Description: A man with a warm, jovial air about him, he wears loose pants and a collared shirt complete with sweater beneath his coat. His moppish golden hair is in a traditional bowl cut. His voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: He has schizophrenia that causes him to hear things that aren't there and will sometimes respond to them. He is skeptical of what others tell him and is slow to trust.

History: A studious child he never was much for a social life, not because he was unlikable, but because he did not seek it out. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Merchant work with an outfit from a few towns over. Merchant work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He has drifted from career to career and currently works as a Merchant.

Motivation: He is unsatisfied with his job.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Insane, Disease, Shy. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Timid voice

Possessions: 6000 gp. Black opal (900 gp). Jasper (20 gp). Bloodstone (20 gp). Amber (110 gp). Red garnet (110 gp). Zircon (20 gp). Violet garnet (1500 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (9 gp). Blue star sapphire (900 gp). Aquamarine (1500 gp). Carnelian (20 gp). Aquamarine (1500 gp). Lapis lazuli (9 gp). Malachite (9 gp). Red-brown spinel (110 gp). Blue quartz (9 gp). Carnelian (20 gp). Peridot (20 gp). Chrysoberyl (110 gp). Obsidian (9 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. He is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. He has done his best to style his brown hair to look like a famous performer. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: He believes mankind has become decadent and spoiled by the march of civilization and an end should come to life as we know it. His philosophy is that everyone needs a friend and as such shows hospitality towards all.

History: Heir to a fortune, his parents put a great deal of effort into curing his disease. Over the years he perfected his riding and shooting skills. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He is greedy; and money/treasure

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly, Disease. Bonds: Nature, Rich. Occupation: Junk Dealer

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 1000 gp. An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (150 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (1000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (800 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1600 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Old masterpiece painting (800 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (8000 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1900 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1600 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This southern man is abnormally tall. He typically wears white cloth garments or leather armor. His whole body is exceptionally muscular. His black hair is lengthy. He has brown eyes.

Personality: He seems absolutely devoid of it. He stares off into space and will respond with overly literal and minimalist answers to questions. 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: He was born in the south. He was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. He never won. He has gone from town to town working and never settling down anywhere, but has fallen for a local Engraver. He hasn't told them the truth, but wants to settle down with them.

Motivation: He's attracted to the PC; and to end his boredom

Ideals: Logical, Athletic. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Immigrant, Has a crush. Occupation: Assassin

Voice: Speaks fast with a slight lisp

Possessions: 7000 gp. Moss agate (5 gp). Violet garnet (300 gp). Golden yellow topaz (300 gp). Violet garnet (300 gp). Violet garnet (300 gp). Alexandrite (300 gp). Clear bright green emerald (4000 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A woman with thick toned arms and a paunchy gut. She wears an entirely blue suit with green socks and a vest with buckled shoes. Her hair is cut close to her head. She wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into her face.

Personality: She has a massive crush on the younger sibling of the Knight who has hired her part-time. She is a bit of a xeno-phobe, disliking non-Gnomes.

History: A powerful slaver made her what she is. She moved from fad to fad and when she turned 15 she discovered painting. She has gone from town to town working and never settling down anywhere, but has fallen for a local Painter. She hasn't told them the truth, but wants to settle down with them.

Motivation: She wants to get laid; and wants her loneliness to end

Ideals: Athletic, Artistic. Flaws: Racist. Bonds: Has a crush, Mentor. Occupation: Knight

Voice: Smooth and feminine

Possessions: 2000 gp. Deep green spinel (140 gp). Hematite (14 gp). Chrysoberyl (140 gp). Brown-green garnet (140 gp). Lapis lazuli (14 gp). Malachite (14 gp).

Description: He is armored in gleaming platemail with gilded edges. A flowing green cape and mantle trimmed with soft brown waves gently in the breeze. He carries a battered shortbow and tarnished axe as well. He has done his best to style his chestnut hair to look like a famous performer. He has red eyes.

Personality: He speaks before he thinks and is too direct. His temper goes off on the smallest of things. He tends to lash out at those around him.

History: He served in the navy to pay for his family's outstanding loans. His mother was a soldier and died while he was still young. Chem was left his mother's suit of armor and trained in its use and care. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and he has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Impulsive, Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Military. Occupation: Tailor

Voice: Boston accent

Possessions: 500 pp. A necklace of small pink pearls (3000 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (80 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (80 gp). Old masterpiece painting (900 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (1000 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (900 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 (80 gp). A silver and pearl hairclip (80 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (500 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). Silver comb with moonstones (1000 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (200 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1200 gp). 1 Major magic item.

Description: She is an attractive woman, lean and moderately muscular. She wears light armors faded through time and improper care. Her silver hair is still thick. Her face is full, her cheeks are rosy, and she always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in her hazel eyes.

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 takes great joy in being the best Spice Merchant in town.

History: Arara was raised in a hard working conservative environment. She sought a place where she would be rewarded solely on the merits of her skills. This search led her directly into Spice Merchant work with an outfit from a few towns over. Spice Merchant work suited her well, and with each successful project, she earned more gold and more respect from her peers. She tends to her Spice Merchant job now, and dutifully fulfills any obligations she has.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and sabotage a competitor

Ideals: Opinionated. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Poor. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Smoker's lung

Possessions: 9000 gp. Gold music box (2000 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (700 gp). Solid gold idol (800 gp). Solid gold idol (800 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (3000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (30 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (30 gp). A delicate silver chain set with a tourmaline (40 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1300 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Jeweled gold crown (2000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1300 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (700 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (800 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (30 gp). Gold cup set with emeralds (5000 gp). Finely wrought small gold bracelet (40 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1300 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This woman stands a little under 5'10" and is a bit bulky. She is very muscular particularly in the legs. She is perpetually draped in fineries, but all of this concealed by her earthly robes.. Her fur is short and white. Her eyes are likewise copper.

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. Around other people she will do her best to conceal her emotions and appear jolly.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Sun grew up listening to her father's many stories. In her 14th year, her parents were killed by a drow raid, leaving Sun alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, she was adopted. She became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: Many drow want her driven away; and she desires power and/or immortality

Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Nature, Adventurer, Enemies. Occupation: Spy

Voice: Mumbles to self between sentences

Possessions: 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.