Description: Standing 6'4", this man wears an entirely black suit with green socks and a vest with buckled shoes. He sports a flattop hair cut. His eyes are hazel and catlike.

Personality: Eccentric and domineering, Grumbar will drive conversation. He is frequently practicing swordplay.

History: Born in the west to a Shoemaker, Grumbar learned a great deal about his mother's area of expertise. He graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. He advanced relatively quickly due to his good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. He got away from his former life and has fallen to alcoholism.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Extrovert. Flaws: Addict, Insomniac. Bonds: Military, Job. Occupation: Shoemaker

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: 6000 gp. Golden yellow topaz (800 gp). Lapis lazuli (6 gp). Violet garnet (800 gp). Amber (140 gp). Amber (140 gp). Freshwater pearl (6 gp). Sard (50 gp). Hematite (6 gp). Rose (50 gp). Tourmaline (140 gp). Iolite (50 gp). Lapis lazuli (6 gp). Jet (140 gp). Deep blue spinel (800 gp). Star rose quartz (50 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (6 gp). Citrine (50 gp). Blue quartz (6 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A man with thick toned arms and a paunchy gut. He wears tan leather gloves, a tan jacket, and tight pants. His silver hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. His eyes are a pleasant amber.

Personality: He acts crazy and hedonistic. He loves being with his children and actually smiles when they are around. He would do anything for them. He dislikes his ex a great deal.

History: He was a bastard born out of an affair, and his mother always resented and mistreated him for it out of spite. When he came of age, he joined a caravan that would eventually take him to the capital. He would practice along the way and, when he arrived, be apprenticed to a Herbalist. By chance he met his sister recently and the two have been together since.

Motivation: He'd like to take his coworkers down a peg; and wants to raise his children well

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Hedonist, Antagonistic. Bonds: Family, Job. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: German accent

Possessions: 1000 gp. Citrine (80 gp). Black pearl (500 gp). Golden yellow topaz (500 gp). Rich purple corundum (1100 gp). Golden pearl (60 gp). Moss agate (4 gp). Golden yellow topaz (500 gp). Aquamarine (500 gp). Black pearl (500 gp). Rhodochrosite (4 gp). Star ruby (1100 gp). Black pearl (500 gp). Black pearl (500 gp). Rock crystal (80 gp). Moss agate (4 gp). Lapis lazuli (4 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (4 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This tall, slender man prefers to wear the grand gowns of high society. He carries his fan with him everywhere and carries himself as the perfect gentleman. He has styled his black crest well, parting it to the right. His red eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: While he acts the brute, he is far gentler than he would appear. Energy wise he seems alert and responsive.

History: A studious child he never was much for a social life, not because he was unlikable, but because he did not seek it out. When he was little, his rather wealthy family often ventured across the forest to a summer home near a large cave. He would wander through that large cave and adventure through it for days. One day while adventuring a terrible storm took place and he was stranded inside. His family spent the next few days looking for him, and could only assume he was dead when it came time to leave. The family never returned to the forest due to the painful memories there. Rathkran took refuge in the large cave and found the beat up trident and armor he uses now. He bought a trident and has really upped his game hunting, due to his understanding of decoy and ambush.

Motivation: He is greedy; and he uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs

Ideals: Fighting, Professionalism, Gifted. Bonds: Rich, Nature. Occupation: Shoemaker

Voice: Scratchy, weak

Possessions: 5000 gp. Deep blue spinel (700 gp). White pearl (150 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This man is unhealthily muscled, almost every single one of his veins is visible when he is not flexing. His shirts and pants tend to be short and undersized for him due to the difficulty of finding a good tailor. His brown hair is unkempt and raggedy. His voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: He resents people who mock his appearance or him, so he has learned to be the meanest son of a gun. He will pursue extreme courses of action in the short term, confident that they cannot fail.

History: He was born to loving parents in a slum to the west. He was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. He never won. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often; and to fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever

Ideals: Fighting, Athletic. Flaws: Ugly, Insane. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Guard

Voice: Jittery and nervous

Possessions: 7000 gp. Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1800 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1800 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (2200 gp). A detailed rose, with petals and thorns, constructed of silver and electrum (80 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (1000 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A moderately attractive woman, she wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. Her rusty crest has been sun bleached extensively. Her red eyes dart from person to person.

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. Thava is a bit of a follower. Usually she is manipulated by her brothers into helping them out, but recently she has become more of a free agent.

History: Her mother raised her in a mountain cabin. Over the years she perfected her riding and shooting skills. She now has a substantial network of resources ranging from contacts to ships to peers.

Motivation: Wants to raise her children well; and doesn't want to be a healer and was forced into it by her family

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Optimist. Bonds: Attractive, Family, Nature. Occupation: Healer

Voice: Speaks with squeezed throat

Possessions: 6000 gp. Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). A finely crafted rug of intricate, geometric designs worked with silver threading (70 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (100 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (100 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (300 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (2000 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (400 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (300 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (500 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (400 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (500 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (5000 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (500 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (300 gp). Solid gold idol (500 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (100 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (400 gp). Solid gold idol (500 gp). Old masterpiece painting (500 gp). A detailed rose, with petals and thorns, constructed of silver and electrum (70 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (400 gp).

Description: She appears as an extremely gaunt Tiefling, and stands approximately 5'4". She is wearing a tight black one piece outfit complete with pants, hood, and a cape, and her gloved hand is found clutching a club. She wears her black hair up. Her gold eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: She can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. She disdains her fellow easterners, claiming they make her look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: She is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. In her formative years she discovered how persuasive she was. She began using that to her advantage selling useless wares at inflated prices. 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: She is wracked by social anxiety; and she is terrified, and will act out of fear

Ideals: Gifted, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Immigrant, Rich. Occupation: Barrister

Voice: Gruff and masculine

Possessions: 600 pp. Black pearl (1600 gp). Aquamarine (1600 gp). Violet garnet (1600 gp). Black pearl (1600 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (16 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1600 gp). Deep blue spinel (1600 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A woman of a pale complexion, she wears dull tan sweaters, loose green pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath her sweater she keeps a concealed hand crossbow, just in case. With wild blonde hair. Judging by the bloodshot nature of her eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine she has not slept for days.

Personality: She is a very philanthropic person; she spends her free time working at various soup kitchens. She is accommodating to her spouse and as such limits her hospitality. She is brave and levelheaded in the face of danger and has proven herself a capable leader.

History: The child of a Marshal, who enjoyed hunting, Mella was taken on many hunting expeditions. A serious injury left her father unemployed and in need of constant care. Her family became saddled with debt trying to care for her infirm father. She hasn't been sleeping well lately.

Motivation: To pay off her debts; and she made a deal with a demon which lead to her current lot in life, and she's becoming increasingly nervous about it

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: In love, Nature, Debt. Occupation: Server

Voice: Speaks with a cold

Possessions: 3000 gp. Moonstone (20 gp). Azurite (4 gp). Lapis lazuli (4 gp). Azurite (4 gp). Sardonyx (20 gp). Black pearl (1600 gp). Fire opal (1100 gp). White opal (1100 gp). Carnelian (20 gp). Smoky quartz (20 gp). Citrine (20 gp). Sard (20 gp). Moonstone (20 gp). Aquamarine (1600 gp).