Description: A plain young-adult woman, she wears a white vest and prefers black and blue shirts. Her boots appear to have been at one point steel toed but are quite worn down. She keeps her golden hair in a flapper bob. Her eyes are likewise violet.

Personality: Aside from being a little slow due to sleep deprivation she is generally quite perceptive. She notices little details and can draw good conclusions from them. She is obsessed with a lost civilization.

History: She was born on a small isolated farm. As a young adult she joined a group advocating for an improvement in Half-Orc conditions. She hasn't been sleeping well lately.

Motivation: A strong sense of loyalty to Halfling people; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Flaws: Ugly, Insomniac, Racist. Bonds: Adventurer, Nature. Occupation: Interpreter

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: 12000 gp. Amber (130 gp). Zircon (40 gp). Violet garnet (900 gp). Freshwater pearl (4 gp). Tourmaline (130 gp). Rich purple corundum (500 gp). Sardonyx (40 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (4 gp). Tourmaline (130 gp). Chrysoberyl (130 gp). Pink pearl (130 gp). Chrysoberyl (130 gp). White opal (500 gp). White opal (500 gp). Violet garnet (900 gp).

Description: She is a paragon of her species. She is larger and stronger than most Gnomes. Her skin is dark but she possesses many red ritualistic tattoos. She wears baggy tan pantaloons and a red scarf. She has wavy auburn hair. Her eyes are violet and catlike.

Personality: Her voice, at times compared to that of a Nymph, lambasts those who consider themselves "civilized" with snide, belittling remarks; the subtle growl she speaks with growing louder in doing so, one can find it most pronounced, despite the otherwise natural purity of her tone. On top of that she is swayed by a pretty face, and while loyalty to her employer will always come first she doesn't like to hit women.

History: Born to a poor family in the city she treasured whatever gifts she got. A gypsy cursed her at a young age, leading to her ugly appearance. When she grew older, she became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. She began work as a mercenary for hire. She would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: She's attracted to the PC.

Flaws: Cynical, Ugly. Bonds: Has a crush, Adventurer, Poor. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Low and grunting

Possessions: 3000 gp. Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (1000 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1700 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1700 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1000 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1100 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (200 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). Gold music box (2000 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (900 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (40 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: She is a woman of bearing and well nourished. She prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for her hunting needs. Her long white hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. Her brown eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. She has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: She is happy with her job as a Banker. She turns her eye from what people do, preferring to live and let live. 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: The child of a Miller, who enjoyed hunting, Meriele was taken on many hunting expeditions. She helped her father out around the business and became quite the natural. She got away from her former life and has fallen to alcoholism.

Motivation: She has money and likes to spend it; and sabotage a competitor

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Rich, Job, In love, Nature. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: 7000 gp. Violet garnet (1200 gp). Obsidian (10 gp). Aquamarine (1200 gp). Deep blue spinel (1200 gp). Deep blue spinel (1200 gp). Violet garnet (1200 gp). Coral (160 gp). Lapis lazuli (10 gp). Malachite (10 gp). Carnelian (40 gp). Freshwater pearl (10 gp). Black star sapphire (1600 gp). Blue quartz (10 gp). Jade (160 gp). Zircon (40 gp). Aquamarine (1200 gp). Malachite (10 gp). Sardonyx (40 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (10 gp). Deep green spinel (160 gp).

Description: This exceptionally lanky woman is well dressed, constantly wearing a brown suit, black shirt, and yellow tie. Her hair is brown, silky, and of moderate length. She wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: She considers herself a woman of culture and sophistication. She likes a good challenge to her wits. She disdains her fellow westerners, claiming they make her look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: She was raised by priests from a young age. Her father was supposedly a charlatan fortune teller, but she insists her father was legitimate. She moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: She has a rivalry with the Church that dominates her actions.

Ideals: Impeccable. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Religious, Mentor. Occupation: Shoemaker

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (1000 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (1000 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (1000 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (4000 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (1000 gp). Old masterpiece painting (2400 gp). Solid gold idol (1200 gp). A finely crafted rug of intricate, geometric designs worked with silver threading (70 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1200 gp). Solid gold idol (1200 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (1000 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (30 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (30 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (700 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A pudgy woman standing about 5'3" has a big stupid grin on her face most of the time. She wears a large hat to cast shadows over her face and wears ponchos to better hide her body. She has wavy silver hair. She wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: A grumpy gal she will invite people to lunch so she can critique them. Yet she still seems generally likeable, like a lovable grump. She is a bit of a xeno-phobe, disliking non-Half-Elves.

History: She got into the Stableman business at a young age. There was a wharf not far from home where she often wandered off to fish. She inherited the family business which she has now maintained for 15 years.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor; and balancing her hectic life and new stableman responsibilities is difficult

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Antagonistic, Racist. Bonds: Job, Nature. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Spanish accent

Possessions: 8000 gp. Black opal (400 gp). Chrysoprase (20 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (14 gp). Aquamarine (600 gp). Lapis lazuli (14 gp). Rhodochrosite (14 gp). Amethyst (160 gp). Golden yellow topaz (600 gp). Jet (160 gp). Peridot (20 gp). Chalcedony (20 gp). Chrysoprase (20 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.

Description: This western woman wears a black costume with the symbols of the sun god on her torso. Her clothes are grease stained in places. Her black hair is still thick. She has gray eyes.

Personality: She swings through moods quickly. One moment she is cool and collected, the next she is carried away by passions. As long as the job gets done she does not care how it got done.

History: Born to a poor family in the city she treasured whatever gifts she got. She took every job she could get her hands on, but the opportunities for Half-Orcs in the west were limited. She left for the west, certain she would find work there.

Motivation: Retire the richest woman in the west.

Ideals: Passionate, Professionalism. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant. Occupation: Sculptor

Voice: Thin and wheezing

Possessions: 12000 gp. Coral (40 gp). Moss agate (13 gp). Deep blue spinel (400 gp). Black pearl (400 gp). Deep green spinel (40 gp). Deep blue spinel (400 gp). Red spinel (40 gp).

Description: The light-skinned woman stands 4'11" and wears a custom-built plate barding that's adorned with violet lining and desert motifs. Her white hair is still thick. Her face is full, her cheeks are rosy, and she always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in her amber eyes.

Personality: She swings through moods quickly. One moment she is cool and collected, the next she is carried away by passions. She dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. Her biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: She got into the Cartwright business at a young age. She was a friend to animals and a trickster. In her defense of animals however she would do severe harm to people. She ran away from her former home and has been making her living as a Cartwright for the past few years.

Motivation: To be a Animal Trainer again; and to share knowledge with the world

Ideals: Passionate, Logical. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Nature. Occupation: Cartwright

Voice: Laughs frequently while speaking

Possessions: 7000 gp. Deep green spinel (160 gp). Deep green spinel (160 gp). Alexandrite (600 gp). Eye agate (4 gp). Black pearl (600 gp). Obsidian (4 gp).