Description: A pudgy man standing about 3'11" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He wears rags and sports a simple walking cane. His auburn hair has been sun bleached extensively. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: He is almost excessively polite to everyone, even when angry. 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. Through the years after Rurik was born, his mother became increasingly distant from his family, instead choosing to pursue power in the south. Rurik's mother didn't care for him much, and the feeling was mutual. He has became unsatisfied with his lot in life, and decided to take up adventuring.

Motivation: He desires power and/or immortality; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Flaws: Insomniac, Shy, Antagonistic. Bonds: Poor, Slave, Adventurer. Occupation: Marshal

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 40 pp. Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: 3'8" and lanky with angular features, he is an attractive figure. He is renowned for his bright tan suits and hats. He has wavy brown hair. His skin is flawless and his amber eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: He is business-like. He takes instructions and follows them to the letter. He can't help but pocket interesting objects he comes across

History: He was raised in a forest tribe. Over the years he perfected his riding and shooting skills. He would ruin relationships and cause injury. He was reprimanded several times before being given his current form and forced to learn humility.

Motivation: Seeks redemption; and he is greedy

Ideals: Professionalism. Bonds: Attractive, Criminal record, Nature, Rich. Occupation: Sailor

Voice: Dutch accent

Possessions: 5000 cp.

Description: This woman is unhealthily muscled, almost every single one of her veins is visible when she is not flexing. Her shirts and pants tend to be short and undersized for her due to the difficulty of finding a good tailor. With wild red hair. Her hazel eyes are passionate and lively.

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. Virra enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for her love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: Born in a small village she learned the ways of the warrior from her father. Her parents died when she was young, and she was unceremoniously dumped in the city orphanage. Virra grew up in the orphanage, tormented by the older kids and famished from lack of food. To avoid death by starvation, most orphans take to a life of crime or prostitution (often both), and so did Virra. After a long history of fighting, Virra and her spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: A rival would like her out of the picture; and she possesses a valuable artifact that the thieves guild wishes to steal

Ideals: Fighting, Athletic. Flaws: Antagonistic, Hedonist. Bonds: Criminal record. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: 1000 sp. Violet garnet (200 gp).

Description: This woman is well dressed, but even with her fine clothing she looks run-down. She has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized emerald on her left hand. Her crest is white and curly. She is missing an eye and her face is severely sunburned. Her one remaining eye shines red.

Personality: She is witty, but her monotone delivery comes off as unnerving She loves teas. She is very sensitive about her face. To blow off anger she lifts weights and to control her otherwise explosive temper she works out a lot.

History: Her parents moved while she was still in utero so she is the first generation to be born here. She struck it rich when she found rare goods in large quantities. She now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: She has money and likes to spend it; and to fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever

Ideals: Joker, Fighting. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Immigrant. Occupation: Tailor

Voice: Speaks with lower jaw sticking out

Possessions: 1000 cp.

Description: She is a small woman, but exceptionally fit. She wears a grey shirt with thin green vertical stripes and grey pants. Her red hair is styled in orderly dreadlocks. Her hazel eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

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 loves teas. She is very sensitive about her face. To blow off anger she lifts weights and to control her otherwise explosive temper she works out a lot.

History: Ida was raised in a hard working conservative environment. Her mother took her hunting and taught her how to get in the mind of other creatures. Recently a tribe of brigands attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Ida fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern.

Ideals: Athletic, Fighting. Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Nature, Job. Occupation: Cook

Voice: Uses lots of figures of speech

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: She is a small woman, but exceptionally fit. She wears very tight pants and wife beaters, though occasionally she sports a black coat. Her auburn hair, when down, is lengthy. She tend to wears goggles to shield her eyes.

Personality: She is highly sensitive about her name. She loathes it, but will not take any guff about it from anyone. She will often invite strangers home for dinner and talk their ears off. She cares deeply for her spouse and does her best to make sure her guests look presentable.

History: Ownka was born in the east. At a young age she loved to build and create. She was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. She never won. Since then, she has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: Wishes to resurrect an old love.

Ideals: Athletic, Optimist, Persistence. Flaws: Sensitive. Bonds: In love. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Indian accent

Possessions: 9000 cp. Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp).

Description: He is in excellent shape and typically wears brown cloth garments or leather armor. His gray fur is lengthy. His voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: He can speak with the recently deceased. Around other people he will do his best to conceal his emotions and appear jolly.

History: A child with a great deal of singing talent his parents made sure he got the chance to thrive. He has had some formal singing training, and achieved minor success. He has never given up on his singing dream.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Athletic, Gifted, Artistic. Flaws: Insane, Shy. Occupation: Layabout

Voice: Russian accent

Possessions: 6000 cp.

Description: She is an average looking southern female in her early mid-life. She wears a violet vest with golden trim over her white shirt. Her black leather gloves and pants are well-kept, and her violet boots flare out at the collars. Her white hair, when down, is lengthy. Her voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: She hates Half-Elves with a passion. As such she is filled with self loathing. She has zero loyalty and will suck up to whomever is within range, in the hopes of being moved to a better position.

History: Heir to a fortune, her parents put a great deal of effort into curing her disease. Cursed with a spirit at a very young age, Rohesia has worked very hard to control her curse. She has built up a small fortune and can afford her own way.

Motivation: A strong sense of loyalty to Dwarven people; and money/treasure

Flaws: Insane, Racist, Fearful, Disease. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Spy

Voice: Soothing and warm

Possessions: 320 gp. Obsidian (14 gp). Deep blue spinel (500 gp). Hematite (14 gp).

Description: He is a physically imposing dark-skinned man. He prefers to wear the grand gowns of high society. He carries his fan with him everywhere and carries himself as the perfect gentleman. His red hair is cut short with large spiked bangs in the front. His eyes are a pleasant blue.

Personality: He snorts whenever he laughs or is feeling confident. He has a taste for the finer things and spends a great deal of money on luxuries, some more exotic than others.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. From there he went from mercenary job to mercenary job. He knows his nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but him.

Motivation: A deep hatred of illithids; and money/treasure

Bonds: Rich, Adventurer, Enemies. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Loud with bravado

Possessions: 6000 cp.