Description: She wears just a red suit. She has a moderate pudge and is not very fit. Her head has been shaved. Her otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: She has always had a great fascination with Dwarven culture. 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 daughter.

History: She was born with several neurological imbalances, which makes sleep difficult for her. It may also be what makes her so good at details. Cursed with a spirit at a very young age, Pearl has worked very hard to control her curse. She was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Her spouse's relatives view her with great suspicion.

Flaws: Ugly, Racist, Disease, Insomniac. Bonds: Family. Occupation: Barkeep

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: Moonstone (50 gp).

Description: 5'2" and muscular, this southern woman wears a green coat over a violet low-cut shirt, and a top hat upon her head. Her top hat is riddled with cuts and holes. Her eyes are a pleasant black.

Personality: She considers herself the protector of her home. She feels this is her duty and calling. A true patriot, Armara would do anything for her country. She is fiercely protective of her fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: She got into the Mortician business at a young age. She sought a place where she would be rewarded solely on the merits of her skills. This search led her directly into Mortician work with an outfit from a few towns over. Mortician work suited her well, and with each successful project, she earned more gold and more respect from her peers. She has gone from town to town till she finds a spot where she can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: She'd like to take her coworkers down a peg; and to be a banker again

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Guardian, Military, Job. Occupation: Mortician

Voice: Speaks fast with a slight lisp

Possessions: 70 gp. Jade (100 gp).

Description: His skin has the orange glow of too much sun. He wears baggy brown pantaloons and a black scarf. His red hair, when down, is lengthy. His eyes are brown and catlike.

Personality: Aggressive, abrasive, and angry, John embodies much of what other species detest in the Humans. He is a logical person and will generally grow upset if things defy logic and science.

History: He was born in a small desert village. He dropped out of school before completing his studies. He remains aloof and afraid to be himself due to all the ideals others have placed upon him.

Motivation: He seems to be bored by most things; and he is content

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Antagonistic, Shy, Mundane. Bonds: Nature. Occupation: Miller

Voice: Speaks with lower jaw sticking out

Possessions: Sard (20 gp). 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: This woman is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. She has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized emerald on her right hand. Her head has been shaved. She is missing an eye and her face is severely sunburned. Her one remaining eye shines amber.

Personality: Her voice, at times compared to that of a Nymph, lambasts those who consider themselves "civilized" with snide, belittling remarks; the subtle growl she speaks with growing louder in doing so, one can find it most pronounced, despite the otherwise natural purity of her tone. 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: She is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. Her spouse left her for another, whom she beat to an almost bloody pulp. She did not win them back, but she came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. Since then, she has sought to make the best of life.

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

Ideals: Fighting, Optimist. Flaws: Ugly, Cynical. Bonds: Rich, In love. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Timid voice

Possessions: 120 gp. 1 Silver holy symbol.

Description: A man with a warm, jovial air about him, he wears a simple burlap shirt and baggy pants. He conceals his pickaxe with his veritable burlap sack of a shirt. His hair is brown and very short. His fair skin shows little sign of his aristocratic breeding.

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 enjoys reading and quiet.

History: He was born several months after his father was called into army service. Nalral liked to wander the woods near his home when he was young, something he still likes to do at least once a week. He never liked modest clothing or shoes, so he would wander the woods barefoot and lightly dressed, and he developed a good sense of balance and learned how to climb and swim well. He now spends his time doing works of charity.

Motivation: He wants nothing more than to rejoin the army; and to share knowledge with the world

Ideals: Philantrophist, Logical. Bonds: Attractive, Military, Nature. Occupation: Server

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 90 gp. Obsidian (6 gp). 1 Half-Plate.

Description: A pudgy woman standing about 3'0" has a big stupid grin on her face most of the time. She wears many layers of old clothing at all times. She has slicked back auburn hair. She has brown eyes and a white hat with a pastel feather.

Personality: Abrasive and pushy, she has a hard time making friends. She has a cruel streak; something she gained from her previous mentor. She harbors resentment against her former mentor.

History: Her father raised her in a mountain cabin. Over the years she perfected her riding and shooting skills. She was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching her a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: Her religion dominates her actions.

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Poor, Mentor, Nature, Religious. Occupation: Ploughman

Voice: Voice breaks

Possessions: 100 gp.

Description: A moderately attractive woman, she wears tight fitting clothing which further accentuates her frame. With wild brown hair. She wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into her face.

Personality: She is irascible and easily irritated. She works hard and plays hard.

History: She was a bastard born out of an affair, and her father always resented and mistreated her for it out of spite. She always admired necromantic-users and wanted to develop the talent, but never had the affinity for it. She leaves a trail of broken hearts and full pockets wherever she goes.

Motivation: Retire the richest woman in the east; and she uses money and sex appeal to get what she needs

Ideals: Gifted, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Antagonistic, Hedonist. Bonds: Attractive, Rich. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Low rumbling, strings words together

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: This woman stands a little under 3'4" and is a bit bulky. She is very muscular particularly in the legs. She likes to wear ponchos typically of a light tan in addition to tight pants. Her red hair is still thick. She has gray eyes and a tan hat with a black feather.

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 Gnome in existence. She tends to be very friendly, and is drawn to music, the smells of food and wine, and out-door festivals.

History: She was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of her parents. A gypsy cursed her at a young age, leading to her ugly appearance. She became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: She is greedy; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Justice, Optimist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Adventurer, Rich. Occupation: Masseuse

Voice: Italian accent

Possessions: 350 gp. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.

Description: This exceptionally lanky man typically wears a sleeveless long coat of deep green leather and dull white iron scale mail. His hair is dark red and very short. He has a tattooed face.

Personality: He considers himself the perfect gentleman. He makes a point to always show proper etiquette and frequently critiques the etiquette of others. He is afraid of women and trembles around them

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. His parents died when he was young, and he was unceremoniously dumped in the city orphanage. Marbas 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 Marbas. As of late he has set up a hidden staging nest where he ambushes people he hires for escort.

Motivation: Wants a kiss; and he doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Poor, Criminal record, Has a crush. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Eastern European accent

Possessions: 4000 cp.