Description: This man is dressed in earthy colors with a violet and blue handkerchief worn on his left side. He is muscular with a powerful set of arms. His tied-back hair is brown. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: He shows great sympathy to all travelers. He's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. More though he will beg to come along on any journeys. He will attempt to stowaway on any ship he can in the hopes that it will get him further away.

History: He was born into a rich family. His mother had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He knows his nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but him.

Motivation: He is greedy; and nothing but the best is good enough for him

Ideals: Philantrophist, Impeccable. Bonds: Slave, Rich. Occupation: Detective

Voice: Posh accent

Possessions: 3000 gp. An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (60 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (60 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1300 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1300 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (3000 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1700 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (2000 gp). Carved bone or ivory statuette (70 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1700 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (2000 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1300 gp). Carved bone or ivory statuette (70 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: An older man who is armored in gleaming platemail with gilded edges. A flowing blue cape and mantle trimmed with soft grey waves gently in the breeze, he is not a threatening figure. He sports a flattop hair cut. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: Always inclined to offer people food he seems plenty friendly. He has a small toy that he constantly fidgets with.

History: Trained by his father for as long as he can remember he had it drilled in his head that it was his duty to serve his country. He struck it rich when he found rare goods in large quantities. He knows his nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but him.

Motivation: His spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion; and he wants nothing more than to rejoin the army

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Rich, Military, Family. Occupation: Seamstress

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 4000 gp. Banded agate (7 gp). Black pearl (1100 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (1300 gp). Moonstone (60 gp). Deep blue spinel (1100 gp). Rhodochrosite (7 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (7 gp). Rock crystal (60 gp). Black opal (1300 gp). Aquamarine (1100 gp). Deep green spinel (100 gp). Amber (100 gp). Citrine (60 gp). Red-brown spinel (100 gp). Peridot (60 gp). Rich purple corundum (1300 gp). White pearl (100 gp). Citrine (60 gp). Violet garnet (1100 gp). Chrysoprase (60 gp). Citrine (60 gp). Hematite (7 gp). Peridot (60 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1100 gp). Aquamarine (1100 gp). Moss agate (7 gp). Black pearl (1100 gp). Moss agate (7 gp). Silver pearl (100 gp).

Description: This northern woman's face is deformed and paralyzed on one side. As such, she slurs her words together. She prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for her hunting needs. Her silver crest is slicked back into a classic pompadour. She wears a mask on her face.

Personality: She is a jovial happy person, but she is convinced people are living their lives too quickly. She would rather hide behind her crafts than deal with other people.

History: She was born in the north, but her parents moved at a very young age to the east. She moved from fad to fad and when she turned 15 she discovered painting. 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 greedy.

Ideals: Optimist, Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Rich, Immigrant. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Low range voice

Possessions: 2000 gp. White pearl (40 gp). Black pearl (1000 gp). Blue sapphire (600 gp). Golden pearl (40 gp).

Description: He dresses in collared shirts and wears a proper scarf over his head, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 5'0" when asserting himself. He wears a colorful flower in his golden hair. His eyes are likewise brown. His teeth are white and perfect.

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 has a habit of throwing himself into exceedingly dangerous situations.

History: Shane was born in the south. At a young age he loved to build and create. Brilliant and gifted he never wanted to apply himself. He was granted martial powers by his dying sister.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved.

Ideals: Optimist, Persistence, Gifted. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Attractive. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Spits words with contempt

Possessions: 1100 pp. Jasper (50 gp). Bloodstone (50 gp). Carnelian (50 gp). Lapis lazuli (6 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. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Relatively heavier built than your average woman, she is not imposing. She wears dark leathers with embroidery. Her hair is short and black. Her face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. Her spectacle hidden eyes are a deep hazel.

Personality: She is a melancholic, but persistent worker. She resents family life and as such spurns the advances of admirers. She constantly seizes attention wherever she goes and has come to expect this respect from everyone. She likes to think of herself as merciful, but nonetheless is very strict.

History: Her psionic talent manifested at a young age. Aiming to upstage a rival house, her parents had her trained. She worked as a nervous Soapmaker and found it very stressful. She has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: To end her boredom; and she doesn't get along with people that don't share her tastes

Ideals: Impeccable, Gifted. Flaws: Depressed, Mundane. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Scratchy, weak

Possessions: 1000 gp. Solid gold idol (900 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (80 gp). Solid gold idol (900 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (100 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (1000 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1400 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (900 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1400 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Jeweled anklet (1000 gp). Finely wrought small gold bracelet (80 gp). Old masterpiece painting (500 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (1000 gp). Old masterpiece painting (500 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (1000 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (1000 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1400 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: She is lean but muscular and is wearing a tight white one piece outfit complete with pants, hood, and a cape. Sporting a red mohawk this woman's hair draws a lot of attention. Her blue eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: A deeply religious woman she believes everything happens for a reason. She pushes her goals aggressively. She is also a coward if confronted.

History: Blossom was born in the south. At a young age she loved to build and create. She was an adventurer many years ago and she formed a blood bond with her Halfling companion (her 'brother'). She became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: A deep hatred of brigands; and she is compelled to act according to her religious beliefs

Ideals: Persistence. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Religious, Adventurer, Enemies. Occupation: Assassin

Voice: Gruff and masculine

Possessions: 700 pp. Gold and ruby ring (2000 gp). Solid gold idol (700 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (50 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (50 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (2300 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (50 gp). Gold cup set with emeralds (2000 gp). Jeweled anklet (3000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (5000 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (50 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (50 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (700 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (700 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (5000 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1500 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (90 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (900 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (900 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (700 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (5000 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (900 gp). Jeweled anklet (3000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). A small bag of saffron. (90 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (3000 gp). Solid gold idol (700 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: She is in excellent shape and wears a faded coat and loose pants complete with small hat. Her hair is cut close to her head. Her otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: Friendly and accommodating she would invite many more into her home than her spouse would be comfortable with if they did not express concern about it. She claims to be unscrupulous but at the end of the day she will do what she thinks is right.

History: Malquis hails from a village terrorized by illithids. Her father was supposedly a charlatan fortune teller, but she insists her father was legitimate. She now spends her time doing works of charity.

Motivation: Someone believes her a fraud.

Ideals: Athletic, Philantrophist, Justice. Bonds: Enemies, Religious. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Shortens vowels

Possessions: 800 pp. Aquamarine (600 gp). Star ruby (700 gp). Lapis lazuli (4 gp). Aquamarine (600 gp). Moonstone (70 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.