Description: This younger middle-aged man is wearing colorful clothing, dressed as a Banker, and a wedding ring on his left hand. His moppish brown hair is in a traditional bowl cut. His brown eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. He has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: He is curt in most of his responses. He prefers to keep his word usage to a minimum to avoid giving away unnecessary information. He plays an instrument quite well.

History: Aust hails from a village terrorized by orcs. He couldn't stand his childhood mentor and eventually formed a pact with his mentor's previously failed apprentice to rebel. When their plan failed the mentor lashed out against both of them and fled. Days after completing his studies, news broke out that his hometown was attacked by orcs. Aust was horrified and prayed that his mother was alright. However, he heard that his mother had died fighting off the orcs.

Motivation: A deep hatred of orcs; and his name or reputation has been wronged in the past by orcs, and he desires to right it

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Addict, Shy. Bonds: In love, Enemies, Mentor. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Indian accent

Possessions: 4000 gp. Lapis lazuli (11 gp). Amethyst (90 gp). Carnelian (40 gp). Blue quartz (11 gp). Brown-green garnet (90 gp). Blue star sapphire (1200 gp). Deep blue spinel (1400 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1400 gp). Deep blue spinel (1400 gp). Blue star sapphire (1200 gp). Bloodstone (40 gp). Violet garnet (1400 gp). Silver pearl (90 gp). Obsidian (11 gp). Black star sapphire (1200 gp). Obsidian (11 gp). Deep blue spinel (1400 gp). Malachite (11 gp). Coral (90 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He is an average looking northern male in his early mid-life. He is well dressed, constantly wearing a green suit, pastel shirt, and brown tie. He has no crest. His eyes are likewise red.

Personality: He fancies himself a trickster and likes to rely on his wits to carry the day. He cares for his older siblings and likes to be recognized by them. The war was a terrible time for him, and Direcris does not often speak of it. When he does, he does so with a strained expression and tears in his eyes.

History: Sold as a small child to a brothel owner, Direcris was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. Being born in the north, he completed his medical training abroad so as to avoid the war. He returned after the war having achieved medical proficiency. He was a general practitioner in the north for years, until he, through no fault of his own, lost a patient who had a very powerful family. Rather than risk reprisal he made his way south. By chance he met his brother recently and the two have been together since.

Motivation: His spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion; and regain custody of his daughter

Flaws: Ugly, Depressed. Bonds: Family, Military, Mentor. Occupation: Farmer

Voice: Speaks with back of mouth

Possessions: 3000 gp. Fiery yellow corundum (800 gp). Zircon (70 gp). Alexandrite (1100 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1100 gp). Chrysoprase (70 gp). Deep green spinel (110 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1100 gp). White pearl (110 gp). Freshwater pearl (13 gp). White opal (800 gp). Alexandrite (1100 gp). Lapis lazuli (13 gp). Malachite (13 gp). Banded agate (13 gp). Rich purple corundum (800 gp). Aquamarine (1100 gp). Jade (110 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A well shaped woman just over fifty, she wears a robe, a symbol of strength around her neck, and a mace on her belt. Her gray fur is lengthy. She is missing an eye and her face is severely sunburned. Her one remaining eye shines copper.

Personality: She has a massive crush on the younger sibling of the Painter who has hired her part-time. She has all her life been fascinated with singing.

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. She now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever.

Ideals: Fighting, Artistic. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Has a crush, Rich. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Speaks fast with a slight lisp

Possessions: 2000 pp. A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (150 gp). A silver and pearl hairclip (10 gp). Finely wrought small gold bracelet (10 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1200 gp). 1 Major magic item.

Description: He wears skinny pants and wears a green and tan robe with the hood down. He has a moderate pudge and is not very fit. His silver crest is braided into rings. His red eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: Confrontational and typically high on some drug or another. Kiirith enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for his love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: Trained by his father for as long as he can remember he had it drilled in his head that it was his duty to serve his country. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Crown-heir work with an outfit from a few towns over. Crown-heir work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He tends to his Crown-heir job now, and dutifully fulfills any obligations he has.

Motivation: His spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion; and to reunite with his absent father

Flaws: Addict, Hedonist. Bonds: Military, Job, Family. Occupation: Crown-heir

Voice: Smooth and feminine

Possessions: 6000 gp.

Description: This man is tall and muscular. He prefers to wear brown pants and tee shirts. His beige fur is braided into rings. His face is scarred and worn.

Personality: He likes to brag about his accomplishments and constantly tries to beat others to the punch. He never wears the same outfit twice, unless he absolutely has to.

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Windy was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. He moved from fad to fad and when he turned 15 he discovered singing. He has never given up on his singing dream.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often; and he desires power and/or immortality

Ideals: Athletic, Passionate, Artistic. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Mentor. Occupation: Butcher

Voice: Old Prospector

Possessions: 3000 gp. Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (100 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (40 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (800 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (5000 gp). Gold music box (1000 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2400 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (800 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (40 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (1000 gp). A detailed rose, with petals and thorns, constructed of silver and electrum (50 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (2400 gp).

Description: An imposing woman with a heavy stainless steel prosthetic left hand, she wears many layers of old clothing at all times. Her chestnut hair is thinning but still full. Her eyes are likewise gray. Her teeth are yellowed and unaligned.

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 is always in debt, since she spends her money on lavish parties and gifts for friends

History: When she was but 7 years old her parents immigrated from the east. She took every job she could get her hands on, but the opportunities for Elves in the east were limited. She moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: She's looking for her big break.

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Impulsive. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant. Occupation: Priest

Voice: Soft and mumbly

Possessions: 8000 gp. Silver comb with moonstones (800 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1100 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1100 gp). Solid gold idol (1000 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 (60 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1100 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Jeweled anklet (4000 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (300 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (300 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp).

Description: He wears a fine chain shirt which he covers with brown colored cloaks and clothing. His long chestnut hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. He has a dull look in his green eyes.

Personality: He is fixated on the number 64. He counts his steps and bites of food to keep in track with it. He seems to be used to being ignored and not questioned about it. Around other people he will do his best to conceal his emotions and appear jolly.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his father and mother. His father taught him the rudiments of the Miller arts, while his mother instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He has dedicated himself to building a better trade route.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of his brother; and an old rival family wants him found

Flaws: Insane, Shy. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Miller

Voice: Smoker's lung

Possessions: 11000 gp. Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (800 gp). Old masterpiece painting (500 gp). Solid gold idol (600 gp). A life-sized copper and silver statuette of a cockatrice. (30 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). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (700 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.