Description: This late middle aged woman wears very tight pants and wife beaters, though occasionally she sports a white coat and is in decent physical shape. Her golden hair is kept up in a ponytail inside a top hat. She has several tiny sapphire earrings on each ear.

Personality: She is quiet and unassuming. She ignores others and carries on with her job unassumingly. She is terrible with names forgetting people's names several times before they finally stick; this causes her no end of embarrassment.

History: She was born in a small plains village. Being born in the east, she completed her medical training abroad so as to avoid the war. She returned after the war having achieved medical proficiency. She was a general practitioner in the east for years, until she, through no fault of her own, lost a patient who had a very powerful family. Rather than risk reprisal she made her way west. When her spouse passed she lost her only source of income but claims to her sons to still be retired.

Motivation: Money/treasure.

Flaws: Forgetful. Bonds: Rich, Job, Nature, Family. Occupation: Farmer

Voice: Scottish accent

Possessions: 700 pp. Moss agate (8 gp). Coral (140 gp). Coral (140 gp). Malachite (8 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1600 gp). Freshwater pearl (8 gp). Amber (140 gp). Freshwater pearl (8 gp). Freshwater pearl (8 gp). Deep blue spinel (1600 gp). Black pearl (1600 gp). Freshwater pearl (8 gp). Banded agate (8 gp). Brown-green garnet (140 gp). Red-brown spinel (140 gp). Banded agate (8 gp). Azurite (8 gp). Black star sapphire (1200 gp). Lapis lazuli (8 gp). Deep blue spinel (1600 gp). Black star sapphire (1200 gp). Red garnet (140 gp). Malachite (8 gp). Banded agate (8 gp).

Description: A hulking woman with gigantic muscles, she is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers her face most of the time. Her hair is red and curly. She has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. She wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: She resents people who mock her appearance or her, so she has learned to be the meanest son of a gun. She dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. Her biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: She was born on a small isolated farm. A gypsy cursed her at a young age, leading to her ugly appearance. She left for the north, certain she would find work there.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for her; and she doesn't get along with people that don't share her tastes

Ideals: Logical, Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Nature, Immigrant. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1200 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (800 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (6000 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1200 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1000 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1000 gp). Solid gold idol (1000 gp). Solid gold idol (1000 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (1000 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (4000 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1000 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1000 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (6000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (130 gp). A delicate silver chain set with a tourmaline (70 gp). Jeweled gold crown (4000 gp). An elaborate, whalebone scrimshaw carving of intertwined orbs, each showing the legend of creation story (70 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (3000 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (70 gp). Gold and ruby ring (2000 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (800 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (130 gp).

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 is wearing a perfectly clean shirt and pair of pants. Her auburn hair is drawn into a tight pony tail with a dagger scrunchie. Her otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: A skeptical and narcissistic woman, Ownka's first love is herself. Her second love is also herself. She is a big fan of imagination and believes people should spend more time reading and writing.

History: A powerful brothel owner made her what she is. Being born in the east, she completed her medical training abroad so as to avoid the war. She returned after the war having achieved medical proficiency. She was a general practitioner in the east for years, until she, through no fault of her own, lost a patient who had a very powerful family. Rather than risk reprisal she made her way west. She has been saving her money to try and buy her brother's freedom.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of her brother; and nothing but the best is good enough for her

Ideals: Impeccable, Logical. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Mentor, Family. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Spits and sputters

Possessions: 3000 gp. Sard (30 gp). Amethyst (100 gp). Canary diamond (6000 gp). Star ruby (1100 gp). Canary diamond (6000 gp). Jet (100 gp). White pearl (100 gp). Eye agate (9 gp). Black pearl (900 gp). Chrysoprase (30 gp). Black star sapphire (1100 gp). Alexandrite (900 gp). Alexandrite (900 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This man wears a black armored body suit, with a simple green line shooting up and back down. He has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized jet on his right hand. He has no crest. He has a dull look in his red eyes.

Personality: He will rave to anyone who will listen. 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 was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it; and he is greedy

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Insane. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Excited and jittery

Possessions: 6000 gp. Golden yellow topaz (900 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (11 gp). Citrine (20 gp). Rhodochrosite (11 gp). White opal (600 gp). Red garnet (160 gp). Blue-white diamond (7000 gp). Deep blue spinel (900 gp). Violet garnet (900 gp). Blue sapphire (600 gp). Rich purple corundum (600 gp).

Description: He tends to wear a large black jacket. His silver hair is long and unkept. His red eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. He has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: This man loves music and to teach people music more than just about anything. When he's not drinking or sleeping the drinks off, he's doing music.

History: A child with a great deal of music talent his parents made sure he got the chance to thrive. From there he went from mercenary job to mercenary job. He has never given up on his music dream.

Motivation: Someone believes him a fraud; and he desires power and/or immortality

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Addict. Bonds: Adventurer, Enemies. Occupation: Ploughman

Voice: Jittery and nervous

Possessions: 6000 gp. Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). Solid gold idol (600 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He wears a yellow vest with golden trim over his white shirt. His black leather gloves and pants are well-kept, and his yellow boots flare out at the collars. He has a slight overbite and is overall scrawny. His white hair and beard is wavy and long. His eyes are green and he is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: Adelard wants to be seen as a stoic, levelheaded, noble Druid, so he tries to act the part. He does a good job, for the most part... He has a habit of throwing himself into exceedingly dangerous situations.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. 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 5 years.

Motivation: Someone believes him a fraud; and he'd like to take his coworkers down a peg

Ideals: Disciplined. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Mentor, Job, Enemies. Occupation: Carter

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 1000 gp. A finely crafted rug of intricate, geometric designs worked with silver threading (70 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (900 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (700 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (2200 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (900 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (50 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (700 gp). Old masterpiece painting (2200 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (500 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (50 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (900 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A man with a calm yet intense air about him, he wears a tan cloak and cross-gartered brown stockings. His auburn hair is lengthy. His blue eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: He snorts whenever he laughs or is feeling confident. His philosophy is that everyone needs a friend and as such shows hospitality towards all.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Tiefling companion (his 'brother'). He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: To prove his worth to the world; and wants to have a good time and be beloved

Ideals: Optimist, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Adventurer. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Laughs frequently while speaking

Possessions: 6000 gp. Lapis lazuli (4 gp). Pink pearl (150 gp). Lapis lazuli (4 gp). Black opal (800 gp). Black opal (800 gp). Banded agate (4 gp). Aquamarine (900 gp). Lapis lazuli (4 gp). Onyx (50 gp). Amethyst (150 gp). Hematite (4 gp). Coral (150 gp). Malachite (4 gp). Jade (150 gp). Iolite (50 gp). Moss agate (4 gp). Star ruby (800 gp). Alexandrite (900 gp). Eye agate (4 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (4 gp).