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 dresses in black turtlenecks beneath a grey coat with brown slacks. Her auburn hair is heavily combed to the left. Her gray eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: She can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. She is a font of random trivia from the lore and stories she has discovered

History: She was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. A serious injury left her mother unemployed and in need of constant care. Her family became saddled with debt trying to care for her infirm mother. She left for the east, certain she would find work there.

Motivation: To pay off her debts; and she made a deal with a demon which lead to her current lot in life, and she's becoming increasingly nervous about it

Ideals: Gifted, Logical. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Immigrant, Debt. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Russian accent

Possessions: 6000 gp. Smoky quartz (70 gp). Alexandrite (1200 gp). Obsidian (9 gp). Amber (120 gp). Blue star sapphire (700 gp). Malachite (9 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1200 gp). Peridot (70 gp). Coral (120 gp). Silver pearl (120 gp). Star rose quartz (70 gp). Malachite (9 gp). Chrysoberyl (120 gp). Eye agate (9 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1200 gp). Carnelian (70 gp). Carnelian (70 gp). Red garnet (120 gp).

Description: This late middle aged man dresses well, wearing brown shirts, loose pants, and blazers most of the time and is in decent physical shape. His fur is lavender and very short. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: He is a Bather first and foremost. He believes firmly that knowledge should be universal. The war was a terrible time for him, and Shivering does not often speak of it. When he does, he does so with a strained expression and tears in his eyes.

History: Shivering was born with his mother's beautiful face. A gifted student he started as a Roofer, but he got bored and became a Bather. He then took over the family business and is one of the better Bather for hire.

Motivation: To be a Roofer again.

Flaws: Depressed. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Military, Religious. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Smoker's lung

Possessions: 12000 gp. An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (90 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (2200 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (800 gp). Solid gold idol (1200 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1400 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1200 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1400 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (2200 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (90 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (700 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (90 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (700 gp).

Description: This malnourished woman is dressed in an above average manner. She sports white long hair. Her eyes are amber and she is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: She is fixated on the number 1. She counts her steps and bites of food to keep in track with it. She seems to be used to being ignored and not questioned about it. She is able to fit into much smaller and tighter spaces than normal.

History: Her parents moved while she was still in utero so she is the first generation to be born here. Brilliant and gifted she never wanted to apply herself. She left for the south, certain she would find work there.

Motivation: She is not mentally stable, and does not behave rationally.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Attractive, Poor, Immigrant. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: Pronounces 'its' and 'is' like 'eats' and 'ease'

Possessions: 600 pp. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This man stands a little under 5'9" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He wears dark leathers with embroidery. He has purple hair. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: He has a massive crush on the younger sibling of the Barkeep who has hired him part-time. He is lazy and tries to find solutions quickly.

History: He was born to loving parents in a slum to the east. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Barkeep hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. He has gone from town to town working and never settling down anywhere, but has fallen for a local Spice Merchant. He hasn't told them the truth, but wants to settle down with them.

Motivation: He would like to get married and retire; and he's attracted to the pc

Flaws: Lazy. Bonds: Has a crush, Poor. Occupation: Barkeep

Voice: Hard of hearing, loud

Possessions: 1400 pp.

Description: She has a missing left leg. She has a large tan mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into her brown robe. She keeps her long auburn hair kept up in a rat tail. She has amber eyes and a tan hat with a brown feather.

Personality: She is quite gentle and does not know the full extent of her strength. She works very hard to maintain that gentleness. She is an amazing painter.

History: From birth she was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. From there she went from mercenary job to mercenary job. She became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: Meet up once more with her childhood friend; and she has passion for adventuring and risk

Ideals: Disciplined, Gifted. Bonds: Mentor, Adventurer. Occupation: Guard

Voice: Speaks with squeezed throat

Possessions: 7000 gp. Embroidered and bejeweled glove (4000 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1500 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1500 gp). A finely crafted rug of intricate, geometric designs worked with silver threading (30 gp). Solid gold idol (1200 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (2000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. He is armored in gleaming platemail with gilded edges. A flowing white cape and mantle trimmed with soft tan waves gently in the breeze. He wears a Stetson hat to hide his balding. His eyes are gray and catlike.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. He uses divination through singing.

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Thorpe was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. After coming to the age of reason, Thorpe took it upon himself to study the psionic arts in their entirety; because of this, he was labeled a dark omen and banished from his homeland. Since then, he has sought to make the best of life.

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

Ideals: Optimist, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Mentor. Occupation: Dyer

Voice: Pronounces O like U

Possessions: 10000 gp. Rock crystal (30 gp). Banded agate (11 gp). Jasper (30 gp). Amethyst (50 gp). Jet (50 gp). Deep blue spinel (300 gp). White opal (1200 gp). Star rose quartz (30 gp). Chrysoberyl (50 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (1200 gp). Blue quartz (11 gp).

Description: This eastern man is abnormally tall. He is renowned for his bright green suits and hats. His whole body is exceptionally muscular. He has dyed his greying brown hair a little too much giving a sharp brown color. His eyes are a pleasant gold.

Personality: He likes to make people angry or surprised. He is susceptible to being scared and is in actuality easily frightened. He likes to tell stories.

History: The child of eastern immigrants he idolized his father. 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 has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: Obtaining odd cultural Half-Elven artifacts is his passion; and retire the richest man in the east

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Antagonistic, Fearful. Bonds: Immigrant, Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Adventurer

Voice: Soft and melodious

Possessions: 900 pp. Chrysoprase (30 gp). Malachite (15 gp). Aquamarine (400 gp). Aquamarine (400 gp). Red garnet (130 gp). Red-brown spinel (130 gp). Blue quartz (15 gp). Jacinth (5000 gp). Iolite (30 gp). Moonstone (30 gp). Citrine (30 gp). Citrine (30 gp). Hematite (15 gp). Moss agate (15 gp). Freshwater pearl (15 gp). Star ruby (1600 gp). Star rose quartz (30 gp). Onyx (30 gp). Red garnet (130 gp). 1 Medium magic item.