Description: A woman with a friendly, welcoming air about her, she usually wears her black robe and has her lance always slung over her shoulder. She wears a colorful flower in her blue hair. Her face possesses mild wrinkles. Her smile is extraordinarily sincere though she does not smile often.

Personality: She has a very dry and sarcastic sense of humor. She is not one for noise or eating so much, which is in direct contrast with her big mouthed big gutted partner. Her partner is her best friend in the world. The two are very close despite being more or less each other's opposites. A true patriot, Makaria would do anything for her country. She is fiercely protective of her fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: Heir to a fortune, her parents put a great deal of effort into curing her disease. She struck it rich when she found rare goods in large quantities. She leaves a trail of broken hearts and full pockets wherever she goes.

Motivation: She has passion for adventuring and risk; and she is greedy

Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer, Military, Rich. Occupation: Mayor

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 8000 gp. Moss agate (14 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (14 gp). Violet garnet (400 gp). Hematite (14 gp). Chalcedony (70 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: She is a woman of bearing and well nourished. She wears a lot of dark rich colors, with gold accents. Her red hair is still thick. She is baby faced.

Personality: She swings through moods quickly. One moment she is cool and collected, the next she is carried away by passions. She disdains her fellow easterners, claiming they make her look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: A studious child she never was much for a social life, not because she was unlikable, but because she did not seek it out. Aside from being a slave or a gladiator, there isn't much legitimate work for Tieflings in Mastema's homeland. Mastema decided to take the middle way and become a bodyguard. She moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep.

Ideals: Passionate, Gifted, Fighting. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant. Occupation: Slave Trader

Voice: Uses lots of figures of speech

Possessions: 3000 gp. Azurite (10 gp). Blue sapphire (900 gp). Bloodstone (80 gp). Rock crystal (80 gp).

Description: This man usually wears his blue robe and has his axe always slung over his shoulder. He has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized jet on his left hand. His hair is black and curly. His brown eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: He loves telling others what to do and how they should feel about things. He is cautious and jumpy. He reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. His parents enrolled him in a Druid school at a young age so that he could practice his divine talents. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it.

Ideals: Opinionated, Gifted. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Rich, Mentor. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Sensual and smooth

Possessions: 7000 gp. Jade (40 gp). Malachite (9 gp). Freshwater pearl (9 gp). Peridot (70 gp). Rich purple corundum (1000 gp). Rose (70 gp). Freshwater pearl (9 gp). White pearl (40 gp). Silver pearl (40 gp). Peridot (70 gp). Smoky quartz (70 gp). Jasper (70 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: She is wearing a long, green, dusty cloak. She keeps her long chestnut hair kept up in a rat tail. She wears a mask on her face.

Personality: She tends to agree with only herself unless someone else's opinion sounds like she can profit from it. She tries to control her temper but she can't always stop herself from what she feels what must be done. She enjoys reading and quiet.

History: She was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. A gifted student she started as a Carter, but she got bored and became a Mason. She has achieved small success as a Mason.

Motivation: To prove her worth to the world; and she is greedy

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Antagonistic, Insane, Impulsive. Bonds: Rich, Job. Occupation: Mason

Voice: Soothing and warm

Possessions: 14000 gp. An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (90 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (300 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). A detailed rose, with petals and thorns, constructed of silver and electrum (60 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). A finely crafted rug of intricate, geometric designs worked with silver threading (60 gp). Jeweled anklet (3000 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (4000 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1400 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1400 gp). A delicate brass dragon egg (60 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He is a small man, but exceptionally fit. He wears tight fitting pants and leather jackets. He usually doesn't wear a shirt. His silver hair is knotted and matted. His ears are large.

Personality: He is unhospitable to his core. His small house has "No trespassing" Signs all over it. He spends most of his days drinking in the Inn, the rowdiest and most dangerous establishment in town. There he gambles, wrestles and listens to stories told by travelers.

History: Born in the north his family was never financially stable. In his 15th year, his parents were killed by a giants raid, leaving Curran alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, he was adopted. He has drifted apart from his friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature longsword.

Motivation: He desires power and/or immortality; and his name or reputation has been wronged in the past by giants, and he desires to right it

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Adventurer, Poor, Enemies. Occupation: Unemployed

Voice: Squeaky

Possessions: 9000 gp. Blue sapphire (1100 gp). Aquamarine (1100 gp). Hematite (8 gp). Jade (140 gp). Chrysoberyl (140 gp). Blue sapphire (1100 gp). Jasper (70 gp). Moonstone (70 gp). White opal (1100 gp). White opal (1100 gp). Chrysoberyl (140 gp). Rock crystal (70 gp). Rose (70 gp). Obsidian (8 gp). Onyx (70 gp). Sardonyx (70 gp).

Description: She has a missing left arm. She wears a simple grey robe with brown stripes complete with hood. Her silver hair is cut short. Her eyes are brown and she is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: She snorts whenever she laughs or is feeling confident. She also hits on women, regardless of circumstances.

History: Vicky was born the youngest of three triplets. Over the years she perfected her riding and shooting skills. She has recently attracted an admirer that believes she's playing hard to get.

Motivation: She's looking for her big break; and to reunite with her old friends

Bonds: Has a crush, Family, Nature, Adventurer. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 1000 gp.

Description: She stands about 3'10" and dresses well, wearing brown shirts, loose pants, and blazers most of the time. Her left leg appears badly burned and disfigured. She sports a flattop hair cut. Her half smiles and green eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: She is not truly malevolent, but she is obsessed with singing. She constantly tries to fill her life with singing. Energy wise she seems alert and responsive.

History: Her parents moved while she was still in utero so she is the first generation to be born here. She moved from fad to fad and when she turned 15 she discovered singing. She left for the north, certain she would find work there.

Motivation: She uses money and sex appeal to get what she needs; and a deep hatred of giants

Ideals: Artistic, Professionalism. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: 7000 gp. A necklace of small pink pearls (3000 gp). A delicate silver chain set with a tourmaline (80 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (4000 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (180 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (300 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (600 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1900 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (3000 gp). An elaborate, whalebone scrimshaw carving of intertwined orbs, each showing the legend of creation story (80 gp).