Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He wears clothing that is held on in multiple layers but all of it is in poor condition. His silver hair is slicked back into a classic pompadour. This amber eyed southerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: He goes out his way to put a smile on everyone's face. There's no-one he won't accept into his heart. He loves teas. He is very sensitive about his face. To blow off anger he lifts weights and to control his otherwise explosive temper he works out a lot.

History: His history is one of pain. He was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves his parents kept. 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 was forced to fight in gladiatorial arenas alongside his partner. They became the best of friends and one day they managed to break out together and then went their separate ways.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever.

Ideals: Optimist, Fighting. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant, Slave. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: Sleepy voice

Possessions: 2000 gp. Carnelian (50 gp). Jet (70 gp). White pearl (70 gp). Banded agate (5 gp). Lapis lazuli (5 gp). Deep blue spinel (1000 gp). Rock crystal (50 gp). Lapis lazuli (5 gp). Aquamarine (1000 gp). Lapis lazuli (5 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (5 gp). Blue star sapphire (1300 gp). Black pearl (1000 gp). Rhodochrosite (5 gp). Eye agate (5 gp). Rose (50 gp). Red garnet (70 gp). Bloodstone (50 gp). Alexandrite (1000 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. He is wearing a tight brown one piece outfit complete with pants, hood, and a cape. His blonde hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. His thin eyebrows rest above his beady brown eyes.

Personality: Ulfgar hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate him. It was this clingy personality that held back his painting career. Despite his manner, he is extremely passionate and proud of his job, and he prides himself in being thorough and never missing a detail.

History: He was born in the west, but his parents moved at a very young age to the south. Over the years he perfected his riding and shooting skills. He has achieved small success as a Spice Merchant.

Motivation: Balancing his hectic life and new Spice Merchant responsibilities is difficult; and expand his business

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job, Immigrant, Nature. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Spits and sputters

Possessions: 12000 gp. Zircon (70 gp). Golden yellow topaz (500 gp). Smoky quartz (70 gp). Blue diamond (7000 gp).

Description: He wears tight fighting clothing, which leaves very little to the imagination. His hair, while still mostly golden, has prominent grey streaks. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: He is very quiet and rarely speaks above a whisper. He is frequently practicing swordplay.

History: His parents moved while he was still in utero so he is the first generation to be born here. A few years later when the west was not economically sound they moved to his current location. He remains aloof and afraid to be himself due to all the ideals others have placed upon him.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and he wants nothing more than to rejoin the army

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Military, Immigrant. Occupation: Performer

Voice: Pronounces 'its' and 'is' like 'eats' and 'ease'

Possessions: 3000 gp. A life-sized copper and silver statuette of a cockatrice. (60 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (150 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (150 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1200 gp). A pair of blacksmith’s puzzle; each has a pair of interlocked iron designs that users try to take apart and put back together (60 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1100 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (150 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (150 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (60 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (150 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1200 gp). Gold and ruby ring (4000 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1200 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (800 gp). A detailed rose, with petals and thorns, constructed of silver and electrum (60 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: The light-skinned woman stands 3'4" and wears suspenders and tan workpants. Her shirt is black, and she wears a heavy tan leather apron most of the time. She has moderate length black hair. Her gray eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: This woman loves writing and to teach people writing more than just about anything. She moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep her interest for a month it is impressive.

History: She got into the Marshal business at a young age. Her spouse left her for another, whom she beat to an almost bloody pulp. She did not win them back, but she came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. She has gone from town to town till she finds a spot where she can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: She wants random interesting trinkets and junk, hates to throw anything away; and to fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever

Ideals: Artistic, Fighting. Flaws: Hedonist, Greedy. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Marshal

Voice: Nasally tone

Possessions: 6000 gp. Blue quartz (10 gp). Azurite (10 gp). Malachite (10 gp). Bloodstone (70 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (10 gp). Moss agate (10 gp).

Description: This woman is dressed in an above average manner. She is muscular with a powerful set of arms. Her crest, while still mostly blue, has prominent grey streaks. Her gold eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: She is curt in most of her responses. She prefers to keep her word usage to a minimum to avoid giving away unnecessary information. She will often invite strangers home for dinner and talk their ears off. She cares deeply for her spouse and does her best to make sure her guests look presentable.

History: Pyxrin was born with her father's beautiful face. From her teen years she was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on her. She has since married many spouses, only to have them die. She claims to not be responsible.

Motivation: Wishes to resurrect an old love; and wants to have a good time and be beloved

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Shy, Insane. Bonds: Attractive, In love. Occupation: Bricklayer

Voice: Old thin voice

Possessions: 6000 gp. Eye agate (13 gp). Bloodstone (50 gp). Chrysoberyl (130 gp). Eye agate (13 gp). Sard (50 gp). White opal (1300 gp). Red garnet (130 gp). Alexandrite (300 gp). Rose (50 gp). Blue sapphire (1300 gp). Star rose quartz (50 gp). Golden yellow topaz (300 gp). Red spinel (130 gp). Peridot (50 gp). Red-brown spinel (130 gp). Alexandrite (300 gp). Rose (50 gp). Chrysoberyl (130 gp). Aquamarine (300 gp). Freshwater pearl (13 gp). Golden pearl (130 gp). Malachite (13 gp). Rose (50 gp). Sardonyx (50 gp). Violet garnet (300 gp). Lapis lazuli (13 gp). Banded agate (13 gp). Emerald (1300 gp). Azurite (13 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (1300 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. He cuts an attractive figure and his suit of old armor is well cared for even if it is obsolete. His moppish chestnut hair is in a traditional bowl cut. His green eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: He misses his glory days as an athlete. He does not mind his job, but it is boring in comparison. He has a minor phobia of water and hates getting wet.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. In his formative years he discovered how persuasive he was. He began using that to his advantage selling useless wares at inflated prices. He has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: He is wracked by social anxiety; and retire the richest man in the south

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Athletic. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Attractive. Occupation: Detective

Voice: High pitched, excited

Possessions: 11000 gp. Sard (50 gp). Lapis lazuli (11 gp). Tourmaline (100 gp). Aquamarine (500 gp). Deep blue spinel (500 gp). Coral (100 gp). Lapis lazuli (11 gp). Chrysoberyl (100 gp).

Description: A pudgy man standing about 6'2" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He wears a tattered pair of loose green pants, a matching torn shirt, and a visible pair of similar condition same color briefs. He wears his black crest down. He tend to wears goggles to shield his eyes.

Personality: He exudes charisma. He is a tour de force of persuasion. He is lazy and tries to find solutions quickly.

History: Hirrathak was born into a poor family. Growing up, he dreamt of becoming a Druid, to bring honor to his family’s name. When he came of age, he applied for a position with his town's local guard, looking to work his way up via merit and eventually become a Druid in service of a powerful lord somewhere. From there he went from mercenary job to mercenary job. He has drifted apart from his friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature greataxe.

Motivation: He desires power and/or immortality; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Flaws: Lazy, Depressed. Bonds: Poor, Attractive, Adventurer. Occupation: Tailor

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: 9000 gp. Blue quartz (6 gp). Jasper (80 gp). Rhodochrosite (6 gp). Aquamarine (1400 gp). Alexandrite (1400 gp). Azurite (6 gp). Rose (80 gp). Golden pearl (100 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (6 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1400 gp). Rock crystal (80 gp). Hematite (6 gp). Carnelian (80 gp). Deep blue spinel (1400 gp). Banded agate (6 gp). Hematite (6 gp). Lapis lazuli (6 gp). Deep green spinel (100 gp). Blue star sapphire (700 gp). Alexandrite (1400 gp). White opal (700 gp). Chalcedony (80 gp). Citrine (80 gp). Blue star sapphire (700 gp). Blue star sapphire (700 gp).