Description: This younger middle-aged woman wears a white costume with the symbols of the four houses of cards on her torso, and a wedding ring on her left hand. She keeps her auburn hair in a pixie cut. Her ears are large.

Personality: She fancies herself a trickster and likes to rely on her wits to carry the day. She cares for her older siblings and likes to be recognized by them. She cannot resist a sob story and will often dote over anyone who has one.

History: Born in a small village she learned the ways of the warrior from her mother. 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. Due to her spouse's obsession with being a Bookbinder they were divorced and she won custody of their son. She worked as a Architect, and she later adopted a second son.

Motivation: Wishes to resurrect an old love; and regain custody of her son

Ideals: Philantrophist, Fighting. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: In love, Family. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Slurs words

Possessions: 1000 gp. Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (900 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (200 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (900 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (200 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (200 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 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 (30 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: A thin man, he clearly needs to put on some weight, but he still has a lot of muscle. He has a large yellow mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into his blue robe. He wears his brown hair up. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: Richard hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate him. It was this clingy personality that held back his singing career. He loves being with his children and actually smiles when they are around. He would do anything for them. He dislikes his ex a great deal.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. While studying, he fell in love. They married and had a daughter. He has since married many spouses, only to have them die. He claims to not be responsible.

Motivation: To reunite with his absent father; and find a way to reverse the transformation of his sister

Ideals: Athletic, Artistic. Bonds: Family, Mentor, In love. Occupation: Guard

Voice: Scottish accent

Possessions: 600 pp. Tourmaline (90 gp). Brown-green garnet (90 gp). Malachite (10 gp). Golden yellow topaz (400 gp). Rose (60 gp). Smoky quartz (60 gp). Freshwater pearl (10 gp). Hematite (10 gp). Iolite (60 gp). Eye agate (10 gp). Citrine (60 gp). Blue quartz (10 gp). Deep blue spinel (400 gp). Citrine (60 gp). Lapis lazuli (10 gp). Banded agate (10 gp). Moss agate (10 gp). Star ruby (1200 gp). Freshwater pearl (10 gp). Jet (90 gp). Violet garnet (400 gp).

Description: She is an attractive woman, lean and moderately muscular. She wears a simple burlap shirt and baggy pants. She conceals her greatsword with her veritable burlap sack of a shirt. Her golden hair is still thick. She has a dull look in her violet eyes.

Personality: She considers herself the protector of her home. She feels this is her duty and calling. She has a minor phobia of water and hates getting wet.

History: When she was but 3 years old her parents immigrated from the west. She was part of a huge silver rush, which was taken over by a mining company. The company confiscated a lot of silver, but the shipment was lost. She moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: To protect her home.

Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Guardian, Immigrant, Adventurer. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Dutch accent

Possessions: 8000 gp. Bloodstone (30 gp). Chrysoprase (30 gp). Smoky quartz (30 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: She wears a faded coat and loose pants complete with Stetson hat. She carries a battered pickaxe and tarnished scythe as well. She has no hair. Her blue eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: She is envious of other's things. She hoards treasure, art, food, wine, and anything that she so desires. She uses divination through singing.

History: Her arcane talent manifested at a young age. Aiming to upstage a rival house, her parents had her trained. 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 was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: She wants random interesting trinkets and junk, hates to throw anything away; and to fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever

Ideals: Fighting, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Greedy. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Beggar

Voice: Mumbles to self between sentences

Possessions: 4000 gp. Rock crystal (80 gp). Peridot (80 gp). Onyx (80 gp). Banded agate (16 gp). Chrysoberyl (60 gp). Smoky quartz (80 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (16 gp). Smoky quartz (80 gp). Bloodstone (80 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (16 gp). Tourmaline (60 gp). Brown-green garnet (60 gp). Star rose quartz (80 gp). Rhodochrosite (16 gp). Tourmaline (60 gp). Blue quartz (16 gp). Rich purple corundum (900 gp). Sardonyx (80 gp). Iolite (80 gp). Silver pearl (60 gp). Bloodstone (80 gp). Moss agate (16 gp). Brown-green garnet (60 gp). Rock crystal (80 gp). Rose (80 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: She is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. Her wide-brimmed hat is riddled with cuts and holes. She has amber eyes and a brown hat with a white feather.

Personality: She is overprotective of those who hire her services. She disdains her fellow northerners, claiming they make her look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: She was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. She was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. She never won. She has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: To protect her home.

Ideals: Fighting, Entrepeneur, Athletic. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Guardian, Immigrant. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Laughs frequently while speaking

Possessions: 1300 pp. Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (700 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Solid gold idol (1000 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1100 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (1000 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (150 gp).

Description: This dark-skinned female has a large brown mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into her grey robe. She is tall, broad shouldered and powerfully built. She has wavy black hair. Her amber eyes peer out from beneath her wide-brimmed brown hat.

Personality: She likes to fabricate stories about her past exploits and how crazy she is, but in actuality she is rather bland. She is a ruthless business woman, a trait she acquired from her mother.

History: Her history is one of pain. She was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves her parents kept. 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 drifted from career to career and currently works as a Junk Dealer.

Motivation: Her relatives are trying to arrange a marriage; and she is unsatisfied with her job

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Slave, Job, Family. Occupation: Junk Dealer

Voice: Spanish accent

Possessions: 1000 gp.

Description: She stands about 6'6" and prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for her hunting needs. Her left hand appears badly burned and disfigured. Her crest is blue, silky, and of moderate length. She wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: Abrasive and pushy, she has a hard time making friends. She is obsessed with finding treasure.

History: She served in the navy to pay for her family's outstanding loans. Her mother had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted her to inherit them. She spent several years traveling with her friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: Money/treasure.

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Adventurer, Military. Occupation: Marshal

Voice: Old Prospector

Possessions: 8000 gp. Sardonyx (30 gp). Amethyst (70 gp). Rich purple corundum (900 gp). Smoky quartz (30 gp). Sardonyx (30 gp). Black pearl (800 gp). Red garnet (70 gp). Chrysoprase (30 gp).