Description: He wears rags and sports a simple walking cane. He carries with him a set of lances on his belt, each one with a sapphire on the hilt. His copper crest has been sun bleached extensively. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He is highly sensitive about his name. He loathes it, but will not take any guff about it from anyone. On top of that he is swayed by a pretty face, and while loyalty to his employer will always come first he doesn't like to hit women.

History: Gifted from a young age, Shamash studied abroad. He always admired martial-users and wanted to develop the talent, but never had the affinity for it. Recently a tribe of dire rats attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Shamash fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Fighting, Gifted. Flaws: Sensitive. Bonds: Poor, Has a crush, Adventurer. Occupation: Sellsword

Voice: Deep voice with rolling R's

Possessions: 3000 cp.

Description: A well shaped woman just over fifty, she dresses like a well dressed Stylist does. Sporting a silver mohawk this woman's hair draws a lot of attention. She has violet eyes.

Personality: She takes her job very seriously, in part because she fears she cannot get a new one. A true patriot, Menny would do anything for her country. She is fiercely protective of her fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: The child of a Painter, who enjoyed hunting, Menny was taken on many hunting expeditions. She has chosen to use the inheritance that was left to her frivolously. She inherited the family business which she has now maintained for 11 years.

Motivation: She'd like to take her coworkers down a peg.

Bonds: Job, Military, Nature, Rich. Occupation: Stylist

Voice: High pitched, excited

Possessions: Moss agate (7 gp). Jasper (20 gp). 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: He is an exceptionally muscular looking southern young adult. He wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. Beneath his clothing is a huge mess of scar tissue. He has a long chestnut beard with little hanging trinkets. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He is extraordinarily passive and rarely speaks, let alone speaks his mind. He cannot deal with unfamiliar people for more than a few minutes at a time and if they persist he will grow angry at them.

History: His history is one of pain. He was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves his parents kept. Being born in the south, 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 south 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 north. Due to his spouse's obsession with being a Ruler they were divorced and he won custody of their daughter. He worked as a Server, and he later adopted a second daughter.

Motivation: Marry his sister to traveling adventurers; and he is currently in port desperately looking for someone to get him out

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Shy, Antagonistic. Bonds: Slave, Family. Occupation: Server

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 80 gp. Jade (40 gp). 1 Magnifying glass.

Description: 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 black hair to look like a famous performer. His fierce white eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: He is calm most of the time but flees social interaction. He does not regard money as being a problem because it has never been a problem for him. He lives in a bit of an ivory tower believing all problems are one quick intervention away from being solved.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Barakas grew up listening to his mother's many stories. He couldn't stand his childhood mentor and eventually formed a pact with his mentor's previously failed apprentice to rebel. When their plan failed the mentor lashed out against both of them and fled. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: Meet up once more with his childhood friend; and he's attracted to the pc

Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer, Mentor, Has a crush. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Russian accent

Possessions: 30 gp. Golden pearl (80 gp).

Description: An imposing woman with a heavy stainless steel prosthetic right leg, she wears tight fitting clothing which further accentuates her frame. Her long chestnut hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. Her face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. Her spectacle hidden eyes are a deep violet.

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 is an amazing painter.

History: The child of a Junk Dealer, who enjoyed hunting, Shanairla was taken on many hunting expeditions. Cursed with a spirit at a very young age, Shanairla has worked very hard to control her curse. She bought a axe and has really upped her game hunting, due to her understanding of decoy and ambush.

Motivation: She doesn't get along with people that don't share her tastes; and to reunite with her absent father

Ideals: Opinionated, Gifted. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Attractive, Nature. Occupation: Bowyer

Voice: Excited and jittery

Possessions: 70 gp.

Description: She is of a modest build and height, but she carries herself more imposing than she is. She is wearing a long, red cloak. Her chestnut hair is wavy and long. Her face possesses mild wrinkles. Her smile is extraordinarily sincere though she does not smile often.

Personality: She is a jovial happy person, but she is convinced people are living their lives too quickly. She takes great pride in her work and is very well organized. Her planner is full of calendar events.

History: She was born in the east, but her parents moved at a very young age to the west. A freak accident while working with her Barkeep mother left her crippled. She inherited the family business which she has now maintained for 9 years.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved.

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Job, Immigrant. Occupation: Crown-heir

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: 140 gp. 1 Banded mail.

Description: She stands about 5'9" and is wearing a perfectly clean shirt and pair of pants. Her right leg appears badly burned and disfigured. Her red fur is lengthy. She wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: She is filled with cunning. She likes to feign weakness letting people think she is weak. She is susceptible to being scared and is in actuality easily frightened. She likes to tell stories.

History: She was born in a small desert village. She was an adventurer many years ago and she formed a blood bond with her Human companion (her 'brother'). 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: She desires power and/or immortality; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Flaws: Secretive, Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Nature, Adventurer. Occupation: Layabout

Voice: Loud with bravado

Possessions: 500 sp.

Description: This eastern man is abnormally tall. He wears a grey cloak and cross-gartered brown stockings. His whole body is exceptionally muscular. He has black hair. He has hazel eyes and a grey hat with a brown feather.

Personality: Jocelyn speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. He is clearly well-traveled and educated. He is a great chef.

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. As a young adult he joined a group advocating for an improvement in Human conditions. He is untrained/undisciplined, which makes him dangerous.

Motivation: A strong sense of loyalty to Halfling people; and halfling compassion

Ideals: Impeccable, Gifted. Flaws: Racist, Insane. Bonds: Immigrant. Occupation: Tailor

Voice: Aggressive tone

Possessions: 400 sp. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: She is an average looking eastern female in her early mid-life. She usually wears her violet robe and has her morningstar always slung over her shoulder. Her hair is long and silver with streaks of brown, and is pulled back with small violet clips. Her otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: This woman loves dancing and to teach people dancing more than just about anything. She would rather hide behind her crafts than deal with other people.

History: Her parents moved while she was still in utero so she is the first generation to be born here. She worked as a nervous Mayor and found it very stressful. She has gone from town to town till she finds a spot where she can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and balancing her hectic life and new mayor responsibilities is difficult

Ideals: Artistic, Logical. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Immigrant, Job. Occupation: Mayor

Voice: Scandinavian accent

Possessions: 260 gp. Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (100 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (100 gp).