Description: He wears a robe, a symbol of the four houses of cards around his neck, and a rapier on his belt. His attire stands in sharp contrast to his rapier, which is beautifully polished and possesses an ornate carving of a rose on it. His brown hair has been sun bleached extensively. He has several tiny amethyst earrings on each ear.

Personality: Abrasive and pushy, he has a hard time making friends. He will do just about anything if he becomes convinced it is for someone's true love, of this he is easily convinced.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. His spouse left him for another, whom he beat to an almost bloody pulp. He did not win them back, but he came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. He now has a substantial network of resources ranging from contacts to ships to peers.

Motivation: He's in love.

Ideals: Fighting, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Has a crush. Occupation: Mayor

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: 8000 gp. Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (900 gp). Silver ewer (90 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1700 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (130 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1700 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (600 gp). Jeweled gold crown (8000 gp). A small bag of saffron. (90 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: Her left side is far more bruised and cut up than her other. She is well dressed, but even with her fine clothing she looks run-down. Her crest, while still mostly gold, has prominent grey streaks. Her eyes are red and she is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: She does not believe in betrayal or weakness as things to be tolerated. She pushes her goals aggressively. She is also a coward if confronted.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Rezena grew up listening to her father's many stories. Her father was a soldier and died while she was still young. Rezena was left her father's suit of armor and trained in its use and care. 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: She desires power and/or immortality; and she wants to meet her childhood hero

Ideals: Justice. Flaws: Ugly, Fearful. Bonds: Adventurer, Military. Occupation: Interpreter

Voice: Slurs words

Possessions: 7000 gp. Fiery yellow corundum (1400 gp). Freshwater pearl (12 gp). Aquamarine (800 gp). Peridot (70 gp). Chrysoprase (70 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (12 gp). Freshwater pearl (12 gp). Emerald (1400 gp). Black pearl (800 gp). Blue-white diamond (7000 gp). Golden yellow topaz (800 gp). Rich purple corundum (1400 gp). White pearl (160 gp). Blue star sapphire (1400 gp). Rock crystal (70 gp). Bloodstone (70 gp). Violet garnet (800 gp). Malachite (12 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (12 gp). Moss agate (12 gp). Coral (160 gp). Tourmaline (160 gp). Blue diamond (7000 gp). Amber (160 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: The woman speaks with an almost imperceptible accent. She seems to always be the slightest bit damp as if she got out from a pool a few moments ago. She wears an amalgamation of clothes and depending on the season will wear more layers of the continuing hodge podge. Her auburn hair is lengthy and is close to two feet long. Her voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: Always inclined to offer people food she seems plenty friendly. She lacks moral complications. She does what she is told to by employers but not much else. She spends her money on whatever she fancies at the time.

History: She was born in the south, but her parents moved at a very young age to the east. In her 14th year, while out on a day-trip, she returned to find her hometown burning and destroyed. She found her father impaled in their home, and her mother beheaded. She saw the woman who walked out, and charged her in a blind rage. The woman easily evaded and defeated her, leaving her to live broken and terrified. She has taken up work as a Courier and fed both sides of the war false information with the goal of increasing casualties.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor; and to be a servant again

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Insane, Fearful, PTSD. Bonds: Immigrant, Job. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Uses lots of figures of speech

Possessions: 600 pp. Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (400 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (400 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1100 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1300 gp). An elaborate, whalebone scrimshaw carving of intertwined orbs, each showing the legend of creation story (70 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1300 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1100 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1300 gp). A small bag of saffron. (70 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1100 gp). Gold and ruby ring (9000 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (400 gp). A finely crafted rug of intricate, geometric designs worked with silver threading (70 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (400 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: This late middle aged man wears green trousers with black and green striped suspenders. He wears various colorful collared shirts and is in decent physical shape. He wears his brown hair up. He is missing an eye and his face is severely sunburned. His one remaining eye shines red.

Personality: He has always had a great fascination with Human culture. He can see the true alignment of people by looking at them, and uses this to pass judgement.

History: Sold as a small child to a brothel owner, Amnon was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. He was a friend to animals and a trickster. In his defense of animals however he would do severe harm to people. He was granted psionic powers by his dying brother.

Motivation: Human compassion; and a strong sense of loyalty to human people

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Racist. Bonds: Mentor, Nature. Occupation: Fortune-teller

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

Possessions: 13000 gp. Chrysoberyl (120 gp). Amethyst (120 gp). Azurite (13 gp). Violet garnet (400 gp). Blue star sapphire (600 gp). White opal (600 gp). Sardonyx (20 gp). Obsidian (13 gp). Silver pearl (120 gp). Rock crystal (20 gp). Jade (120 gp). Black pearl (400 gp). Zircon (20 gp). Black pearl (400 gp). Obsidian (13 gp). Banded agate (13 gp). Jasper (20 gp). White pearl (120 gp). White pearl (120 gp). Freshwater pearl (13 gp). Black pearl (400 gp). 1 Major magic item.

Description: Dark and lean, he is a relatively plain man. He is wearing a long, tan, dusty cloak. His hair is cut close to his head. His brown eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: He has always had a great fascination with Gnomish culture. He also has developed a complete distrust of the Tailor profession.

History: He was born in a small desert village. His mother had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He became a Architect soon after.

Motivation: He wants to meet his childhood hero; and money/treasure

Flaws: Racist. Bonds: Job, Nature, Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Architect

Voice: German accent

Possessions: 1400 pp. Deep blue spinel (900 gp). Citrine (70 gp). White opal (1200 gp). Moonstone (70 gp). Chrysoprase (70 gp). Aquamarine (900 gp). Deep blue spinel (900 gp). Malachite (4 gp). Silver pearl (160 gp). Peridot (70 gp).

Description: This exceptionally lanky woman is typically in her Hunter uniform. Her hair is white, silky, and of moderate length. She wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: She is witty, but her monotone delivery comes off as unnerving She invites people to come help in her community garden.

History: Sold as a small child to a slaver, Azza was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. She eventually earned her freedom when her former master disappeared. She sought a place where she would be rewarded solely on the merits of her skills. This search led her directly into Hunter work with an outfit from a few towns over. Hunter work suited her well, and with each successful project, she earned more gold and more respect from her peers. She inherited the family business which she has now maintained for 8 years.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Joker, Philantrophist. Bonds: Job, Attractive, Mentor. Occupation: Hunter

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 9000 gp. Tourmaline (160 gp). Star ruby (1200 gp). Chalcedony (20 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1000 gp). White pearl (160 gp). Deep blue spinel (1000 gp).

Description: This younger middle-aged woman wears clothing that is held on in multiple layers but all of it is in poor condition, and a wedding ring on her right hand. Her green crest is still thick. She is missing an eye and her face is severely sunburned. Her one remaining eye shines gold.

Personality: She will use flattery and sarcasm to attack and weaken her opponents. Despite her formidable combat skills she remains a coward. She receives visions of the future at random moments

History: She was born to loving parents in a slum to the south. When money was particularly tight she was walking through alleys when she overheard a Fisher hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. She made her way to the other competitor and parlayed her knowledge into a job. Recently a tribe of gnolls attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Burana 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 she is currently in port desperately looking for someone to get her out

Ideals: Fighting, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, In love. Occupation: Fisher

Voice: Nasally tone

Possessions: 4000 gp. 1 Medium magic item.