Bowyer

Voice: Hissing voice

Possessions: 1000 pp.

Description: He is a mite stocky and sports tan clothing, slightly heavier than average wear. His silver hair is cut jaggedly and amateurishly. His fair skin shows little sign of his aristocratic breeding.

Personality: He thrives on attention. He does whatever is in his power to gain the attention of whomever he deems a fit date. A friendly and beautiful Elf, he is rarely seen without a few beauties around his arms. Though a playboy in all rights, he is no lame duck.

History: When he was but 7 years old his parents immigrated from the west. He was one of the best in his class, and was picked up by his current employer. He quickly showed his capability and was soon promoted to a head role. He inherited the family business which he has now maintained for 4 years.

Motivation: Expand his business.

Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Job. Occupation: Barber

Voice: Soft and mumbly

Possessions: 1500 pp. Silver ewer (70 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1800 gp). Solid gold idol (600 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2200 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (70 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (2200 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (30 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1800 gp). A finely crafted rug of intricate, geometric designs worked with silver threading (70 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1800 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (30 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1800 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2200 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (900 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Gold and ruby ring (8000 gp). A life-sized copper and silver statuette of a cockatrice. (70 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (30 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (900 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He is an average looking southern male in his early mid-life. He prefers to wear white pants and tee shirts. His chestnut hair has been sun bleached extensively. His ears are large.

Personality: Eccentric and domineering, Ar-Karo will drive conversation. 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 the only child of a wealthy merchant. He was part of a huge silver rush, which was taken over by a mining company. The company confiscated a lot of silver, but the shipment was lost. He became a Animal Trainer soon after.

Motivation: He's looking for his big break; and to be a junk dealer again

Ideals: Extrovert, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Adventurer, Job. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: 700 pp. A necklace of small pink pearls (1000 gp). A life-sized copper and silver statuette of a cockatrice. (80 gp). Solid gold idol (1000 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (40 gp). A delicate brass dragon egg (80 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (4000 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (40 gp). Solid gold idol (1000 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (900 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (4000 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1400 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: She wears clothing that is held on in multiple layers but all of it is in poor condition. Her attire stands in sharp contrast to her warhammer, which is beautifully polished and possesses an ornate carving of a dagger on it. Her beige fur is slicked back into a classic pompadour. She has amber eyes.

Personality: She is overprotective of those who hire her services. She misses her home and complains about the freezing weather, even in summer.

History: She was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. Her spouse left her for another, whom she beat to an almost bloody pulp. She did not win them back, but she came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. She moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: To clean up the streets; and to protect her home

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Poor, Guardian, Immigrant. Occupation: Healer

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: 5000 gp. Silver comb with moonstones (100 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (100 gp). Solid gold idol (600 gp). Gold music box (4000 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2200 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (2200 gp). Silver ewer (50 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (130 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1000 gp). Jeweled gold crown (7000 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (130 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2200 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (130 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (50 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2200 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (130 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Solid gold idol (600 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1300 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1300 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: His left side is far more bruised and cut up than his other. He prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for his hunting needs. He has shaved his head bald. His ears are large.

Personality: He considers himself a man of culture and sophistication. He likes a good challenge to his wits. He is afraid of women and trembles around them

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Tanner work with an outfit from a few towns over. Tanner work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. 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: Wants to open a new tavern; and he has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Impeccable, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Rich, Job. Occupation: Tanner

Voice: Stutters

Possessions: 300 pp. Malachite (6 gp). Amethyst (150 gp). Alexandrite (1300 gp). Alexandrite (1300 gp). Jasper (30 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1300 gp). Bloodstone (30 gp). Sardonyx (30 gp). Iolite (30 gp). Brown-green garnet (150 gp). Deep green spinel (150 gp).

Description: This younger middle-aged woman prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for her hunting needs, and a wedding ring on her left hand. She has slicked back white hair. Her face is full, her cheeks are rosy, and she always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in her blue eyes.

Personality: She is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help her friends. She considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. She invented a lineage for herself and claims to be descended from several legendary heroes.

History: Born in the west to a Bowyer, Avice learned a great deal about her mother's area of expertise. She made a point of taking high paying jobs and getting most of it up front. She became a Bowyer soon after.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and she wants to meet her childhood hero

Ideals: Optimist. Bonds: Rich, In love, Attractive, Adventurer, Job. Occupation: Bowyer

Voice: Old thin voice

Possessions: 18000 gp. Solid gold idol (1200 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1700 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (400 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (800 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1100 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (160 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1200 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1700 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1700 gp). Solid gold idol (1200 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (800 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (30 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (160 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1700 gp). Gold music box (3000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (800 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (400 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Gold music box (3000 gp). A delicate silver chain set with a tourmaline (30 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (160 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (30 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (400 gp). Gold music box (3000 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (160 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (160 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1700 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (160 gp). 1 Major magic item.