Description: A pudgy man standing about 4'10" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He wears blue painted combat armor at almost all times. His auburn hair is kept up in a ponytail inside a top hat. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: He hates orcs. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. His home and work are filled with various knick knacks he has acquired through the years. He cares a great deal for his adopted teenage daughter.

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Soveliss was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. He couldn't stand his childhood mentor and eventually formed a pact with his mentor's previously failed apprentice to rebel. When their plan failed the mentor lashed out against both of them and fled. He has gone from town to town till he finds a spot where he can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: To be a Fisher again; and marry his sister to traveling adventurers

Bonds: Enemies, Family, Mentor, Job. Occupation: Armorer

Voice: German accent

Possessions: 1200 pp. An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (100 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (1000 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (2400 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (2400 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 (90 gp). Solid gold idol (500 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (700 gp). Gold cup set with emeralds (8000 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (700 gp). Silver ewer (90 gp). A small bag of saffron. (90 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). A silver and pearl hairclip (90 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (700 gp). A finely crafted rug of intricate, geometric designs worked with silver threading (90 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (2400 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (2000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp).

Description: A woman with a friendly, welcoming air about her, she dresses like a well dressed Merchant does. She has a very tight haircut. She wears a mask on her face.

Personality: She is calm most of the time but flees social interaction. She is accommodating to her spouse and as such limits her hospitality. She is brave and levelheaded in the face of danger and has proven herself a capable leader.

History: Born to a poor family in the city she treasured whatever gifts she got. She was a friend to animals and a trickster. In her defense of animals however she would do severe harm to people. She has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: She is unsatisfied with her job.

Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Job, In love, Poor, Nature. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: growls and snarls, animalistic

Possessions: 1000 gp. Black pearl (1500 gp). Rhodochrosite (16 gp). Lapis lazuli (16 gp). Smoky quartz (40 gp). Black pearl (1500 gp). Onyx (40 gp). Jasper (40 gp). Blue quartz (16 gp). Aquamarine (1500 gp). White opal (1600 gp). White opal (1600 gp). Emerald (1600 gp). Malachite (16 gp). Brown-green garnet (150 gp). Zircon (40 gp). Deep blue spinel (1500 gp). Violet garnet (1500 gp). Zircon (40 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: 5'8" and lanky with angular features, he is an attractive figure. He is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright black and green, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. His silver hair is kept up in a ponytail inside a top hat. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: Friendly and accommodating he would invite many more into his home than his spouse would be comfortable with if they did not express concern about it. He is a great chef.

History: He was born at the edge of vast desert. He has chosen to use the inheritance that was left to him frivolously. He was always very intelligent and has formed a secret society of specialists.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and he has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Philantrophist, Gifted. Flaws: Secretive. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Nature. Occupation: Glassblower

Voice: Spanish accent

Possessions: 6000 gp. Moss agate (13 gp). Rock crystal (70 gp). Golden yellow topaz (800 gp). Golden yellow topaz (800 gp). Black star sapphire (1200 gp). Rock crystal (70 gp). Tourmaline (70 gp). Obsidian (13 gp). Azurite (13 gp). Moss agate (13 gp). Obsidian (13 gp). Black pearl (800 gp). Golden yellow topaz (800 gp). Jasper (70 gp). Black pearl (800 gp). Freshwater pearl (13 gp).

Description: This petite short man is perpetually holding a beer of some kind. He is typically in his Seamstress uniform, marred by beers. With bright chestnut hair and a scraggly beard. His eyes are a pleasant violet.

Personality: He has a massive crush on the younger sibling of the Seamstress who has hired him part-time. He dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. His biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Zook was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Seamstress work with an outfit from a few towns over. Seamstress work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: Wants a kiss; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job, Has a crush, Mentor. Occupation: Seamstress

Voice: Thin and wheezing

Possessions: 18000 gp. Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (2400 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (140 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (2400 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (200 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (2400 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1400 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1400 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (1000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (2400 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1400 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (140 gp). Old masterpiece painting (2400 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1400 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This eastern man's face is deformed and paralyzed on one side. As such, he slurs his words together. He likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. With a patchy golden beard and wild golden hair. His eyes are a pleasant gray.

Personality: He fancies himself a trickster and likes to rely on his wits to carry the day. He cares for his older siblings and likes to be recognized by them. He keeps company with all sorts of races to see how they think and challenge minds foreign to his own.

History: Heian was born in the east. At a young age he loved to build and create. Brilliant and gifted he never wanted to apply himself. He has since lost track of the people in his past.

Motivation: An old rival family wants him found; and to unite with his sister

Ideals: Gifted, Persistence, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Family. Occupation: Barber

Voice: German accent

Possessions: A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (70 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1400 gp). Jeweled anklet (4000 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1400 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1400 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1300 gp). Gold music box (4000 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 (90 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (70 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A plain young-adult man, he wears light armors faded through time and improper care. His blonde hair is long and unkept. His violet eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: He has a good heart but also a terrible temper. He will forgive often but not before yelling and berating someone for whatever they have done wrong. He is accommodating to his spouse and as such limits his hospitality. He is brave and levelheaded in the face of danger and has proven himself a capable leader.

History: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. Through the years after Gerard was born, his mother became increasingly distant from his family, instead choosing to pursue power in the east. Gerard's mother didn't care for him much, and the feeling was mutual. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: Wishes to resurrect an old love; and he possesses a valuable artifact that the thieves guild wishes to steal

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Disease. Bonds: In love. Occupation: Carpenter

Voice: Speaks with lower jaw sticking out

Possessions: 12000 gp. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He is an attractive man, lean and moderately muscular. He tends to wear a brown poncho over his likewise colored trousers and shirt. His silver hair is thinning but still full. His eyes are a pleasant amber.

Personality: He is a hateful person. He taunts others and blames them for his problems. He has a small toy that he constantly fidgets with.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. 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 became a Apothecary soon after.

Motivation: To be a Knight again.

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Antagonistic, Addict. Bonds: Attractive, Job. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Soothing and warm

Possessions: 6000 gp. Large well-done wool tapestry (400 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 (100 gp). 1 Minor magic item.