Description: A man with a warm, jovial air about him, he is wearing colorful clothing, dressed as a Mercenary. His white hair is smooth and relatively long. He is baby faced.

Personality: Deceptive and manipulative this northern guy figured out how to best use his charms to convince people to do what he wants. He will pursue extreme courses of action in the short term, confident that they cannot fail.

History: He was born in the north. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Mercenary work with an outfit from a few towns over. Mercenary work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He inherited the family business which he has now maintained for 2 years.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and he'd like to take his coworkers down a peg

Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Job. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: 12000 gp. Freshwater pearl (5 gp). Emerald (800 gp). Black pearl (500 gp). Black pearl (500 gp). Black star sapphire (800 gp). Coral (120 gp). Jet (120 gp). Black pearl (500 gp). Obsidian (5 gp). Zircon (70 gp). Rose (70 gp). Red-brown spinel (120 gp). Deep blue spinel (500 gp). Banded agate (5 gp). Malachite (5 gp). Citrine (70 gp). Obsidian (5 gp). Aquamarine (500 gp).

Description: This man is generally well dressed albeit a few years behind the times. He has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized opal on his right hand. His hair is purple and very short. He was beautiful and young once, which still shows through his age, but it is a faded beauty.

Personality: Eccentric and domineering, Cairn will drive conversation. Flattery will make him almost putty in your hands.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. 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 built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

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

Ideals: Extrovert. Flaws: Selfish. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Mentor. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Shortens vowels

Possessions: 6000 gp. Azurite (5 gp). Deep blue spinel (1000 gp). Malachite (5 gp). Pink pearl (130 gp). Amethyst (130 gp). Sardonyx (80 gp). Onyx (80 gp). Azurite (5 gp). Alexandrite (1000 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (1300 gp). Sard (80 gp). Lapis lazuli (5 gp). Chrysoprase (80 gp). Obsidian (5 gp). Aquamarine (1000 gp). Rose (80 gp). Jet (130 gp). Azurite (5 gp). Moonstone (80 gp). Golden pearl (130 gp). Chrysoprase (80 gp). Alexandrite (1000 gp). Deep blue spinel (1000 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (1300 gp). Zircon (80 gp). Fire opal (1300 gp). Golden pearl (130 gp). Sard (80 gp). Freshwater pearl (5 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He is a small man, but exceptionally fit. He tends to wear a black poncho over his likewise colored trousers and shirt. His gold crest is still thick. His half smiles and red eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: He seems absolutely devoid of it. He stares off into space and will respond with overly literal and minimalist answers to questions. His philosophy is that everyone needs a friend and as such shows hospitality towards all.

History: Kerkad hails from a village terrorized by goblins. He was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. He never won. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to goblins demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: He seems to be bored by most things; and a deep hatred of goblins

Ideals: Athletic, Optimist. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Attractive, Enemies. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: 7000 gp. Aquamarine (800 gp). Chalcedony (30 gp). Rock crystal (30 gp). Jet (110 gp). Black pearl (800 gp). Deep green spinel (110 gp). Violet garnet (800 gp). Obsidian (8 gp). Obsidian (8 gp). Chalcedony (30 gp). Rock crystal (30 gp). Deep green spinel (110 gp). Zircon (30 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: A moderately attractive woman, she is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright green and tan, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. She sports a flattop crest cut. Her gold eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: She hates Dragonborns with a passion. As such she is filled with self loathing. She is a ruthless business woman, a trait she acquired from her father.

History: She was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. After coming to the age of reason, Synthrin took it upon herself to study the arcane arts in their entirety; because of this, she was labeled a dark omen and banished from her homeland. She now has a substantial network of resources ranging from contacts to ships to peers.

Motivation: She is greedy; and a strong sense of loyalty to human people

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Gifted. Flaws: Racist, Disease. Bonds: Rich, Attractive. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 7000 gp. Star ruby (800 gp). Rhodochrosite (15 gp). Pink pearl (140 gp).

Description: She stands about 5'1" and wears a faded coat and loose pants complete with deerstalker hat. Her left leg appears badly burned and disfigured. Her hair is brown, silky, and of moderate length. Her brown eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: She is mildly Elf supremacist, though she does not identify as such. She also has developed a complete distrust of the Assassin profession.

History: She got into the Carter business at a young age. As a young adult she joined a group advocating for an improvement in Elven conditions. She now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: She is greedy; and she uses money and sex appeal to get what she needs

Flaws: Racist. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Rich. Occupation: Carter

Voice: Deep voice with rolling R's

Possessions: 2000 gp. Solid gold idol (400 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (900 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (180 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (900 gp). Solid gold idol (400 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (70 gp). Old masterpiece painting (800 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). Gold music box (3000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (180 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: She wears rags and sports a simple walking cane. She carries with her a set of falchions on her belt, each one with a jet on the hilt. Sporting a white mohawk this woman's hair draws a lot of attention. She is very pretty but has cold, dead eyes.

Personality: She is inclined to make off color jokes and interpret anything that could be construed as such as innuendo. She has a hair trigger and will fly into rage over the tiniest perceived slights.

History: Veloptima was born the youngest of three triplets. Her parents divorced when she was young, and her father gained full cudstody. She was regularly beaten by her father, who blamed her for driving them apart. Due to her spouse's obsession with being a Barkeep they were divorced and she won custody of their daughter. She worked as a Soapmaker, and she later adopted a second daughter.

Motivation: To reunite with her absent father; and find a way to reverse the transformation of her brother

Ideals: Fighting, Joker. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Poor, Attractive, Family. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Hissing voice

Possessions: 1000 pp. Citrine (60 gp). Black pearl (500 gp). Golden yellow topaz (500 gp). Coral (90 gp). Blue quartz (9 gp). Black star sapphire (1500 gp). Rock crystal (60 gp). Red-brown spinel (90 gp). Sard (60 gp). Moss agate (9 gp). Jasper (60 gp). Golden yellow topaz (500 gp). Star ruby (1500 gp). Iolite (60 gp). Malachite (9 gp). Amethyst (90 gp). Rock crystal (60 gp). Star rose quartz (60 gp). Smoky quartz (60 gp). Jet (90 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This late middle aged man is dressed in a clean blue cloak covering his clean studded leather and is in decent physical shape. He keeps his blonde hair in a flapper bob. His eyes are green and beady.

Personality: He shows great sympathy to all travelers. He's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. He spends most of his days drinking in the Inn, the rowdiest and most dangerous establishment in town. There he gambles, wrestles and listens to stories told by travelers.

History: He was a bastard born out of an affair, and his father always resented and mistreated him for it out of spite. His father was a soldier and died while he was still young. Zook was left his father's suit of armor and trained in its use and care. He used his abilities to travel the world and help people.

Motivation: He's looking for his big break; and he has passion for adventuring and risk

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Adventurer, Military. Occupation: Map Maker

Voice: Jittery and nervous

Possessions: 1100 pp. A small bag of saffron. (40 gp). Solid gold idol (1000 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (6000 gp). Silver ewer (40 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1000 gp). An elaborate, whalebone scrimshaw carving of intertwined orbs, each showing the legend of creation story (40 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1200 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (500 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (6000 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1800 gp). Solid gold idol (1000 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (90 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (6000 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (300 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (6000 gp). Jeweled anklet (3000 gp). A small bag of saffron. (40 gp). Solid gold idol (1000 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (500 gp).