Description: This woman prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for her hunting needs. She has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized sapphire on her right hand. Her red fur is lengthy and is close to two feet long. She has a tattooed face.

Personality: She seems absolutely devoid of it. She stares off into space and will respond with overly literal and minimalist answers to questions. As long as the job gets done she does not care how it got done.

History: She was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. She graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. She advanced relatively quickly due to her good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. She's since become an addict/alcoholic.

Motivation: She feels kind of lost in life; and to end her boredom

Ideals: Professionalism. Flaws: Mundane, Addict, Depressed. Bonds: Rich, Military. Occupation: Farmer

Voice: Excited and jittery

Possessions: 500 pp. Citrine (70 gp). Alexandrite (600 gp). Moss agate (16 gp). Coral (40 gp). Aquamarine (600 gp). Coral (40 gp). Black pearl (600 gp). Blue quartz (16 gp). Peridot (70 gp). Black pearl (600 gp). Coral (40 gp). Alexandrite (600 gp). Iolite (70 gp). Clear bright green emerald (7000 gp). Red garnet (40 gp). Rich purple corundum (600 gp).

Description: A woman with thick toned arms and a paunchy gut. She dresses like a well dressed Spice Merchant does. She has moderate length brown hair. Her thin eyebrows rest above her beady brown eyes.

Personality: She is irritable and easily angered. She is a bit of a bully and is not afraid to use her stature and powers to intimidate and hurt. She disdains her fellow northerners, claiming they make her look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: Theirastra was raised in a hard working conservative environment. She was an apprentice working in her mother's forge. She became a Spice Merchant soon after.

Motivation: Balancing her hectic life and new Spice Merchant responsibilities is difficult; and she'd like to take her coworkers down a peg

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Job, Immigrant. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Excited and jittery

Possessions: 11000 gp. Red garnet (100 gp). Hematite (11 gp). Brown-green garnet (100 gp). Rich purple corundum (800 gp). Moonstone (40 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1000 gp). Obsidian (11 gp). Deep green spinel (100 gp). Brown diamond (3000 gp). Red garnet (100 gp). Jet (100 gp). Jasper (40 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A thin man, he clearly needs to put on some weight, but he still has a lot of muscle. He is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright tan and green, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. His chestnut hair and beard is wavy and long. His skin is flawless and his hazel eyes scan people very quickly.

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 moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: He was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. He was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. He never won. He leaves a trail of broken hearts and full pockets wherever he goes.

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

Ideals: Athletic, Optimist. Flaws: Hedonist, Disease. Bonds: Rich, Attractive. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Rolls R's

Possessions: 1000 pp. Black star sapphire (1100 gp). Carnelian (50 gp). Jasper (50 gp). Zircon (50 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This woman stands a little under 5'2" and is a bit bulky. She is very muscular particularly in the legs. She prefers to wear black clothing when she does not wear armor. Her golden hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. Her face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. Her spectacle hidden eyes are a deep hazel.

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. Gorga enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for her love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: Sold as a small child to a brothel owner, Gorga was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. She eventually earned her freedom when her former master disappeared. She was an adventurer many years ago and she formed a blood bond with her Human companion (her 'brother'). Lacking all sense, she decided to go on an adventure. She picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: Obtaining odd cultural Human artifacts is her passion; and she's looking for her big break

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Antagonistic, Hedonist. Bonds: Mentor, Adventurer. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Speaks fast with a slight lisp

Possessions: 3000 gp. Tiger eye turquoise (16 gp). Rock crystal (70 gp). Golden pearl (50 gp). White pearl (50 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (900 gp). Banded agate (16 gp). Rhodochrosite (16 gp). Jasper (70 gp). Chrysoberyl (50 gp). Jasper (70 gp). Rock crystal (70 gp). Violet garnet (800 gp). Chrysoprase (70 gp). Rhodochrosite (16 gp). Fire opal (900 gp). Golden yellow topaz (800 gp). Blue quartz (16 gp). Hematite (16 gp). Smoky quartz (70 gp). Sardonyx (70 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He typically wears blue cloth garments or leather armor. He cuts an attractive figure and his suit of old armor is well cared for even if it is obsolete. His black hair is lengthy. His hazel eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: He is witty, but his monotone delivery comes off as unnerving He passes on several rewards to people in need. He makes a point to leave places better than he found them.

History: He was born several months after his mother was called into army service. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. He now spends his time doing works of charity.

Motivation: His name or reputation has been wronged in the past by illithids, and he desires to right it; and he wants nothing more than to rejoin the army

Ideals: Joker, Philantrophist. Bonds: Attractive, Military. Occupation: Miner

Voice: Spits words with contempt

Possessions: 1600 pp. Chrysoberyl (40 gp). Peridot (60 gp). Bloodstone (60 gp). Aquamarine (300 gp). Rhodochrosite (9 gp). Red garnet (40 gp). Red garnet (40 gp). Rhodochrosite (9 gp). Violet garnet (300 gp). Rich purple corundum (1300 gp). Tourmaline (40 gp). Amber (40 gp). Moss agate (9 gp). Moss agate (9 gp). Citrine (60 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A woman with a friendly, welcoming air about her, she is well dressed, but even with her fine clothing she looks run-down. Her brass crest is unkempt and raggedy. Her ears are large.

Personality: She is a melancholic, but persistent worker. She resents family life and as such spurns the advances of admirers. She is submissive, is generally bored by everything, but will take part in whatever people ask of her. She is by nature obliging.

History: Born in the east her family was never financially stable. A gypsy cursed her at a young age, leading to her ugly appearance. She remains aloof and afraid to be herself due to all the ideals others have placed upon her.

Motivation: She feels kind of lost in life; and she loathes her own lifestyle

Flaws: Ugly, Depressed, Insane, Shy. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Barber

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

Possessions: 6000 gp. Blue quartz (6 gp). Black pearl (1300 gp). Deep green spinel (90 gp). Banded agate (6 gp). Rhodochrosite (6 gp). Bloodstone (80 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (6 gp). Jet (90 gp). Jasper (80 gp). Star ruby (1500 gp). Pink pearl (90 gp). Freshwater pearl (6 gp). Peridot (80 gp). Silver pearl (90 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he is wearing dark clothing and a heavy breastplate, keeping many of his physical features obscured. His white hair is thinning but still full. His blue eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. He has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: He can speak with the recently deceased. Energy wise he seems alert and responsive.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Scribe hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. He's since become an addict/alcoholic.

Motivation: He is not mentally stable, and does not behave rationally; and he has a crush on the local hunter

Ideals: Gifted, Professionalism. Flaws: Addict, Insane. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Scribe

Voice: Indian accent

Possessions: 800 pp. A detailed rose, with petals and thorns, constructed of silver and electrum (60 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (600 gp). Finely wrought small gold bracelet (60 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (600 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (600 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (2000 gp). Solid gold idol (1100 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). Gold cup set with emeralds (12000 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (600 gp). A detailed rose, with petals and thorns, constructed of silver and electrum (60 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). A silver and pearl hairclip (60 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (8000 gp). Solid gold idol (1100 gp). A silver and pearl hairclip (60 gp).