Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he is generally shirtless and showing off his tattooed chest. He has styled his red hair well, parting it to the right. His fair skin shows little sign of his aristocratic breeding.

Personality: Calm and collected, he is a well trained Masseuse. He has zero loyalty and will suck up to whomever is within range, in the hopes of being moved to a better position.

History: Zaffrab was born with his mother's beautiful face. He took every job he could get his hands on, but the opportunities for Gnomes in the north were limited. He has gone from town to town till he finds a spot where he can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: An old rival family wants him found; and he is terrified, and will act out of fear

Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Immigrant, Family. Occupation: Masseuse

Voice: Russian accent

Possessions: 3000 gp. Black pearl (1000 gp). White pearl (40 gp). Amber (40 gp). Sard (40 gp). Jet (40 gp). Smoky quartz (40 gp). Moonstone (40 gp). Violet garnet (1000 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1000 gp). Bloodstone (40 gp). Azurite (14 gp). Lapis lazuli (14 gp). Hematite (14 gp). Red spinel (40 gp). Silver pearl (40 gp). Silver pearl (40 gp). Obsidian (14 gp). Alexandrite (1000 gp). Lapis lazuli (14 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He is of a modest build and height, but he carries himself more imposing than he is. He wears brown trousers with violet and yellow striped suspenders. He wears various colorful collared shirts. He has moderate length white fur. His blue eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: He is overprotective of those who hire his services. He does suffer from mild PTSD, and the sight of orcs may trigger it at times.

History: He was raised in a white middle class family as the only child. He was an apprentice working in his father's forge. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: A strong sense of loyalty to Halfling people; and further expansion of business

Flaws: Mundane, Racist. Bonds: Guardian, Enemies, Job. Occupation: Bricklayer

Voice: Complex vocabulary, royal

Possessions: 6000 gp. Black pearl (1400 gp). Pink pearl (150 gp). Freshwater pearl (11 gp). Obsidian (11 gp). Malachite (11 gp). Alexandrite (1400 gp). Obsidian (11 gp). Rich purple corundum (1200 gp). Azurite (11 gp). Silver pearl (150 gp). Smoky quartz (20 gp). Malachite (11 gp). Malachite (11 gp). Rock crystal (20 gp). Rose (20 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1400 gp). Brown-green garnet (150 gp).

Description: She prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for her hunting needs, and she perpetually has her mace ready. She wears her red fur down. Her face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: She cares much about the opinion of others, both in good and in bad: when keeping in line with her opinion, she thinks highly of the other person, but when opinions clash, she can get violently argumentative. She is cautious and jumpy. She reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

History: Her history is one of pain. She was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves her parents kept. She inherited a moderately successful company from her father. Under her leadership it has flourished, and using capital from her venture she effectively owns an entire region. She knows her nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but her.

Motivation: She is currently in port desperately looking for someone to get her out; and money/treasure

Ideals: Fighting, Opinionated. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Rich, Slave. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Creaky witch voice

Possessions: 1000 gp. Tourmaline (90 gp). Rock crystal (20 gp). Chalcedony (20 gp). Blue sapphire (1400 gp). Black star sapphire (1400 gp). Silver pearl (90 gp). Violet garnet (700 gp). Silver pearl (90 gp). Blue sapphire (1400 gp). White pearl (90 gp). Jet (90 gp). Golden pearl (90 gp). Lapis lazuli (4 gp). Lapis lazuli (4 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (1400 gp). Rhodochrosite (4 gp). Smoky quartz (20 gp). Azurite (4 gp). Rhodochrosite (4 gp).

Description: He wears a custom-built plate barding that's adorned with violet lining and desert motifs, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 5'7" when asserting himself. His silver hair is cut short with large spiked bangs in the front. 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 someone who is used to having a large amount of sex appeal. He also lacks a concept of privacy and shares just about everything. He seeks to pay back kindness whenever he gets the chance. Whether it be in the form of unwanted serenades or the latest gossip he always seeks to do solids for his friends.

History: He served in the navy to pay for his family's outstanding loans. He was one of the best in his class, and was picked up by his current employer. He quickly showed his capability and was soon promoted to a head role. He inherited the family business which he has now maintained for 7 years.

Motivation: He'd like to take his coworkers down a peg; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Attractive, Military, Job. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: Italian accent

Possessions: 4000 gp. Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1000 gp). Jeweled gold crown (5000 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (50 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: An older man who is wearing a long, brown, dusty cloak, he is not a threatening figure. He sports a flattop fur cut. His skin is flawless and his green eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: He is very quiet and rarely speaks above a whisper. He dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. His biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: A child with a great deal of painting talent his parents made sure he got the chance to thrive. His parents enrolled him in a Druid school at a young age so that he could practice his arcane talents. He was granted arcane powers by his dying sister.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep; and seeks redemption

Ideals: Logical, Artistic, Gifted. Flaws: Shy, Insomniac. Bonds: Attractive. Occupation: Glassblower

Voice: Old Prospector

Possessions: 4000 gp. Banded agate (5 gp). Obsidian (5 gp). Tourmaline (50 gp). Azurite (5 gp). Amethyst (50 gp). Obsidian (5 gp). Iolite (60 gp). Aquamarine (1500 gp). Red spinel (50 gp).

Description: She is renowned for her bright green dresses and hats. She carries a battered whip and tarnished pickaxe as well. She keeps her scarlet crest in a flapper bob. She has gold eyes and a green hat with a black feather.

Personality: She likes to be helpful to her clients. She likes to prescribe proper advice to her clients. She is lazy and tries to find solutions quickly.

History: She is a Jackalwere in disguise. She went to a religious school and was inspired by the priests there in charitable deeds. Recently a tribe of illithids attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Hillanot fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for her; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Fighting, Impeccable. Flaws: Lazy. Bonds: Job, Adventurer, Religious. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Smoker's lung

Possessions: 1400 pp. Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1800 gp). A detailed rose, with petals and thorns, constructed of silver and electrum (20 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (1000 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (200 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (200 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (2000 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (20 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1300 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1800 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A stocky lighter skinned man, he likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. His hair is silver and very short. His hazel eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: He is intelligent and cunning, but he will too often allow his rage to get the better of him. He will lose his cool and rely on brute force to carry the day. He has a small toy that he constantly fidgets with.

History: He comes from a rich northern family. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Gnomish companion (his 'brother'). After a long history of fighting, Ortegar and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: To prove his worth to the world; and he's looking for his big break

Flaws: Antagonistic, Addict, Impulsive. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Sellsword

Voice: Mousy voice

Possessions: 5000 gp. Lapis lazuli (7 gp). Alexandrite (300 gp). Sardonyx (70 gp). Black pearl (300 gp). Hematite (7 gp). Obsidian (7 gp). Tourmaline (160 gp). Golden pearl (160 gp).