Description: This late middle aged man is wearing a long, blue cloak and is in decent physical shape. He wears his auburn hair up. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: He cares much about the opinion of others, both in good and in bad: when keeping in line with his opinion, he thinks highly of the other person, but when opinions clash, he can get violently argumentative. He is lazy, self-centered, vain, and jealous.

History: His history is one of pain. He was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves his parents kept. He was taken from his home at a very young age. He then took over the family business and is one of the better Cook for hire.

Motivation: Many brigands want him driven away; and sabotage a competitor

Ideals: Opinionated. Flaws: Selfish. Bonds: Slave, Job, Enemies. Occupation: Cook

Voice: Forgets to breathe while speaking

Possessions: 4000 gp. Moss agate (11 gp). Violet garnet (900 gp). Aquamarine (900 gp). Banded agate (11 gp). Alexandrite (900 gp). Deep blue spinel (900 gp). Alexandrite (900 gp). Star ruby (500 gp). Silver pearl (100 gp). Golden pearl (100 gp). Deep blue spinel (900 gp). Aquamarine (900 gp). Aquamarine (900 gp). Moss agate (11 gp). Deep blue spinel (900 gp). Chrysoprase (50 gp). Jade (100 gp). Black pearl (900 gp). Chalcedony (50 gp).

Description: Relatively heavier built than your average woman, she is not imposing. She wears black trousers with green and blue striped suspenders. She wears various colorful collared shirts. She sports a flattop hair cut. This blue eyed easterner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: Calm and collected, she is a well trained Jeweler. She seeks to pay back kindness whenever she gets the chance. Whether it be in the form of unwanted serenades or the latest gossip she always seeks to do solids for her friends.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Grai grew up listening to her father's many stories. She sought a place where she would be rewarded solely on the merits of her skills. This search led her directly into Jeweler work with an outfit from a few towns over. Jeweler work suited her well, and with each successful project, she earned more gold and more respect from her peers. She became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: She's looking for her big break; and sabotage a competitor

Ideals: Philantrophist. Bonds: Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Jeweler

Voice: Can't modulate volume

Possessions: 11000 gp. Banded agate (4 gp). Violet garnet (800 gp). Black star sapphire (1500 gp). Coral (80 gp). Violet garnet (800 gp). Azurite (4 gp). Emerald (1500 gp). Rose (70 gp). Amber (80 gp). Moss agate (4 gp). Jasper (70 gp). Red-brown spinel (80 gp). Lapis lazuli (4 gp). Jasper (70 gp). Deep green spinel (80 gp). Red spinel (80 gp). Deep blue spinel (800 gp). Golden yellow topaz (800 gp). Aquamarine (800 gp). Azurite (4 gp). Aquamarine (800 gp). Violet garnet (800 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This woman stands a little under 3'10" and is a bit bulky. She is very muscular particularly in the legs. She wears many layers of old clothing at all times. Her auburn hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. She has blue eyes and a brown hat with a white feather.

Personality: She is almost excessively polite to everyone, even when angry. 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. 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 left for the west, certain she would find work there.

Motivation: Expand her business.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant, Job. Occupation: Stylist

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: 4000 gp. Pink pearl (150 gp). Rock crystal (40 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He is lean but muscular and prefers to wear flannel. He has a chestnut handlebar mustache and slicked back chestnut hair. His ears are large.

Personality: He does not care much for physical appearances, nor does he care much for other people. He does however care about what he wants and getting it. He receives visions of the future at random moments

History: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. In his formative years he discovered how persuasive he was. He began using that to his advantage selling useless wares at inflated prices. He has drifted from career to career and currently works as a Mason.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Gifted, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Mason

Voice: Pronounces O like U

Possessions: 4000 gp. Smoky quartz (70 gp). Red garnet (160 gp). Banded agate (12 gp). Bloodstone (70 gp). Eye agate (12 gp). Jet (160 gp). Blue sapphire (800 gp). Moss agate (12 gp). Coral (160 gp). Chalcedony (70 gp). Golden yellow topaz (200 gp). Banded agate (12 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (12 gp). Black pearl (200 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (12 gp). Jet (160 gp). Red garnet (160 gp). Star ruby (800 gp). Black pearl (200 gp). Black opal (800 gp). Aquamarine (200 gp). Chalcedony (70 gp). Blue quartz (12 gp).

Description: This woman is wearing a long, black cloak, and sports empty pouches on her belt. Her copper crest is greasy and uncared for. Her voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: She is highly sensitive about her name. She loathes it, but will not take any guff about it from anyone. She also hits on women, regardless of circumstances.

History: The child of a Priest, who enjoyed hunting, Nuthra was taken on many hunting expeditions. Her family was turned out during the war. She and her family wandered east to less war torn lands. She has gone from town to town working and never settling down anywhere, but has fallen for a local Priest. She hasn't told them the truth, but wants to settle down with them.

Motivation: She has a crush on the local Priest; and she wants to get laid

Flaws: Ugly, Insane, Sensitive, PTSD. Bonds: Has a crush, Nature. Occupation: Shipwright

Voice: Gruff and masculine

Possessions: 200 pp. Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1300 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1500 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 (60 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (40 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). Solid gold idol (600 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1300 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (4000 gp). A delicate silver chain set with a tourmaline (60 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1500 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (40 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1500 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1500 gp). A small bag of saffron. (60 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1500 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1300 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (40 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (40 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1500 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (500 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he typically wears tan cloth garments or leather armor. His chestnut hair is heavily combed to the right. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his amber eyes.

Personality: He believes mankind has become decadent and spoiled by the march of civilization and an end should come to life as we know it. He is however greedy and will demand payment and proof of collateral's value and will produce a merchant's scale to make sure he is not cheated out of a speck.

History: He was raised by priests from a young age. His mother was supposedly a charlatan fortune teller, but he insists his mother was legitimate. He has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: Retire the richest man in the north; and he has a rivalry with the church that dominates his actions

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Bonds: Attractive, Nature, Religious, Mentor. Occupation: Junk Dealer

Voice: Sleepy voice

Possessions: 1000 pp. Moss agate (8 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1400 gp). Hematite (8 gp). Rock crystal (80 gp). Bloodstone (80 gp). Peridot (80 gp). Chrysoberyl (100 gp). Lapis lazuli (8 gp). Zircon (80 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (8 gp).

Description: This exceptionally lanky man likes to wear ponchos typically of a light yellow in addition to tight pants. He has no hair. He has gleaming, smiling green eyes.

Personality: He is fixated on the number 9. He counts his steps and bites of food to keep in track with it. He seems to be used to being ignored and not questioned about it. He is able to make almost anything out of random pieces of junk.

History: He was born on a small isolated farm. 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 now owns his own business.

Motivation: To reunite with his absent mother; and marry his sister to traveling adventurers

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Insane. Bonds: Nature, Job, Family. Occupation: Map Maker

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: 700 pp. Silver pearl (40 gp). Red-brown spinel (40 gp). Jasper (70 gp). Black pearl (1600 gp). Tourmaline (40 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1600 gp). Aquamarine (1600 gp). Silver pearl (40 gp). Silver pearl (40 gp). Rhodochrosite (13 gp). Violet garnet (1600 gp). Silver pearl (40 gp). Fire opal (1200 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.