Description: A middle-aged woman, she wears a white cloak and cross-gartered pastel stockings, and is pretty ugly. Her top hat is riddled with cuts and holes. Her eyes are likewise brown. Her teeth are yellowed and unaligned.

Personality: She likes to make people angry or surprised. Her respect, as difficult as one would find it to earn, is unwavering; those who more than prove themselves to her, a bar set well above any reasonable standard, she tolerates in varying degrees. Though less modest and more hasty in her reactions to snap at those who irritate her, Verna is combative with any and all who dare try her patience in the slightest.

History: She was born into a rich family. She took every job she could get her hands on, but the opportunities for Halflings in the north were limited. She was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching her a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: She's repulsed by the PC; and money/treasure

Ideals: Justice. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Immigrant. Occupation: Navigator

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: 6000 gp. Fire opal (400 gp). Blue sapphire (400 gp). Black pearl (800 gp). Alexandrite (800 gp). Red-brown spinel (120 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A well shaped woman just over fifty, she wears a lot of dark rich colors, with gold accents. She wears a wide-brimmed hat to cover her moderate length red hair. She has a dull look in her brown eyes.

Personality: Deceptive and manipulative this eastern gal figured out how to best use her charms to convince people to do what she wants. She is however nostalgic and wants to reunite with her old comrades. She has some compunction and patriotism and will work for the government before all other clients.

History: She is a Yochlol in disguise. She sought a place where she would be rewarded solely on the merits of her skills. This search led her directly into Adventurer work with an outfit from a few towns over. Adventurer work suited her well, and with each successful project, she earned more gold and more respect from her peers. One night she noticed a nearby shooting star which she hiked out to see where it landed. It turned out to be an ancient artifact of some kind. She has done her darndest to repair it but it is currently non-functional.

Motivation: She's in love; and she'd like to take her coworkers down a peg

Ideals: Persistence. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer, Job, Has a crush. Occupation: Adventurer

Voice: Old thin voice

Possessions: 8000 gp. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This exceptionally lanky woman wears suspenders and blue workpants. Her shirt is green, and she wears a heavy blue leather apron most of the time. Sporting a brown mohawk this woman's hair draws a lot of attention. She wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into her face.

Personality: She is a melancholic, but persistent worker. She resents family life and as such spurns the advances of admirers. She is susceptible to being scared and is in actuality easily frightened. She likes to tell stories.

History: She was born into a rich family. Through the years after Virra was born, her father became increasingly distant from her family, instead choosing to pursue power in the south. Virra's father didn't care for her much, and the feeling was mutual. She has built up a small fortune and can afford her own way.

Motivation: She made a deal with a demon which lead to her current lot in life, and she's becoming increasingly nervous about it; and she feels kind of lost in life

Flaws: Depressed, Fearful, Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Debt. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Pronounces difficult words wrong

Possessions: Alexandrite (400 gp). Deep blue spinel (400 gp). Violet garnet (400 gp). Brown-green garnet (40 gp). Obsidian (11 gp). Carnelian (80 gp). Rhodochrosite (11 gp). Lapis lazuli (11 gp). Malachite (11 gp). Moss agate (11 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (11 gp). Golden yellow topaz (400 gp). White pearl (40 gp). Brown-green garnet (40 gp). Jade (40 gp). Chrysoprase (80 gp). Black star sapphire (400 gp). Citrine (80 gp). Rich purple corundum (400 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (11 gp). Obsidian (11 gp). Malachite (11 gp). Chrysoberyl (40 gp).

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. She is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright pastel and blue, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. Her fur is lavender and curly. Her hazel eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: She is irascible and easily irritated. She is an amazing painter.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Cloud grew up listening to her father's many stories. She has chosen to use the inheritance that was left to her frivolously. She hasn't been sleeping well lately.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Insomniac. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: Sleepy voice

Possessions: 8000 gp. Blue quartz (8 gp). Banded agate (8 gp). Amber (140 gp). Violet garnet (1300 gp). Pink pearl (140 gp). Violet garnet (1300 gp). Chalcedony (50 gp). Jet (140 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (8 gp). Bloodstone (50 gp). Amethyst (140 gp). Carnelian (50 gp). Violet garnet (1300 gp). Chrysoberyl (140 gp). Rhodochrosite (8 gp). Violet garnet (1300 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (1100 gp). Golden pearl (140 gp). Sardonyx (50 gp). Violet garnet (1300 gp). Blue star sapphire (1100 gp). Obsidian (8 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This woman is typically in her Fletcher uniform. She is muscular with a powerful set of arms. Her tied-back hair is silver. She has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. She wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: She can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. She constantly seizes attention wherever she goes and has come to expect this respect from everyone. She likes to think of herself as merciful, but nonetheless is very strict.

History: She comes from a rich eastern family. She sought a place where she would be rewarded solely on the merits of her skills. This search led her directly into Fletcher work with an outfit from a few towns over. Fletcher work suited her well, and with each successful project, she earned more gold and more respect from her peers. She is untrained/undisciplined, which makes her dangerous.

Motivation: She is greedy; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Gifted, Impeccable. Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Job, Rich. Occupation: Fletcher

Voice: Gruff and masculine

Possessions: 14000 gp. Moss agate (15 gp). Sardonyx (60 gp). Smoky quartz (60 gp). Star rose quartz (60 gp). Jade (80 gp). Red spinel (80 gp). Deep blue spinel (1100 gp). Smoky quartz (60 gp). Red spinel (80 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1100 gp). Chrysoprase (60 gp). Chalcedony (60 gp). Chrysoprase (60 gp). Black pearl (1100 gp). Violet garnet (1100 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He stands about 3'2" and wears a simple burlap shirt and baggy pants. He conceals his sword with his veritable burlap sack of a shirt. His left leg appears badly burned and disfigured. His hair is greying and his face has many wrinkles. His skin is flawless and his hazel eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: He has a good heart but also a terrible temper. He will forgive often but not before yelling and berating someone for whatever they have done wrong. He has no love for corruption and racketeering and views those as crimes of the highest magnitude.

History: He comes from a rich eastern family. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. He knows his nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but him.

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

Ideals: Justice. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Rich. Occupation: Bowyer

Voice: Gruff and masculine

Possessions: 2000 gp. Violet garnet (1500 gp). Chrysoberyl (110 gp). Violet garnet (1500 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (12 gp). Chrysoberyl (110 gp). Chalcedony (50 gp). Golden pearl (110 gp). Azurite (12 gp). Chrysoberyl (110 gp). Violet garnet (1500 gp). Hematite (12 gp). Rich purple corundum (1400 gp). Iolite (50 gp). Bloodstone (50 gp).

Description: This man stands a little under 6'5" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He wears tight fitting pants and leather jackets. He usually doesn't wear a shirt. His fur is red and curly. His half smiles and hazel eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: He misses his glory days as an athlete. He does not mind his job, but it is boring in comparison. His philosophy is that everyone needs a friend and as such shows hospitality towards all.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. From there he went from mercenary job to mercenary job. Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often.

Ideals: Athletic, Optimist. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Soothing and warm

Possessions: 2000 gp. Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (900 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (5000 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (5000 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (5000 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (2400 gp). A detailed rose, with petals and thorns, constructed of silver and electrum (40 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1500 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (700 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (800 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (180 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Old masterpiece painting (2400 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (180 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.