Description: This malnourished man wears a shirt that is too small, which lets his gut show, with a ratty green coat over it. His hair is white and curly. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: Friendly and accommodating he would invite many more into his home than his spouse would be comfortable with if they did not express concern about it. He is accommodating to his spouse and as such limits his hospitality. He is brave and levelheaded in the face of danger and has proven himself a capable leader.

History: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. At a young age he wooed the heart of his future spouse and the two had a long relationship before they wed. Some 7 years later his spouse died after the birth of his daughter. Heartbroken, Chem never married again. Instead he focused his life to raising his daughter whom he trained as his mother had trained him before.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep; and wishes to resurrect an old love

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly, Insomniac. Bonds: Poor, In love. Occupation: Tanner

Voice: Uses lots of figures of speech

Possessions: 6000 gp. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A woman of a pale complexion, she tends to wear a large grey jacket. She wears a wide-brimmed hat to hide her balding. She has a tattooed face.

Personality: She is a very happy person and has lots of energy. To put it simply, she's a very lovable idiot. She has zero loyalty and will suck up to whomever is within range, in the hopes of being moved to a better position.

History: Her mother raised her in a mountain cabin. Ostracized due to the arcane powers of her oldest sister, she and her siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Humans became a terror of the countryside. Since then, she has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: Her name or reputation has been wronged in the past by brigands, and she desires to right it; and she feels threatened by others

Ideals: Optimist, Gifted. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Nature, Enemies. Occupation: Shipwright

Voice: Slurs words

Possessions: 3000 pp. Deep blue spinel (500 gp). Freshwater pearl (11 gp). Freshwater pearl (11 gp). Tourmaline (40 gp). Eye agate (11 gp). Red garnet (40 gp). Obsidian (11 gp). Golden yellow topaz (500 gp). Rock crystal (60 gp). Silver pearl (40 gp). Alexandrite (500 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (600 gp). Rhodochrosite (11 gp). Banded agate (11 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (11 gp). Deep green spinel (40 gp). Silver pearl (40 gp). Jet (40 gp). Rhodochrosite (11 gp). Blue sapphire (600 gp). Black pearl (500 gp). Violet garnet (500 gp). Obsidian (11 gp). Jasper (60 gp). Chrysoprase (60 gp). Zircon (60 gp). Violet garnet (500 gp). Tourmaline (40 gp). Malachite (11 gp). 1 Major magic item.

Description: He is an average looking western male in his early mid-life. He wears a robe, a symbol of his god around his neck, and a scythe on his belt. His golden hair is styled in orderly dreadlocks. His amber eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: He is a sleazy, sleazy guy. He has no qualms about using his powers of suggestion to get people to do what he wants. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. His father was very strict, and drilled into him lessons on being the perfect gentleman. Recently a tribe of orcs attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Rûg fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: He doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes; and to fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever

Ideals: Fighting, Impeccable. Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Attractive, Poor. Occupation: Unemployed

Voice: Low rumbling, strings words together

Possessions: 7000 gp. Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (700 gp). Jeweled gold crown (5000 gp). Old masterpiece painting (2300 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (5000 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (100 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (900 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (100 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (900 gp).

Description: This late middle aged man is renowned for his bright black suits and hats and is in decent physical shape. He has styled his white crest well, parting it to the right. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: He is happy with his job as a Glassblower. He turns his eye from what people do, preferring to live and let live. He will pursue extreme courses of action in the short term, confident that they cannot fail.

History: Fax was born with his mother's beautiful face. His parents enrolled him in a Druid school at a young age so that he could practice his martial talents. Recently the stress of being a Glassblower has made it difficult for him to sleep.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and to prove his worth to the world

Ideals: Gifted, Logical. Flaws: Insomniac, Impulsive. Bonds: Job, Attractive. Occupation: Glassblower

Voice: Indian accent

Possessions: 700 pp. Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (110 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (110 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (6000 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (110 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (110 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (110 gp). Gold cup set with emeralds (4000 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1600 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (110 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (8000 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (110 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1100 gp). Solid gold idol (400 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.

Description: This malnourished woman is dressed in a clean black cloak covering her clean studded leather. Her brown hair has been sun bleached extensively. Her white eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: She hates gnolls. She views them as having robbed her home of its proper glory. She is a thrill seeker, she laughs at people and throws down challenges. She is highly competitive and combative.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious eastern family, she was no stranger to responsibility. Criella abandoned her home at a very young age, living in the fields and plains. She survived everyday through hunting and stealing from passersby. She did whatever it took for her to survive. She has gone from town to town working and never settling down anywhere, but has fallen for a local Locksmith. She hasn't told them the truth, but wants to settle down with them.

Motivation: To settle down with her crush; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Bonds: Poor, Enemies, Adventurer, Religious, Has a crush. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Shortens vowels

Possessions: 300 pp. Peridot (50 gp). Eye agate (13 gp). Violet garnet (1600 gp). Onyx (50 gp). Lapis lazuli (13 gp). Violet garnet (1600 gp). Violet garnet (1600 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1600 gp). Carnelian (50 gp). Deep blue spinel (1600 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This northern man is abnormally tall. He wears very tight pants and wife beaters, though occasionally he sports a pastel coat. His whole body is exceptionally muscular. His fur is white and very short. His ears are large.

Personality: He is unhospitable to his core. His small house has "No trespassing" Signs all over it. He is however nostalgic and wants to reunite with his old comrades. He has some compunction and patriotism and will work for the government before all other clients.

History: He comes from a rich northern family. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: To reunite with his old friends.

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Immigrant, Adventurer, Rich. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Nasally tone

Possessions: 500 pp. Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1400 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (200 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (70 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (600 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (600 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (70 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (2200 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (70 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (600 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: She has a missing left arm. She typically wears black cloth garments or leather armor. Her blonde hair is braided into rings. She has a tattooed face.

Personality: She is happy with her job as a Herbalist. She turns her eye from what people do, preferring to live and let live. She is a logical person and will generally grow upset if things defy logic and science.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Ekk grew up listening to her mother's many stories. She was an apprentice working in her mother's forge. During her travels, Ekk and her party rested in a cavern that was (unknown to them) infused with powerful dark magic. Upon awakening, Ekk discovered the rest of her party dead, transformed into horrible, mindless undead versions of their former selves. Ekk fled the cavern, stopping for breath at a small pool, and only then realizing her own horrible transformation.

Motivation: Balancing her hectic life and new Herbalist responsibilities is difficult; and she's looking for her big break

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: Irish accent

Possessions: 1100 pp. Black pearl (800 gp). Citrine (60 gp). Alexandrite (800 gp). White opal (900 gp). Lapis lazuli (6 gp). Carnelian (60 gp). Zircon (60 gp). Silver pearl (80 gp). Azurite (6 gp). Moss agate (6 gp). Deep blue spinel (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.