Description: This woman stands a little under 3'3" and is a bit bulky. She is very muscular particularly in the legs. She is armored in gleaming platemail with gilded edges. A flowing blue cape and mantle trimmed with soft brown waves gently in the breeze. Sporting a white mohawk this woman's hair draws a lot of attention. She wears an eyepatch.

Personality: She tends to agree with only herself unless someone else's opinion sounds like she can profit from it. She tries to control her temper but she can't always stop herself from what she feels what must be done. She is however greedy and will demand payment and proof of collateral's value and will produce a merchant's scale to make sure she is not cheated out of a speck.

History: Nissa lived on a farm with her father, near the main road leading to a nearby town. 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 north. She has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: She has money and likes to spend it.

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Family. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Timid voice

Possessions: 10000 gp. Citrine (20 gp). Amethyst (60 gp). Rich purple corundum (1500 gp). Fire opal (1500 gp). Freshwater pearl (7 gp). Citrine (20 gp).

Description: 3'7" and muscular, this western man is dressed in an above average manner. He has blonde hair. His voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: He has a very dry and sarcastic sense of humor. He is not one for noise or eating so much, which is in direct contrast with his big mouthed big gutted partner. His partner is his best friend in the world. The two are very close despite being more or less each other's opposites. He is obsessed with a lost civilization.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious western family, he was no stranger to responsibility. He went to a religious school and was inspired by the priests there in charitable deeds. Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: He's looking for his big break; and he wants to meet his childhood hero

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer, Religious. Occupation: Tailor

Voice: Pirate accent

Possessions: 1700 pp. Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (20 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (180 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (3000 gp). Solid gold idol (500 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1100 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp). A life-sized copper and silver statuette of a cockatrice. (20 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2100 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (3000 gp). Jeweled gold crown (5000 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (2100 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (800 gp).

Description: A woman with thick toned arms and a paunchy gut. She wears a shirt that is too small, which lets her gut show, with a ratty black coat over it. She keeps her long brass crest kept up in a rat tail. Her gold eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: She barks her statements quickly and with little fuss. She prefers small words and is at her heart utilitarian. She always tries to repair and not replace. It was this mentality that drove her into the Herbalist business.

History: Her parents moved while she was still in utero so she is the first generation to be born here. A gypsy cursed her at a young age, leading to her ugly appearance. She left for the south, certain she would find work there.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often; and she feels that her past leaves her morally obligated to help

Ideals: Athletic, Persistence. Flaws: Ugly, Terse. Bonds: Immigrant. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: Shortens vowels

Possessions: 10000 gp. Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1300 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (10 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Jeweled gold crown (3000 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1300 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (170 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (170 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (900 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (170 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1300 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (170 gp). Solid gold idol (1200 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (100 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (5000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp).

Description: She stands about 4'2" and sports grey clothing, slightly heavier than average wear. Her right hand appears badly burned and disfigured. She wears a broad hat to hide her balding. Her face is scarred and worn.

Personality: She does not care much for physical appearances, nor does she care much for other people. She does however care about what she wants and getting it. She is frequently practicing swordplay.

History: She was born into a rich family. Diesa was born on a far eastern island where she grew up under the tutelage of her mother, an expert Gardener. She left for the east, certain she would find work there.

Motivation: She is greedy; and she has money and likes to spend it

Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Military, Rich, Immigrant. Occupation: Gardener

Voice: Shortens vowels

Possessions: 1000 gp. Silver pearl (90 gp). Clear bright green emerald (4000 gp). Bloodstone (80 gp). Blue quartz (7 gp). Azurite (7 gp). Coral (90 gp). Peridot (80 gp). Jade (90 gp). Azurite (7 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: Standing 3'1", this man usually wears his white robe and has his glaive always slung over his shoulder. With a patchy chestnut beard and wild chestnut hair. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: He does not believe in betrayal or weakness as things to be tolerated. 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: Ulblyn lived on a farm with his mother, near the main road leading to a nearby town. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Dragonborn companion (his 'brother'). Days after completing his studies, news broke out that his hometown was attacked by orcs. Ulblyn was horrified and prayed that his father was alright. However, he heard that his father had died fighting off the orcs.

Motivation: He is not mentally stable, and does not behave rationally; and he has passion for adventuring and risk

Ideals: Justice. Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Family, Adventurer, Enemies. Occupation: Bellfounder

Voice: Shortens vowels

Possessions: 12000 gp. Zircon (30 gp). Black pearl (1200 gp). Carnelian (30 gp). Star rose quartz (30 gp). Black opal (800 gp). Deep green spinel (50 gp). Onyx (30 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1200 gp). Blue-white diamond (7000 gp). Bloodstone (30 gp). Obsidian (5 gp). Eye agate (5 gp). Blue sapphire (800 gp). Pink pearl (50 gp). Obsidian (5 gp). Sard (30 gp). Smoky quartz (30 gp). Peridot (30 gp). Alexandrite (1200 gp). Chrysoprase (30 gp). Sard (30 gp). Azurite (5 gp). Golden pearl (50 gp). White pearl (50 gp). Aquamarine (1200 gp). Aquamarine (1200 gp). Moss agate (5 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (5 gp). Malachite (5 gp). Sardonyx (30 gp).

Description: He sports grey clothing, slightly heavier than average wear. He is bald on top and has large auburn tufts of hair around his ears. His eyes are amber.

Personality: He resents people who mock his appearance or him, so he has learned to be the meanest son of a gun. He does not regard money as being a problem because it has never been a problem for him. He lives in a bit of an ivory tower believing all problems are one quick intervention away from being solved.

History: He got into the Shoemaker business at a young age. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. Recently a tribe of dire rats attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Vondal fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: To be a Spice Merchant again; and he feels the way he acts is they only way to get by in the world

Ideals: Fighting, Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Job. Occupation: Shoemaker

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 9000 gp. Chrysoberyl (80 gp). Golden yellow topaz (500 gp). Blue sapphire (1000 gp). Aquamarine (500 gp). Peridot (80 gp). Rose (80 gp). Eye agate (5 gp). Violet garnet (500 gp). Pink diamond (2000 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 wears a large hat to cast shadows over her face and wears ponchos to better hide her body. She has wavy black hair. She is missing an eye and her face is severely sunburned. Her one remaining eye shines blue.

Personality: She misses her glory days as an athlete. She does not mind her job, but it is boring in comparison. She cannot resist a sob story and will often dote over anyone who has one.

History: She was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. She was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. Her spouse died of illness and she inherited everything. She has built up a small fortune and can afford her own way.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often; and money/treasure

Ideals: Athletic, Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Immigrant, Rich. Occupation: Stylist

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: 7000 gp. Silver comb with moonstones (800 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1300 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (180 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (800 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1700 gp). Gold music box (4000 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (800 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (180 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1200 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1200 gp). 1 Medium magic item.