Description: A man with a friendly, welcoming air about him, he wears rags and sports a simple walking cane. He has moderate length black hair. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He is quite gentle and does not know the full extent of his strength. He works very hard to maintain that gentleness. Aust enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for his love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: Born in the east his family was never financially stable. His father was a mechanic, and taught him how to fix just about anything. He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: He made a deal with a demon which lead to his current lot in life, and he's becoming increasingly nervous about it; and to pay off his debts

Ideals: Disciplined, Persistence. Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer, Debt. Occupation: Stylist

Voice: Pronounces O like U

Possessions: 300 pp. Carnelian (40 gp). Zircon (40 gp). Deep blue spinel (400 gp). Alexandrite (400 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.

Description: This southern woman is abnormally tall. She wears loose pants and a collared shirt complete with sweater beneath her coat. Her whole body is exceptionally muscular. She wears a feathered hat to cover her moderate length silver hair. Her eyes are amber.

Personality: She believes mankind has become decadent and spoiled by the march of civilization and an end should come to life as we know it. She is accommodating to her spouse and as such limits her hospitality. She is brave and levelheaded in the face of danger and has proven herself a capable leader.

History: She is a Metallic Dragon in disguise. She helped her father out around the business and became quite the natural. She has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Wishes to resurrect an old love; and meet up once more with her childhood friend

Bonds: Immigrant, Nature, In love, Adventurer, Job. Occupation: Barrister

Voice: Smooth and feminine

Possessions: 7000 gp. Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (600 gp). Solid gold idol (200 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1200 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1200 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (5000 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (700 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (700 gp). A life-sized copper and silver statuette of a cockatrice. (100 gp). Jeweled anklet (1000 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This man wears a faded coat and loose pants complete with small hat. He is muscular with a powerful set of arms. His hair is red and very short. His thin eyebrows rest above his beady brown eyes.

Personality: He trusts no one. He is not readily capable for forgiveness and his ire never leaves him. He is afraid of women and trembles around them

History: He got into the Doctor business at a young age. 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 Doctor. He used his abilities to travel the world and help people.

Motivation: He is unsatisfied with his job; and he'd like to take his coworkers down a peg

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Shy. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Doctor

Voice: Stutters

Possessions: 5000 gp. Rose (40 gp). Rich purple corundum (1400 gp). Golden pearl (120 gp). Canary diamond (2000 gp). Aquamarine (1100 gp). Violet garnet (1100 gp). Deep blue spinel (1100 gp). Amber (120 gp). Moss agate (7 gp). Amber (120 gp). Rhodochrosite (7 gp). Zircon (40 gp). Rock crystal (40 gp). Malachite (7 gp). Rich purple corundum (1400 gp). Violet garnet (1100 gp). Rhodochrosite (7 gp). Obsidian (7 gp). Aquamarine (1100 gp). Hematite (7 gp). Rich purple corundum (1400 gp). Alexandrite (1100 gp). Black pearl (1100 gp). Moss agate (7 gp). Jade (120 gp). Lapis lazuli (7 gp).

Description: A woman of a pale complexion, she wears a tight fitting pastel shirt and pants. Her white fur has been sun bleached extensively. Her amber eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: She can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. She would rather hide behind her crafts than deal with other people.

History: She was born in a small desert village. Her mother was supposedly a charlatan fortune teller, but she insists her mother was legitimate. She was granted arcane powers by her dying sister.

Motivation: She has a rivalry with the Church that dominates her actions; and to reunite with her absent father

Ideals: Gifted, Artistic. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Nature, Religious. Occupation: Brewer

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 500 pp.

Description: Her right side is far more bruised and cut up than her other. She wears loose pants and a collared shirt complete with sweater beneath her coat. Her hair is long and brown with streaks of silver, and is pulled back with small tan clips. This blue eyed easterner is not easily forgotten.

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 receives visions of the future at random moments

History: Born to a poor family in the city she treasured whatever gifts she got. Her necromantic abilities were realized during a raid on her village. She was granted necromantic powers by her dying brother.

Motivation: To end her boredom; and to share knowledge with the world

Ideals: Opinionated, Gifted, Logical. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Laborer

Voice: Speaks with back of mouth

Possessions: 3000 gp.

Description: He prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for his hunting needs. He wears his red hair up in a very large beehive style do. His half smiles and amber eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

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 does not trust anyone and sleeps with one eye open.

History: Rurik was born the youngest of three triplets. He made a point of taking high paying jobs and getting most of it up front. He has drifted apart from his friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature shortspear.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep; and money/treasure

Flaws: Insane, Insomniac. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Family, Adventurer. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: 7000 gp. Golden circlet with four aquamarines (4000 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (180 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1300 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (400 gp). Old masterpiece painting (400 gp).

Description: He dresses like a well dressed Detective does, and he perpetually has his hand crossbow ready. His golden hair is braided into rings. He wears an eyepatch.

Personality: He is mildly Dwarf supremacist, though he does not identify as such. He spends most of his days drinking in the Inn, the rowdiest and most dangerous establishment in town. There he gambles, wrestles and listens to stories told by travelers.

History: Born in a small village he learned the ways of the warrior from his father. He was an apprentice working in his father's forge. He's also a talented Soapmaker, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: He'd like to take his coworkers down a peg.

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Racist. Bonds: Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Detective

Voice: Aggressive tone

Possessions: 1000 gp. Rock crystal (50 gp). Hematite (10 gp).