Description: 5'5" and muscular, this western woman is well dressed, but even with her fine clothing she looks run-down. Her hair is short and white. She has gleaming, smiling red eyes.

Personality: She believes there is no problem she cannot solve with sufficient elbow grease and persistence, if it is the best or most economic solution matters not. Flattery will make her almost putty in your hands.

History: She was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. 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 knows her nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but her.

Motivation: She is greedy; and money/treasure

Ideals: Athletic, Persistence. Flaws: Selfish, Racist. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 400 gp.

Description: A hulking man with gigantic muscles, he wears a large hat to cast shadows over his face and wears ponchos to better hide his body. His blue crest is greasy and uncared for. His eyes are red.

Personality: He is envious of other's things. He hoards treasure, art, food, wine, and anything that he so desires. 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: Bharash was born in the north. At a young age he loved to build and create. His father was a mechanic, and taught him how to fix just about anything. One night he noticed a nearby shooting star which he hiked out to see where it landed. It turned out to be an ancient artifact of some kind. He has done his darndest to repair it but it is currently non-functional.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him.

Ideals: Impeccable, Persistence, Logical. Flaws: Ugly, Greedy. Occupation: Gardener

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: 100 pp.

Description: Wearing a closed helm and plate, one would not know what he was had he not made sure his armor was more form fitting than normal. Outside of the suit he wears a faded coat and loose pants complete with wide-brimmed hat. His hair is red and curly. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: He is intelligent and cunning, but he will too often allow his rage to get the better of him. He will lose his cool and rely on brute force to carry the day. He never wears the same outfit twice, unless he absolutely has to.

History: Sold as a small child to a necromancer, Fulbar was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. He 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. He modeled his life after the story, seeing himself destined a hero. After a long history of fighting, Fulbar and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: Obtaining odd cultural Tiefling artifacts is his passion; and to reunite with his old friends

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Mentor, Adventurer. Occupation: Navigator

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: A woman with a friendly, welcoming air about her, she sports green clothing, slightly heavier than average wear. Her blue hair is matted, messy, and big. Her gold eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: She is a hateful person. She taunts others and blames them for her problems. She lacks moral complications. She does what she is told to by employers but not much else. She spends her money on whatever she fancies at the time.

History: She was born in the east, but her parents moved at a very young age to the north. Her father took her hunting and taught her how to get in the mind of other creatures. She has gone from town to town till she finds a spot where she can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and expand her business

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Job, Immigrant, Nature. Occupation: Fletcher

Voice: Speaks with back of mouth

Possessions: 20 gp. Coral (160 gp).

Description: A woman with thick toned arms and a paunchy gut. She prefers to wear the grand gowns of high society. She carries her fan with her everywhere and carries herself as the perfect lady. Her hair is chestnut and curly. Her green eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. She has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: She is quite rude, and likes to deride her opponents skill and shout insults at them. A true patriot, Kithri would do anything for her country. She is fiercely protective of her fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: She comes from a rich northern family. When Kithri reached her early adolescence her Halfling mother passed away. Feeling disconnected from the small nearby village afterwards, she decided to travel. Her rounds led her into the Army with a few individuals who would become her life-long companions. She has built up a small fortune and can afford her own way.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often; and she has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Addict, Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Military. Occupation: Bricklayer

Voice: German accent

Possessions: 14000 cp. Amethyst (120 gp).

Description: A hulking man with gigantic muscles, he sports pastel clothing, slightly heavier than average wear. His beige fur is greasy and uncared for. His hazel eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: He never swears and excessively uses polite adverbs when speaking. He is able to fit into much smaller and tighter spaces than normal.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when goblins swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. His mother was supposedly a charlatan fortune teller, but he insists his mother was legitimate. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

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

Ideals: Optimist, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Map Maker

Voice: Whispers

Possessions: 6000 cp.

Description: This woman is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. She wears a black shirt with thin blue vertical stripes and pastel pants. Her golden hair is cut short with large spiked bangs in the front. Her brown eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: She is a sleazy, sleazy gal. She has no qualms about using her powers of suggestion to get people to do what she wants. She is however nostalgic and wants to reunite with her old comrades. She has some compunction and patriotism and will work for the government before all other clients.

History: She was born to loving parents in a slum to the south. She was part of a huge silver rush, which was taken over by a mining company. The company confiscated a lot of silver, but the shipment was lost. 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: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark.

Bonds: Immigrant, Attractive, Adventurer, Poor, Family. Occupation: Spy

Voice: Scandinavian accent

Possessions: 130 gp. 1 Masterwork Artisan’s tools.

Description: This man is tall and muscular. He sports grey clothing, slightly heavier than average wear. His red hair, when down, is lengthy. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his hazel eyes.

Personality: Frederick speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. He is clearly well-traveled and educated. He lacks moral complications. He does what he is told to by employers but not much else. He spends his money on whatever he fancies at the time.

History: Born in the east to a Ploughman, Frederick learned a great deal about his mother's area of expertise. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Ploughman work with an outfit from a few towns over. Ploughman work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He became a Ploughman soon after.

Motivation: He doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes.

Ideals: Athletic, Impeccable, Logical. Bonds: Attractive, Job. Occupation: Ploughman

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: 20 gp.

Description: His right thumb is blackened and bruised, but otherwise he appears quite healthy. He likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. His blonde hair is unkempt and raggedy. His face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. His spectacle hidden eyes are a deep brown.

Personality: He's a bit of a prankster. He knows he is clumsy and seen as such and will often feign amnesia after injury. The occasional robbery is his preferred attention getting crime, but he mainly uses his means for meeting his own perverse desires.

History: When he was but 3 years old his parents immigrated from the west. His parents died when he was young, and he was unceremoniously dumped in the city orphanage. Shag 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 Shag. Recently he has begun working with bootleggers and crooks.

Motivation: He is being blackmailed/forced/etc and this influences his actions; and seeks redemption

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Criminal record, Immigrant. Occupation: Bricklayer

Voice: Laughs frequently while speaking

Possessions: 130 gp. Red garnet (40 gp).