Description: He is a paragon of his species. He is larger and stronger than most Gnomes. His skin is dark but he possesses many black ritualistic tattoos. He wears a blue vest with golden trim over his white shirt. His black leather gloves and pants are well-kept, and his blue boots flare out at the collars. His small hat is riddled with cuts and holes. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are blue.

Personality: Friendly and accommodating he would invite many more into his home than his spouse would be comfortable with if they did not express concern about it. He claims to be unscrupulous but at the end of the day he will do what he thinks is right.

History: He was born several months after his father was called into army service. Being born in the west, he completed his medical training abroad so as to avoid the war. He returned after the war having achieved medical proficiency. He was a general practitioner in the west for years, until he, through no fault of his own, lost a patient who had a very powerful family. Rather than risk reprisal he made his way east. He now spends his time doing works of charity.

Motivation: Wants to raise his children well; and to unite with his sister

Ideals: Philantrophist, Justice. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Military, Family. Occupation: Stylist

Voice: Scratchy, weak

Possessions: 9000 gp. Lapis lazuli (4 gp). Hematite (4 gp). Onyx (40 gp). Rose (40 gp). Hematite (4 gp). Lapis lazuli (4 gp). Obsidian (4 gp). Deep blue spinel (1100 gp). Chrysoberyl (140 gp). Jasper (40 gp). Eye agate (4 gp). Black pearl (1100 gp). Star rose quartz (40 gp). Deep blue spinel (1100 gp). Violet garnet (1100 gp). Jet (140 gp). Aquamarine (1100 gp). Malachite (4 gp).

Description: The woman speaks with an almost imperceptible accent. She seems to always be the slightest bit damp as if she got out from a pool a few moments ago. She prefers to wear flannel. She has wavy silver hair. Her otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: She shows great sympathy to all travelers. She's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. She is a bit of a macho woman and will challenge people to random contests of strength and skill, and invite them to random hunting and fishing trip.

History: She was born to loving parents in a slum to the west. She was a friend to animals and a trickster. In her defense of animals however she would do severe harm to people. She left for the west, certain she would find work there.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever; and she loathes her own lifestyle

Ideals: Philantrophist, Fighting. Bonds: Immigrant, Nature, Poor. Occupation: Engraver

Voice: Adds syll-ab-les for em-pha-sis

Possessions: 8000 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 slender man stands about 6'7". He wears a suit in poor condition. It has not been laundered in sometime and has been worn in activities one would not normally wear a suit during. His long red hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. This gray eyed easterner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: He will use flattery and sarcasm to attack and weaken his opponents. Despite his formidable combat skills he remains a coward. Further he is a bit of a stoner and is frequently out of it.

History: His parents moved while he was still in utero so he is the first generation to be born here. In his 16th year, while out on a day-trip, he returned to find his hometown burning and destroyed. He found his father impaled in their home, and his mother beheaded. He saw the man who walked out, and charged him in a blind rage. The man easily evaded and defeated him, leaving him to live broken and terrified. He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: He has passion for adventuring and risk.

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Addict, Fearful. Bonds: Adventurer, Immigrant. Occupation: Miner

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 1000 pp. Alexandrite (1100 gp). Jade (100 gp). Onyx (80 gp). Silver pearl (100 gp). White pearl (100 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1100 gp). Alexandrite (1100 gp). Carnelian (80 gp). Blue sapphire (1400 gp). Lapis lazuli (16 gp). Jade (100 gp). Amethyst (100 gp). Sardonyx (80 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (16 gp). Coral (100 gp).

Description: A thin man, he clearly needs to put on some weight, but he still has a lot of muscle. He wears a green vest with golden trim over his white shirt. His grey leather gloves and pants are well-kept, and his green boots flare out at the collars. His dark red hair is singed and shortened. His ears are large.

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. He constantly seizes attention wherever he goes and has come to expect this respect from everyone. He likes to think of himself as merciful, but nonetheless is very strict.

History: A powerful necromancer made him what he is. He was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. He never won. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He feels the way he acts is they only way to get by in the world.

Ideals: Athletic, Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Nature, Mentor. Occupation: Bowyer

Voice: Complex vocabulary, royal

Possessions: 3000 gp. Amethyst (110 gp). Lapis lazuli (8 gp). Rose (80 gp). Obsidian (8 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: Wearing a closed helm and plate, one would not know what she was had she not made sure her armor was more form fitting than normal. Outside of the suit she sports grey clothing, slightly heavier than average wear. Her black hair is cut short. Her otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: Aggressive, abrasive, and angry, Liftrasa embodies much of what other species detest in the Dwarves. She is harsh and unforgiving.

History: Liftrasa was born to in a poor docking district. She spent her early days working in the same smith shop her father was employed at, doing general labor. When she came of age, she joined a caravan that would eventually take her to the capital. She would practice along the way and, when she arrived, be apprenticed to a Cook. She has gone from town to town till she finds a spot where she can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: Expand her business.

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Poor, Job. Occupation: Cook

Voice: Forgets to breathe while speaking

Possessions: 700 pp. Brown-green garnet (160 gp). Golden yellow topaz (500 gp). Blue sapphire (1100 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: She wears a tight fitting tan shirt and pants. She wears her red hair up. She wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into her face.

Personality: Stoic and calm, she prefers to meditate than take action. She uses her nature as a weapon; she likes to lead opponents to think her in distress.

History: The child of southern immigrants she idolized her father. She was an adventurer many years ago and she formed a blood bond with her Gnomish companion (her 'brother'). She has became unsatisfied with her lot in life, and decided to take up adventuring.

Motivation: She made a deal with a demon which lead to her current lot in life, and she's becoming increasingly nervous about it; and to reunite with her old friends

Ideals: Disciplined. Flaws: Secretive. Bonds: Immigrant, Adventurer, Debt. Occupation: Weaver

Voice: Pronounces difficult words wrong

Possessions: Blue quartz (16 gp). Black pearl (500 gp). Moonstone (20 gp). Star ruby (900 gp). Amber (70 gp). Lapis lazuli (16 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This tall, slender woman wears a fancy yellow dress. She has moderate length brown hair. Her violet eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: She is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help her friends. She considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. She is a big fan of imagination and believes people should spend more time reading and writing.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Yvonne grew up listening to her father's many stories. Like her father and her sister before her, after school she went straight into learning to become a Layabout. She inherited the family business which she has now maintained for 7 years.

Motivation: She has a rivalry with the Church that dominates her actions; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Optimist, Logical. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer, Job, Religious. Occupation: Layabout

Voice: Smooth and feminine

Possessions: 5000 gp. Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (3000 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (90 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (3000 gp). Gold cup set with emeralds (11000 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (600 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (500 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (90 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (600 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (3000 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (90 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1700 gp). 1 Medium magic item.