Description: A man of a pale complexion, he wears dull red sweaters, loose grey pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath his sweater he keeps a concealed quarterstaff, just in case. His hair is golden and curly. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are amber.

Personality: He seems absolutely devoid of it. He stares off into space and will respond with overly literal and minimalist answers to questions. He is a logical person and will generally grow upset if things defy logic and science.

History: He was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. He took every job he could get his hands on, but the opportunities for Halflings in the north were limited. He routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: Someone believes him a fraud; and many orcs want him driven away

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Mundane, Disease. Bonds: Immigrant, Enemies. Occupation: Seamstress

Voice: Speaks with back of mouth

Possessions: 4000 gp. Coral (80 gp). Hematite (7 gp). Banded agate (7 gp). Black star sapphire (1400 gp). Red spinel (80 gp). Hematite (7 gp). Lapis lazuli (7 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A woman with thick toned arms and a paunchy gut. She tends to wear a heavy leather apron. Coupled with her rolled up shirt sleeves this gives her a very relaxed look. Sporting a chestnut mohawk this woman's hair draws a lot of attention. Her brown eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: While she acts the brute, she is far gentler than she would appear. She plays an instrument quite well.

History: Gifted from a young age, Vani studied abroad. Ostracized due to the necromantic powers of her oldest brother, she and her siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Halflings became a terror of the countryside. She has drifted from career to career and currently works as a Bricklayer.

Motivation: Her name or reputation has been wronged in the past by giants, and she desires to right it; and she wants revenge against giants

Ideals: Athletic, Fighting, Artistic, Gifted. Bonds: Job, Enemies. Occupation: Bricklayer

Voice: Stutters

Possessions: 1000 gp. Tourmaline (50 gp). Amethyst (50 gp). Deep green spinel (50 gp). Black star sapphire (1600 gp). Black pearl (1100 gp). Jacinth (2000 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1100 gp). Moss agate (4 gp). Aquamarine (1100 gp). Alexandrite (1100 gp). Freshwater pearl (4 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. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: She is an average looking northern female in her early mid-life. She wears long strands of aquamarine and short pastel dresses (or suits) accompanied by the proper stockings and shoes, with gloves of varying lengths. Her orange fur is matted, messy, and big. She wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: She tends to agree with only herself unless someone else's opinion sounds like she can profit from it. She tries to control her temper but she can't always stop herself from what she feels what must be done. She spends most of her days drinking in the Inn, the rowdiest and most dangerous establishment in town. There she gambles, wrestles and listens to stories told by travelers.

History: River was born in the north. At a young age she loved to build and create. 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. When she grew older, she became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. She began work as a mercenary for hire. She would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and obtaining odd cultural human artifacts is her passion

Ideals: Persistence. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Fortune-teller

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: 12000 gp. Fiery yellow corundum (1100 gp). Malachite (16 gp). Tourmaline (80 gp). Blue sapphire (1100 gp). Blue sapphire (1100 gp). Alexandrite (1000 gp). Chrysoprase (80 gp).

Description: He stands about 3'2" and wears just a tan suit. His left leg appears badly burned and disfigured. He has wavy blonde hair. He has a tattooed face.

Personality: He is very quiet and rarely speaks above a whisper. He is lazy, self-centered, vain, and jealous.

History: He was born on a small isolated farm. He was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. He never won. He bought a scimitar and has really upped his game hunting, due to his understanding of decoy and ambush.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often; and money/treasure

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Shy, Selfish. Bonds: Nature. Occupation: Gardener

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: 3000 gp. Peridot (30 gp). Brown-green garnet (150 gp). Violet garnet (1600 gp). Azurite (14 gp). Zircon (30 gp). Zircon (30 gp). Hematite (14 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (1300 gp). Red garnet (150 gp). Black pearl (1600 gp). Violet garnet (1600 gp). Chalcedony (30 gp). Rose (30 gp). Smoky quartz (30 gp). Lapis lazuli (14 gp). Brown-green garnet (150 gp). Jade (150 gp). Blue sapphire (1300 gp). Rose (30 gp). Aquamarine (1600 gp). Amethyst (150 gp). Eye agate (14 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This man stands a little under 6'8" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He prefers to wear green clothing when he does not wear armor. He sports a flattop crest cut. His red eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: He is quiet and anti-social and can barely make it a few minutes in conversation before his hampering stammer kicks in. He always tries to repair and not replace. It was this mentality that drove him into the Server business.

History: His history is one of pain. He was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves his parents kept. He was part of a huge silver rush, which was taken over by a mining company. The company confiscated a lot of silver, but the shipment was lost. He left for the west, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of his brother; and he desires power and/or immortality

Ideals: Persistence. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Adventurer, Slave, Immigrant, Family. Occupation: Server

Voice: Soft and mumbly

Possessions: 700 pp. Gold music box (2000 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (900 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1700 gp). Jeweled anklet (2000 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (8000 gp). Jeweled anklet (2000 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (900 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: 5'1" and lanky with angular features, she is an attractive figure. She very much looks the part of a Beggar. She has shaved her head bald. She has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. She wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: Her voice, at times compared to that of a Nymph, lambasts those who consider themselves "civilized" with snide, belittling remarks; the subtle growl she speaks with growing louder in doing so, one can find it most pronounced, despite the otherwise natural purity of her tone. She claims to be unscrupulous but at the end of the day she will do what she thinks is right.

History: She got into the Beggar business at a young age. After coming to the age of reason, Ahinar took it upon herself to study the necromantic arts in their entirety; because of this, she was labeled a dark omen and banished from her homeland. She became a Beggar soon after.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern.

Ideals: Justice, Gifted. Flaws: Cynical. Bonds: Job, Attractive. Occupation: Beggar

Voice: Jittery and nervous

Possessions: 500 pp. Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (100 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1200 gp). A delicate silver chain set with a tourmaline (30 gp). Jeweled anklet (2000 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1200 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (400 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (150 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (100 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (150 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (150 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (400 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (400 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (150 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (150 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (150 gp). A small bag of saffron. (30 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1200 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (150 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (150 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1400 gp).

Description: He wears blue leather gloves, a blue jacket, and tight pants. He sports a long black beard, and similarly colored long hair. His eyes are a pleasant brown.

Personality: He will rave to anyone who will listen. 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 into a rich family. When he came of age, he joined a caravan that would eventually take him to the capital. He would practice along the way and, when he arrived, be apprenticed to a Apothecary. He ran away from his former home and has been making his living as a Apothecary for the past few years.

Motivation: He desires power and/or immortality; and he has money and likes to spend it

Flaws: Insane. Bonds: In love, Rich, Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 2900 pp. Old masterpiece painting (1600 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1400 gp). Solid gold idol (900 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (900 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1400 gp). Gold music box (3000 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (170 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (170 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1600 gp). Gold music box (3000 gp). Jeweled gold crown (6000 gp). Gold music box (3000 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (50 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1100 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1600 gp). A life-sized copper and silver statuette of a cockatrice. (50 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1100 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1400 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (900 gp). 1 Major magic item.