Description: A middle-aged woman, she wears an old set of leather armor, nicked and torn by the ravages of time and battle, and is pretty ugly. Her brass crest is thinning but still full. Her gold eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: She has schizophrenia that causes her to hear things that aren't there and will sometimes respond to them. She has a habit of throwing herself into exceedingly dangerous situations.

History: Her psionic talent manifested at a young age. Aiming to upstage a rival house, her parents had her trained. After coming to the age of reason, Zykroff took it upon herself to study the psionic arts in their entirety; because of this, she was labeled a dark omen and banished from her homeland. She was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: To prove her worth to the world; and to share knowledge with the world

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Disease, Impulsive. Occupation: Shipwright

Voice: Whispers

Possessions: 50 gp.

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he wears many layers of old clothing at all times. His crest is short and blue. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: Always inclined to offer people food he seems plenty friendly. He is however greedy and will demand payment and proof of collateral's value and will produce a merchant's scale to make sure he is not cheated out of a speck.

History: He was born at the edge of vast island. Over the years he perfected his riding and shooting skills. He bought a quarterstaff and has really upped his game hunting, due to his understanding of decoy and ambush.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever; and he is currently in port desperately looking for someone to get him out

Ideals: Philantrophist, Entrepeneur, Fighting. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Nature. Occupation: Interpreter

Voice: Pirate accent

Possessions: 5000 cp.

Description: She is a physically imposing dark-skinned woman. She wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. She sports auburn long hair. Her otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: She is a Roofer first and foremost. She believes firmly that knowledge should be universal. She is obsessed with her god.

History: She was born into a rich family. Her mother disappeared, and while she tried to raise money to find her mother, she was betrayed dozens of times. She has built up a small fortune and can afford her own way.

Motivation: To be a Merchant again; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Bonds: Job, Religious, Rich, Family. Occupation: Roofer

Voice: Deep voice with rolling R's

Possessions: 100 gp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: A pudgy man standing about 4'5" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He tends to wear a brown poncho over his likewise colored trousers and shirt. His head has been shaved. His eyes are a pleasant amber.

Personality: He hates Dwarves with a passion. As such he is filled with self loathing. As he has aged he has sought to do reparations for his actions as a youth. He is also making sure that his compatriots who never received punishment for their crimes are brought to justice.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. He moved out south to avoid the crime he committed. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: A rival would like him out of the picture; and he feels that his past leaves him morally obligated to help

Ideals: Justice. Flaws: Ugly, Racist. Bonds: Criminal record, Mentor. Occupation: Butcher

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 90 gp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: This fat western woman has a bulbous nose and wears a yellow shirt, with a tan mid length skirt with tan tights and flats, usually wearing a coat over them. Her skin is also unnaturally pale. She has slicked back brown hair. Her eyes are violet and catlike.

Personality: She is a very philanthropic person; she spends her free time working at various soup kitchens. She has the money to obtain near anything and knows that if you pay a woman enough she will sell her own mother. Money is her most trusted friend.

History: Raised by wardens she was only a novice when giants swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. A gypsy cursed her at a young age, leading to her ugly appearance. She has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to giants demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: Her name or reputation has been wronged in the past by giants, and she desires to right it.

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Stylist

Voice: Stutters

Possessions: 110 gp.

Description: This younger middle-aged man wears a fancy pastel suit, and a wedding ring on his right hand. His black fur is thinning but still full. He has yellow eyes.

Personality: He is quite rude, and likes to deride his opponents skill and shout insults at them. He does not regard money as being a problem because it has never been a problem for him. He lives in a bit of an ivory tower believing all problems are one quick intervention away from being solved.

History: Five was born in the west. At a young age he loved to build and create. He was an apprentice working in his mother's forge. He has drifted from career to career and currently works as a Server.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and money/treasure

Ideals: Persistence. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, In love, Rich, Job. Occupation: Server

Voice: Draws out vowels

Possessions: 90 gp.

Description: A man with thick toned arms and a paunchy gut. He wears a faded coat and loose pants complete with wide-brimmed hat. His hair is black and curly. He has gleaming, smiling hazel eyes.

Personality: Eiravel is depressed about a lot of things. He tends to be a nihilist. He takes great pride in his work and is very well organized. His planner is full of calendar events.

History: His martial talent manifested at a young age. Aiming to upstage a rival house, his parents had him trained. He was taken from his home at a very young age. He has drifted from career to career and currently works as a Stylist.

Motivation: He is currently in port desperately looking for someone to get him out; and sabotage a competitor

Ideals: Athletic, Gifted. Flaws: Depressed. Bonds: Job, Slave. Occupation: Stylist

Voice: Speaks with back of mouth

Possessions: 100 gp. Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (400 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (400 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (400 gp).

Description: She wears an old set of leather armor, nicked and torn by the ravages of time and battle. Her skin is fair and her fingers are delicate and long. Her long blonde hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. She has a dull look in her brown eyes.

Personality: A skeptical and narcissistic woman, Ilga's first love is herself. Her second love is also herself. She is a big fan of imagination and believes people should spend more time reading and writing.

History: Ilga was born into a poor family. Growing up, she dreamt of becoming a Sorcerer, to bring honor to her family’s name. When she came of age, she applied for a position with her town's local guard, looking to work her way up via merit and eventually become a Sorcerer in service of a powerful lord somewhere. She found a children's book about a Half-Orc 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. She is searching for what she claims is her rightful reward.

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

Ideals: Impeccable, Logical. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Fletcher

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 20 pp. Red spinel (70 gp).

Description: He is a small man, but exceptionally fit. He wears tight fitting clothing which further accentuates his frame. His moppish brown hair is in a traditional bowl cut. His violet eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: He is filled with cunning. He likes to feign weakness letting people think he is weak. He plays an instrument quite well.

History: He was born in the west, but his parents moved at a very young age to the east. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Healer work with an outfit from a few towns over. Healer work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He tends to his Healer job now, and dutifully fulfills any obligations he has.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often; and he is unsatisfied with his job

Ideals: Athletic, Artistic. Flaws: Secretive. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Job. Occupation: Healer

Voice: Adds syll-ab-les for em-pha-sis

Possessions: Just what you see.