Description: Runty and weak-looking, he very much looks the part of a Stableman. His crest, while still mostly scarlet, has prominent grey streaks. His eyes are a pleasant red.

Personality: He is quite rude, and likes to deride his opponents skill and shout insults at them. He has a cruel streak; something he gained from his previous mentor. He harbors resentment against his former mentor.

History: Sold as a small child to a slaver, Azzakh 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 Stableman work with an outfit from a few towns over. Stableman work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He then took over the family business and is one of the better Stableman for hire.

Motivation: Expand his business; and he'd like to take his coworkers down a peg

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Job, Poor, Mentor. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Complex vocabulary, royal

Possessions: 2000 gp. Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (180 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (2000 gp). A delicate silver chain set with a tourmaline (60 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (500 gp). Old masterpiece painting (500 gp). A detailed rose, with petals and thorns, constructed of silver and electrum (60 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (180 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (3000 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (5000 gp). Old masterpiece painting (500 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (600 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: She prefers to wear red clothing when she does not wear armor. She carries a battered hand crossbow and tarnished falchion as well. Her long black hair reaches down to her waist. Her amber eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: Deceptive and manipulative this eastern gal figured out how to best use her charms to convince people to do what she wants. Despite her manner, she is extremely passionate and proud of her job, and she prides herself in being thorough and never missing a detail.

History: A child with a great deal of poetry talent her parents made sure she got the chance to thrive. Her spouse left her for another, whom she beat to an almost bloody pulp. She did not win them back, but she came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. She has drifted from career to career and currently works as a Architect.

Motivation: Expand her business.

Ideals: Fighting, Artistic. Bonds: Attractive, Job. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: 10000 gp. Golden yellow topaz (1300 gp). Golden pearl (160 gp). Blue quartz (5 gp). Black pearl (1300 gp). Freshwater pearl (5 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (5 gp). Carnelian (30 gp). White pearl (160 gp). Zircon (30 gp). Red garnet (160 gp). Iolite (30 gp). Tourmaline (160 gp). Eye agate (5 gp). Lapis lazuli (5 gp). 1 Major magic item.

Description: This woman is bedraggled and starved. She is typically in her Merchant uniform. Her long golden hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. Her voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: She is envious of other's things. She hoards treasure, art, food, wine, and anything that she so desires. She invites people to come help in her community garden.

History: Born in the south her family was never financially stable. A gifted student she started as a Map Maker, but she got bored and became a Merchant. She tends to her Merchant job now, and dutifully fulfills any obligations she has.

Motivation: She is not mentally stable, and does not behave rationally; and expand her business

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Insane, Greedy. Bonds: Job, Poor. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: 900 pp. A necklace of small pink pearls (6000 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1200 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1300 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1300 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (130 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (800 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Solid gold idol (400 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (6000 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (400 gp). Gold music box (1000 gp).

Description: Relatively heavier built than your average woman, she is not imposing. She is armored in gleaming platemail with gilded edges. A flowing red cape and mantle trimmed with soft black waves gently in the breeze. Her wide-brimmed hat is riddled with cuts and holes. Her face possesses mild wrinkles. Her smile is extraordinarily sincere though she does not smile often.

Personality: She shows great sympathy to all travelers. She's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. She loves teas. She is very sensitive about her face. To blow off anger she lifts weights and to control her otherwise explosive temper she works out a lot.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Nikki grew up listening to her father's many stories. She was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. Her spouse died of illness and she inherited everything. She now travels the world, in search of power and loot.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever.

Ideals: Philantrophist, Fighting. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Beggar

Voice: Hissing voice

Possessions: 1000 gp. Jeweled gold crown (4000 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (2400 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1200 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (6000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (500 gp).

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. He wears a worn and beaten armor. His auburn hair and beard is wavy and long. His ears are large.

Personality: He is a hateful person. He taunts others and blames them for his problems. He is a ruthless business man, a trait he acquired from his mother.

History: He served in the navy to pay for his family's outstanding loans. In his 17th year, his parents were killed by a brigands raid, leaving Chay alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, he was adopted. He has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: Someone believes him a fraud; and several ex partners dislike his way of doing things and want revenge

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Military, Enemies. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 1000 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A moderately attractive woman, she wears grey robes with leather pauldrons. Though occasionally she wears more armor. She prefers to carry a axe, but if one is not available she will default to her flail. She wears her white hair down. Her gray eyes peer out from beneath her top grey hat.

Personality: She is overprotective of those who hire her services. She is underhanded and not above using her wealth and body to get others to do her bidding.

History: Born in the west her family was never financially stable. She was one of the best in her class, and was picked up by her current employer. She quickly showed her capability and was soon promoted to a head role. She has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: To protect her home; and to clean up the streets

Bonds: Attractive, Guardian, Poor, Job. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: 7000 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 (10 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (500 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (300 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2000 gp). Solid gold idol (400 gp). Jeweled anklet (1000 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (800 gp). Old masterpiece painting (400 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (800 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (2000 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (100 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (100 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (800 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.

Description: He is a mite stocky and wears very tight pants and wife beaters, though occasionally he sports a brown coat. His brown hair is lengthy. His eyes are likewise gray. His teeth are yellowed and unaligned.

Personality: He likes to brag about his accomplishments and constantly tries to beat others to the punch. He does not trust anyone and sleeps with one eye open.

History: He was born on a small isolated farm. When the war came and ruined his parents he was left adrift. He was a hard man then and has only learned to fight more as time goes on. He bought a longbow and has really upped his game hunting, due to his understanding of decoy and ambush.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep.

Ideals: Passionate. Flaws: Ugly, Insomniac, PTSD. Bonds: Nature. Occupation: Stylist

Voice: Voice breaks

Possessions: 5000 gp. Citrine (20 gp). Lapis lazuli (15 gp). Aquamarine (300 gp). Moonstone (20 gp). Sardonyx (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. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.