Description: Her left side is far more bruised and cut up than her other. She is armored in gleaming platemail with gilded edges. A flowing red cape and mantle trimmed with soft tan waves gently in the breeze. Her hair is long and black with streaks of red, and is pulled back with small red clips. This blue eyed northerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: She is a Farmer first and foremost. She believes firmly that knowledge should be universal. She takes great joy in being the best Farmer in town.

History: She was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of her parents. Being born in the north, she completed her medical training abroad so as to avoid the war. She returned after the war having achieved medical proficiency. She was a general practitioner in the north for years, until she, through no fault of her own, lost a patient who had a very powerful family. Rather than risk reprisal she made her way west. She now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: She wants revenge against dire rats; and to unite with her sister

Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Job, Family, Enemies. Occupation: Farmer

Voice: Prounounces S like Z

Possessions: 2000 cp.

Description: A man with thick toned arms and a paunchy gut. He wears a violet shirt, with a brown mid length shorts with brown tights and flats, usually wearing a coat over them. His long blonde hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. His fierce blue eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: He likes to fabricate stories about his past exploits and how crazy he is, but in actuality he is rather bland. He loves teas. He is very sensitive about his face. To blow off anger he lifts weights and to control his otherwise explosive temper he works out a lot.

History: He was raised by priests from a young age. His spouse left him for another, whom he beat to an almost bloody pulp. He did not win them back, but he came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. Unlike his family, who was content to work in a sleepy main town, he wanted to work in the city. He has been working here for the past few years.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever; and he has a rivalry with the church that dominates his actions

Ideals: Athletic, Fighting. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Religious, Mentor. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: 3100 sp.

Description: She is scrawny and has patchy blonde stubble. She is wearing dark clothing and a heavy breastplate, keeping many of her physical features obscured. She has a hunchback. She is bald on top and has large blonde tufts of hair around her ears. She has several tiny opal earrings on each ear.

Personality: She dislikes all the random violence that takes place in the west. She is a thrill seeker, she laughs at people and throws down challenges. She is highly competitive and combative.

History: She was raised happily, as a normal child born to her father and mother. Her father taught her the rudiments of the Bounty Hunter arts, while her mother instructed her in etiquette, music and courtly manner. Her first spouse was a Spy, they had one daughter, but her spouse won total custody. Without her spouse to temper her she grew out of control. She spent several years traveling with her friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: She has money and likes to spend it.

Ideals: Pacifist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Bounty Hunter

Voice: Soft and melodious

Possessions: 50 gp.

Description: This woman wears a white vest with golden trim over her white shirt. Her yellow leather gloves and pants are well-kept, and her white boots flare out at the collars. She has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized topaz on her right hand. Her feathered hat is riddled with cuts and holes. Her eyes are brown and beady.

Personality: She considers herself the perfect lady. She makes a point to always show proper etiquette and frequently critiques the etiquette of others. She receives visions of the future at random moments

History: Sold as a small child to a brothel owner, Kansif was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. She eventually earned her freedom when her former master disappeared. She was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. Her spouse died of illness and she inherited everything. 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: Money/treasure; and she doesn't get along with people that don't share her tastes

Ideals: Impeccable, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Mentor. Occupation: Fisher

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: 80 gp.

Description: A pudgy woman standing about 2'10" has a big stupid grin on her face most of the time. She wears a red cloak and cross-gartered brown stockings. Her silver hair is cut short with large spiked bangs in the front. Her eyes are likewise green.

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 is frequently practicing swordplay.

History: She is a Hag in disguise. Paela abandoned her home at a very young age, living in the fields and plains. She survived everyday through hunting and stealing from passersby. She did whatever it took for her to survive. She has since married many spouses, only to have them die. She claims to not be responsible.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and she's looking for her big break

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Cynical. Bonds: Military, Adventurer, In love. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: 200 sp.

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. He is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. His long golden hair reaches down to his waist. He has hazel eyes.

Personality: He loves justice and goodness and right action. Anyone who does not fulfill this criteria perfectly will no doubt get a lecture from him. He is the most sanctimonious self-righteous Gnome in existence. He disdains his fellow northerners, claiming they make him look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when orcs swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. He took every job he could get his hands on, but the opportunities for Gnomes in the north were limited. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: Many orcs want him driven away; and revenge

Ideals: Justice. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Immigrant, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Bounty Hunter

Voice: American accent

Possessions: 130 gp.

Description: He appears as an extremely gaunt Tiefling, and stands approximately 6'3". He typically wears green cloth garments or leather armor, and his gloved hand is found clutching a flail. His white hair is knotted and matted. He has white eyes.

Personality: He is inclined to make off color jokes and interpret anything that could be construed as such as innuendo. He uses divination through singing.

History: Sold as a small child to a brothel owner, Zepar was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. 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 never given up on his poetry dream.

Motivation: Someone believes him a fraud; and several ex partners dislike his way of doing things and want revenge

Ideals: Joker, Gifted, Artistic. Bonds: Mentor, Enemies. Occupation: Cartwright

Voice: Soft and mumbly

Possessions: 360 gp.

Description: This younger middle-aged man is generally well dressed albeit a few years behind the times, and a wedding ring on his right hand. His hair is auburn and curly. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He is filled with cunning. He likes to feign weakness letting people think he is weak. He uses his nature as a weapon; he likes to lead opponents to think him in distress.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. He took every job he could get his hands on, but the opportunities for Gnomes in the north were limited. He guards a vault combo very seriously as well as the key needed to open it.

Motivation: He uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs.

Flaws: Secretive, Disease. Bonds: Attractive, In love, Immigrant. Occupation: Performer

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 1100 sp. 1 Half-Plate.

Description: This woman wears a suit in poor condition. It has not been laundered in sometime and has been worn in activities one would not normally wear a suit during. She has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized sapphire on her left hand. Her fur is cut close to her head. She has several tiny sapphire earrings on each ear.

Personality: Shivering is depressed about a lot of things. She tends to be a nihilist. She is obsessed with finding treasure.

History: Gifted from a young age, Shivering studied abroad. She worked as a nervous Fisher and found it very stressful. She has built up a small fortune and can afford her own way.

Motivation: She's looking for her big break.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Depressed. Bonds: Adventurer, Rich, Job. Occupation: Fisher

Voice: Jamaican accent

Possessions: Just what you see.