Description: He wears a black vest with golden trim over his white shirt. His brown leather gloves and pants are well-kept, and his black boots flare out at the collars. He is physically well-built. He has no hair. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. Melech enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for his love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: His history is one of pain. He was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves his parents kept. He graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. He advanced relatively quickly due to his good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. Since then, he has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: He wants nothing more than to rejoin the army.

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly, Hedonist. Bonds: Slave, Military. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: growls and snarls, animalistic

Possessions: 150 gp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: He wears a weathered and beat up set of banded mail beneath an oversized white coat. He is physically well-built. His long chestnut hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. 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 a sleazy, sleazy guy. He has no qualms about using his powers of suggestion to get people to do what he wants. He uses his nature as a weapon; he likes to lead opponents to think him in distress.

History: Born in the south his family was never financially stable. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. He hasn't been sleeping well lately.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep; and to end his boredom

Flaws: Insomniac, Secretive. Bonds: Attractive, Poor. Occupation: Sculptor

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: 90 gp. Lapis lazuli (8 gp).

Description: A woman of a pale complexion, she dresses in violet turtlenecks beneath a black coat with grey slacks. Her hair is short and red. She is very pretty but has cold, dead eyes.

Personality: She is a pretentious jerk insisting that modern society is full of problems and should revert to a simpler time. She is skeptical of what others tell her and is slow to trust.

History: When she was but 8 years old her parents immigrated from the east. Her childhood dream was to be a Farmer, but she was a colossal failure. She has worked as a Servant like her mother before her.

Motivation: Expand her business.

Flaws: Antagonistic, Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Job. Occupation: Servant

Voice: Low rumbling, strings words together

Possessions: 100 gp. Malachite (5 gp).

Description: She wears skinny pants and wears a white and brown robe with the hood down. She carries with her a set of hand crossbows, each one with a sapphire on the hilt. She only wears one on her belt and the other on her back. Her hair is short and black. Her face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: She shows great sympathy to all travelers. She's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. Her home and work are filled with various knick knacks she has acquired through the years. She cares a great deal for her adopted teenage son.

History: Brakka 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 Map Maker work with an outfit from a few towns over. Map Maker work suited her well, and with each successful project, she earned more gold and more respect from her peers. She has drifted from career to career and currently works as a Map Maker.

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

Ideals: Fighting, Philantrophist. Bonds: Family, Job. Occupation: Map Maker

Voice: Speaks with lower jaw sticking out

Possessions: 120 gp.

Description: This woman is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. She wears a tan tunic with green highlights, and long yellow pants that bunch up around her shoes. Her long black hair reaches down to her waist. Her face is full, her cheeks are rosy, and she always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in her amber eyes.

Personality: She thrives on attention. She does whatever is in her power to gain the attention of whomever she deems a fit date. She works hard and plays hard.

History: Born in the south to a Carter, Callybon learned a great deal about her mother's area of expertise. Before the accident, she was one of the most outspoken anti-Gnomish activists. She was mortally wounded, saved by a kind and fast-acting Gnomish doctor. She now owns her own business.

Motivation: Many dire rats want her driven away; and a strong sense of loyalty to gnomish people

Flaws: Hedonist, Racist. Bonds: Immigrant, Attractive, Job, Enemies. Occupation: Carter

Voice: Speaks with lower jaw sticking out

Possessions: 22000 cp. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He is generally well dressed albeit a few years behind the times. He has wavy black hair. His gray eyes peer out from beneath his top tan hat.

Personality: He runs his personal life as if detached from it. He organizes appointments and outings based on perceived benefits he will get from it. He uses divination through singing.

History: Efferil was born with his father's beautiful face. Efferil was born on a far eastern forest where he grew up under the tutelage of his father, an expert Merchant. He left for the east, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: To unite with his sister.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Selfish. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Family. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Irish accent

Possessions: 40 pp. Banded agate (16 gp). Silver pearl (60 gp). Eye agate (16 gp).

Description: Her left thumb is blackened and bruised, but otherwise she appears quite healthy. She wears loose pants and a collared shirt complete with sweater beneath her coat. Her beige fur is still thick. Her eyes are likewise hazel.

Personality: Drifting is a sociable creature first and foremost. She loves to listen to people at length before talking their ear off. She can carry on conversation for hours and will do so. She is frequently practicing swordplay.

History: She was born several months after her mother was called into army service. She went to a religious school and was inspired by the priests there in charitable deeds. She has since married many spouses, only to have them die. She claims to not be responsible.

Motivation: She's repulsed by the PC; and she has a rivalry with the church that dominates her actions

Ideals: Extrovert. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Military, Religious, In love. Occupation: Miner

Voice: Soft and melodious

Possessions: 40 pp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: She is a small woman, but exceptionally fit. She does not wear sleeves and tends to eschew shirts when she can avoid it. Her hair is greying and her face has many wrinkles. Her eyes are a pleasant gray.

Personality: Here is a woman who knows she is the smartest in the room. She talks down to others constantly. A true patriot, Portia would do anything for her country. She is fiercely protective of her fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: She was born several months after her mother was called into army service. She took after her mother in leading caravans. Because they were valued, her mother taught her to defend herself. When her mother died while fighting drow, the young Portia began to lead the lost caravan. Days after completing her studies, news broke out that her hometown was attacked by drow. Portia was horrified and prayed that her father was alright. However, she heard that her father had died fighting off the drow.

Motivation: She doesn't get along with people that don't share her tastes; and she feels the way she acts is they only way to get by in the world

Ideals: Athletic, Impeccable, Entrepeneur. Bonds: Military, Enemies. Occupation: Barber

Voice: Deep voice with rolling R's

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: She is a mite stocky and likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. She has a very tight haircut. She wears a mask on her face.

Personality: She loves justice and goodness and right action. Anyone who does not fulfill this criteria perfectly will no doubt get a lecture from her. She is the most sanctimonious self-righteous Halfling in existence. She has zero loyalty and will suck up to whomever is within range, in the hopes of being moved to a better position.

History: Jillian lived on a farm with her father, near the main road leading to a nearby town. She found a children's book about a Halfling Sorcerer who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. She modeled her life after the story, seeing herself destined a hero. When her spouse passed she lost her only source of income but claims to her sons to still be retired.

Motivation: She has comitted a past crime that haunts her to this day; and she's looking for her big break

Ideals: Justice. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Family, Adventurer, Criminal record. Occupation: Miner

Voice: Creaky witch voice

Possessions: 200 gp.