Description: She wears an old set of leather armor, nicked and torn by the ravages of time and battle. She carries with her a set of longswords on her belt, each one with a ruby on the hilt. She has no fur. Her face possesses mild wrinkles. Her smile is extraordinarily sincere though she does not smile often.

Personality: A deeply religious woman she believes everything happens for a reason. She claims to be unscrupulous but at the end of the day she will do what she thinks is right.

History: She was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of her parents. She went to a religious school and was inspired by the priests there in charitable deeds. She was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: She has a rivalry with the Church that dominates her actions; and to fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever

Ideals: Fighting, Justice. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Religious. Occupation: Sage

Voice: Mumbles to self between sentences

Possessions: 12000 gp. Star rose quartz (50 gp). Black pearl (1200 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1200 gp). White pearl (110 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (1600 gp). White opal (1600 gp). Azurite (13 gp). Freshwater pearl (13 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This woman wears a black vest with golden trim over her white shirt. Her grey leather gloves and pants are well-kept, and her black boots flare out at the collars. She has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized jet on her right hand. Her hair, while still mostly dark red, has prominent grey streaks. She wears an eyepatch.

Personality: Her tongue was cut out and she uses sign language. She has a hair trigger and will fly into rage over the tiniest perceived slights.

History: Born in a small village she learned the ways of the warrior from her mother. A gypsy cursed her at a young age, leading to her ugly appearance. 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. Markosian fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: She's repulsed by the PC.

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Disease, Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Knight

Voice: Scottish accent

Possessions: 5000 gp. Red garnet (80 gp). Jet (80 gp). Jet (80 gp). Golden yellow topaz (900 gp). Golden yellow topaz (900 gp). Blue quartz (7 gp). Chrysoberyl (80 gp). Jet (80 gp). Hematite (7 gp). Red garnet (80 gp). Golden yellow topaz (900 gp). Rose (40 gp). Rose (40 gp). Moss agate (7 gp). Red spinel (80 gp). Red spinel (80 gp). Black pearl (900 gp). Chrysoprase (40 gp). Citrine (40 gp). Aquamarine (900 gp). Amethyst (80 gp). Black star sapphire (400 gp). Aquamarine (900 gp). Moss agate (7 gp). Aquamarine (900 gp). Lapis lazuli (7 gp). Malachite (7 gp). Brown-green garnet (80 gp). Sard (40 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He is an average looking northern male in his early mid-life. He wears a well pressed and immaculate suit (or dress). His tied-back hair is blonde. He has gleaming, smiling blue eyes.

Personality: While he acts the brute, he is far gentler than he would appear. He never wears the same outfit twice, unless he absolutely has to.

History: His history is one of pain. He was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves his parents kept. His father was very strict, and drilled into him lessons on being the perfect gentleman. He has never given up on his dancing dream.

Motivation: He feels the way he acts is they only way to get by in the world.

Ideals: Fighting, Artistic, Impeccable. Bonds: Slave. Occupation: Map Maker

Voice: Stutters

Possessions: 11000 gp. Solid gold idol (900 gp). Silver ewer (30 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1000 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (400 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (900 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (900 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (400 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (30 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1000 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1000 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1300 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (200 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1000 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (400 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Jeweled anklet (4000 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: She is wearing colorful clothing, dressed as a Interpreter. Her auburn hair is lengthy and is close to two feet long. Her half smiles and green eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: She is envious of other's things. She hoards treasure, art, food, wine, and anything that she so desires. She is cautious and jumpy. She reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

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. Brilliant and gifted she never wanted to apply herself. She has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: She doesn't get along with people that don't share her tastes; and balancing her hectic life and new interpreter responsibilities is difficult

Ideals: Gifted, Impeccable. Flaws: Greedy, Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Job. Occupation: Interpreter

Voice: High pitched, excited

Possessions: 2000 gp. Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1600 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (500 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (40 gp). Gold cup set with emeralds (12000 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (3000 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (500 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (2200 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is a small man, but exceptionally fit. He dresses in pastel turtlenecks beneath a grey coat with green slacks. His black fur is braided into rings. His ears are large.

Personality: He is intelligent and cunning, but he will too often allow his rage to get the better of him. He will lose his cool and rely on brute force to carry the day. He is harsh and unforgiving.

History: He was raised by priests from a young age. Through the years after Shifting was born, his mother became increasingly distant from his family, instead choosing to pursue power in the west. Shifting's mother didn't care for him much, and the feeling was mutual. After a long history of fighting, Shifting and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs.

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Religious, Mentor. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Laughs frequently while speaking

Possessions: 4000 gp. Jeweled electrum ring (8000 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (60 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (20 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. She wears a green broad hat and green clothes. She keeps her green crest in a pixie cut. Her gold unseeing eyes seem to look past you.

Personality: Biri speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. She is clearly well-traveled and educated. She receives visions of the future at random moments

History: She was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. Biri abandoned her home at a very young age, living in the fields and plains. She survived everyday through hunting and stealing from passersby. She did whatever it took for her to survive. 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 has passion for adventuring and risk.

Ideals: Impeccable, Gifted, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Disease. Bonds: Adventurer. Occupation: Jeweler

Voice: High pitched and raspy

Possessions: 7000 gp. Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (110 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (110 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (800 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (110 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (110 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (400 gp). Silver ewer (90 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (400 gp). Gold music box (2000 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (100 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (110 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (100 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (800 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (110 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (700 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (500 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (110 gp).

Description: A man with a calm yet intense air about him, he wears many layers of old clothing at all times. His brown hair is unkempt and raggedy. His face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. His spectacle hidden eyes are a deep gray.

Personality: He is filled with cunning. He likes to feign weakness letting people think he is weak. He is obsessed with a lost civilization.

History: When he was but 8 years old his parents immigrated from the south. When he was little, his rather wealthy family often ventured across the desert to a summer home near a ruined castle. He would wander through that ruined castle 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 desert due to the painful memories there. Naal took refuge in the ruined castle and found the beat up falchion and armor he uses now. 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: He's looking for his big break.

Flaws: Ugly, Secretive. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer, Immigrant, Nature. Occupation: Bounty Hunter

Voice: Old thin voice

Possessions: 7000 gp. Malachite (9 gp). Alexandrite (400 gp). Aquamarine (400 gp). Zircon (70 gp). Deep blue spinel (400 gp). Rock crystal (70 gp). Rock crystal (70 gp). Red-brown spinel (70 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.