Description: He wears a worn and beaten armor. He is portly but not overly obese. He keeps his black hair in a pixie cut. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: This man loves painting and to teach people painting more than just about anything. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious northern family, he was no stranger to responsibility. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. 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 is greedy; and money/treasure

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Insomniac, Hedonist. Bonds: Religious, Rich. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Can't modulate volume

Possessions: Hematite (13 gp). Deep blue spinel (800 gp). Amber (100 gp). Freshwater pearl (13 gp). Rock crystal (40 gp). Bloodstone (40 gp). Lapis lazuli (13 gp). Malachite (13 gp). Freshwater pearl (13 gp). Golden yellow topaz (800 gp). Deep blue spinel (800 gp). Smoky quartz (40 gp). Aquamarine (800 gp). Black opal (1400 gp). Peridot (40 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This slender man stands about 5'9". He wears clothing that is held on in multiple layers but all of it is in poor condition. He wears his white hair up in a very large beehive style do. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: Always inclined to offer people food he seems plenty friendly. He is used to getting what he wants. In part because he is a meticulous planner.

History: Ivellios was born to in a poor docking district. He spent his early days working in the same smith shop his mother was employed at, doing general labor. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Fisher work with an outfit from a few towns over. Fisher work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: He wants to meet his childhood hero; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Philantrophist, Professionalism. Bonds: Poor, Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Fisher

Voice: Indian accent

Possessions: Blue sapphire (1600 gp). Chrysoberyl (120 gp). Hematite (11 gp). Zircon (30 gp). Freshwater pearl (11 gp). Star rose quartz (30 gp). Violet garnet (800 gp). Alexandrite (800 gp). Iolite (30 gp). White opal (1600 gp). Rhodochrosite (11 gp). Blue star sapphire (1600 gp). Jet (120 gp). Onyx (30 gp). Smoky quartz (30 gp). Fire opal (1600 gp). Amethyst (120 gp). Smoky quartz (30 gp). Deep blue spinel (800 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he wears a tan costume with the symbols of strength on his torso. He wears a top hat to cover his moderate length auburn hair. He is missing an eye and his face is severely sunburned. His one remaining eye shines hazel.

Personality: Caeldrim wants to be seen as a stoic, levelheaded, noble Druid, so he tries to act the part. He does a good job, for the most part... He is used to getting what he wants. In part because he is a meticulous planner.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his mother and father. His mother taught him the rudiments of the Barber arts, while his father instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. His first spouse was a Beggar, they had one daughter, but his spouse won total custody. Without his spouse to temper him he grew out of control. He has since lost track of the people in his past.

Motivation: Regain custody of his daughter; and marry his brother to traveling adventurers

Ideals: Disciplined, Professionalism. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Family. Occupation: Barber

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 5000 gp. Chrysoberyl (60 gp). Blue-white diamond (6000 gp). Obsidian (10 gp). Sardonyx (60 gp). Blue sapphire (400 gp). Citrine (60 gp). Rock crystal (60 gp). Red spinel (60 gp). Silver pearl (60 gp). Iolite (60 gp). Deep blue spinel (200 gp). Tourmaline (60 gp). Blue quartz (10 gp).

Description: Dark and lean, he is a relatively plain man. He likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. He wears a wide-brimmed hat to hide his balding. He has gray eyes.

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. He uses his nature as a weapon; he likes to lead opponents to think him in distress.

History: He grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. He moved from fad to fad and when he turned 15 he discovered writing. He has since lost track of the people in his past.

Motivation: He is not mentally stable, and does not behave rationally; and doesn't want to be a sage and was forced into it by his family

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Secretive, Mundane, Insane. Bonds: Family. Occupation: Sage

Voice: Scandinavian accent

Possessions: 19000 gp. Tourmaline (70 gp). Lapis lazuli (12 gp). Red spinel (70 gp). White pearl (70 gp). Rose (30 gp). Obsidian (12 gp). Chrysoberyl (70 gp). Eye agate (12 gp). 1 Major magic item.

Description: Relatively heavier built than your average woman, she is not imposing. She wears light armors faded through time and improper care. Her bronze crest is kept up in a ponytail inside a deerstalker hat. Her skin is flawless and her gold eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: She considers herself a woman of culture and sophistication. She likes a good challenge to her wits. She is a ruthless business woman, a trait she acquired from her mother.

History: She was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. She made a point of taking high paying jobs and getting most of it up front. She has became unsatisfied with her lot in life, and decided to take up adventuring.

Motivation: She doesn't get along with people that don't share her tastes; and she's looking for her big break

Ideals: Impeccable, Entrepeneur. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer. Occupation: Tailor

Voice: Whispers

Possessions: 6000 gp. Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). A delicate silver chain set with a tourmaline (40 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1100 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (70 gp). Jeweled gold crown (8000 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: She is a small woman, but exceptionally fit. She dresses in collared shirts and wears a proper scarf over her head. She has shaved her head bald. She has a dull look in her green eyes.

Personality: She hates Elves with a passion. As such she is filled with self loathing. She has all her life been fascinated with poetry.

History: She was always a brilliant, if unscrupulous mind. She has had some formal poetry training, and achieved minor success. She routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: She is not mentally stable, and does not behave rationally; and wants to work out more often

Ideals: Athletic, Artistic, Logical. Flaws: Racist, Insane. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Jittery and nervous

Possessions: 12000 gp. A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (90 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (1000 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (1000 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (4000 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (1000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). A detailed rose, with petals and thorns, constructed of silver and electrum (90 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1000 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (90 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (90 gp). Solid gold idol (800 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1600 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1600 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (90 gp). An elaborate, whalebone scrimshaw carving of intertwined orbs, each showing the legend of creation story (90 gp). Solid gold idol (800 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1600 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1000 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (90 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: She is in excellent shape and is armored in gleaming platemail with gilded edges. A flowing white cape and mantle trimmed with soft grey waves gently in the breeze. She has wavy auburn hair. She has a tattooed face.

Personality: She does not believe in betrayal or weakness as things to be tolerated. She is cautious and jumpy. She reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

History: The child of western immigrants she idolized her father. She has chosen to use the inheritance that was left to her frivolously. She moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: She feels threatened by others; and she has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Athletic, Justice. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Rich, Immigrant. Occupation: Armorer

Voice: Speaks with back of mouth

Possessions: 7000 gp. Banded agate (13 gp). Coral (50 gp). Silver pearl (50 gp). Violet garnet (1300 gp). Chalcedony (60 gp). Jasper (60 gp). Black opal (500 gp). Red-brown spinel (50 gp). Malachite (13 gp). Emerald (500 gp). Coral (50 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1300 gp). 1 Medium magic item.