Description: This slender man stands about 4'10". He dresses well, typically a more casual-formal manner. He keeps his long silver hair kept up in a rat tail. He is very pretty but has cold, dead eyes.

Personality: While he acts the brute, he is far gentler than he would appear. He has a minor phobia of water and hates getting wet.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. In his 12th year, while out on a day-trip, he returned to find his hometown burning and destroyed. He found his father impaled in their home, and his mother beheaded. He saw the man who walked out, and charged him in a blind rage. The man easily evaded and defeated him, leaving him to live broken and terrified. Recently a tribe of giants attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Rolen fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: He is terrified, and will act out of fear; and he is wracked by social anxiety

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Poor. Occupation: Slave Trader

Voice: Middle-eastern accent

Possessions: 4000 gp. Blue quartz (11 gp). Amethyst (130 gp). White pearl (130 gp). Rose (80 gp). Deep blue spinel (1100 gp). Bloodstone (80 gp). Azurite (11 gp). Carnelian (80 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1100 gp). Amber (130 gp). Lapis lazuli (11 gp). Aquamarine (1100 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1100 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1100 gp). Blue star sapphire (400 gp). Golden pearl (130 gp). Black opal (400 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: Relatively heavier built than your average man, he is not imposing. He wears a fine chain shirt which he covers with black colored cloaks and clothing. His blue crest, when down, is lengthy. His red eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: Salasar speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. He is clearly well-traveled and educated. He is always in debt, since he spends his money on lavish parties and gifts for friends

History: He was born several months after his mother was called into army service. His mother was very strict, and drilled into him lessons on being the perfect gentleman. He has been saving his money to try and buy his brother's freedom.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and an old rival family wants him found

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Military, Family, Adventurer. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Speaks with a cold

Possessions: 3000 gp. Alexandrite (300 gp). Brown-green garnet (80 gp). Black pearl (300 gp). Alexandrite (300 gp). Hematite (6 gp). Fire opal (700 gp). Alexandrite (300 gp). Azurite (6 gp). Sardonyx (80 gp). Jasper (80 gp). Peridot (80 gp). Carnelian (80 gp). Deep blue spinel (300 gp). Jasper (80 gp).

Description: A thin man, he clearly needs to put on some weight, but he still has a lot of muscle. He dresses well, typically a more casual-formal manner. His auburn hair is cut short with large spiked bangs in the front. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: Hamil speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. He is clearly well-traveled and educated. He does not trust anyone and sleeps with one eye open.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Hamil grew up listening to his mother's many stories. He was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. He never won. When he grew older, he became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. He began work as a mercenary for hire. He would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep; and he wants to meet his childhood hero

Ideals: Athletic, Impeccable. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer. Occupation: Laborer

Voice: High pitched, excited

Possessions: 1000 gp.

Description: A man with a friendly, welcoming air about him, he wears a simple black robe with green stripes complete with hood. His purple hair is smooth and relatively long. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: He fancies himself a trickster and likes to rely on his wits to carry the day. He cares for his older siblings and likes to be recognized by them. He pushes his goals aggressively. He is also a coward if confronted.

History: A child with a great deal of writing talent his parents made sure he got the chance to thrive. At a young age he wooed the heart of his future spouse and the two had a long relationship before they wed. He has since lost track of the people in his past.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it; and marry his sister to traveling adventurers

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Family, In love, Rich. Occupation: Unemployed

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 3000 gp. Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (2000 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1700 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (1000 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (300 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (6000 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (300 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (500 gp). A delicate silver chain set with a tourmaline (40 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (120 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (800 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (800 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (120 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (700 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1700 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (700 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (500 gp). Jeweled gold crown (7000 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (120 gp). Gold and ruby ring (7000 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (300 gp).

Description: A moderately attractive woman, she wears a brown cloak and cross-gartered grey stockings. She wears a small hat to cover her moderate length yellow fur. She has a tattooed face.

Personality: Stoic and calm, she prefers to meditate than take action. A friendly and beautiful Tabaxi, she is rarely seen without a few beauties around her arms. Though a playboy in all rights, she is no lame duck.

History: Her mother raised her in a mountain cabin. From her teen years she was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on her. Unlike her family, who was content to work in a sleepy main town, she wanted to work in the city. She has been working here for the past few years.

Motivation: She is compelled to act according to her religious beliefs; and to find somewhere to settle down

Ideals: Disciplined. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Attractive, Nature, Religious. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Smooth and feminine

Possessions: 11000 gp. A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (70 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (70 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (70 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1200 gp). A small bag of saffron. (60 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1900 gp). A finely crafted rug of intricate, geometric designs worked with silver threading (60 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (3000 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He wears a tan cloak and cross-gartered white stockings. His auburn hair is knotted and matted. His eyes are violet.

Personality: Overbrimming with self-confidence, Orryn isn't afraid of most anything. He has a strong dislike to people who do not believe in Gnomish unity. He is motivated by money and will often try and persuade people to work for cheap. He haggles over everything, upselling his goods and buying cheap. He is persistent in everything.

History: He got into the Spy business at a young age. He dropped out of school before completing his studies. He routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: Further expansion of business.

Ideals: Impeccable, Entrepeneur, Logical. Bonds: Immigrant, Job. Occupation: Spy

Voice: Laughs frequently while speaking

Possessions: 11000 gp. Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (500 gp). Solid gold idol (900 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (110 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (200 gp). Jeweled anklet (4000 gp). A finely crafted rug of intricate, geometric designs worked with silver threading (60 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (4000 gp).

Description: This western woman wears loose pants and a collared shirt complete with sweater beneath her coat. Her clothes are grease stained in places. Her rusty crest is knotted and matted. She has a dull look in her red eyes.

Personality: She misses her glory days as an athlete. She does not mind her job, but it is boring in comparison. Flattery will make her almost putty in your hands.

History: Born in the west her family was never financially stable. A few years later when the east was not economically sound they moved to her current location. She routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world.

Ideals: Athletic, Logical. Flaws: Selfish. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant. Occupation: Layabout

Voice: Prounounces S like Z

Possessions: 1000 gp. Golden circlet with four aquamarines (1000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (800 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (2000 gp). Finely wrought small gold bracelet (20 gp). A silver and pearl hairclip (20 gp). Gold music box (2000 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2300 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1400 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (800 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1800 gp). A small bag of saffron. (20 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (120 gp). 1 Medium magic item.