Description: An older woman who is dressed in earthy colors with a black and grey handkerchief worn on her left side, she is not a threatening figure. She keeps her chestnut hair in a pixie cut. She has black eyes.

Personality: She is cool and collected. She likes to make quips and puns whenever she does anything. She also makes a point to compliment her superiors and flatter them. The war was a terrible time for her, and Astaro does not often speak of it. When she does, she does so with a strained expression and tears in her eyes.

History: Born in the south to a Banker, Astaro learned a great deal about her father's area of expertise. When she came of age, she joined a caravan that would eventually take her to the capital. She would practice along the way and, when she arrived, be apprenticed to a Banker. She became a Banker soon after.

Motivation: She seems to be bored by most things; and she loathes her own lifestyle

Ideals: Disciplined. Flaws: Depressed, Mundane. Bonds: Military, Job. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Whispers

Possessions: 290 gp.

Description: The woman speaks with an almost imperceptible accent. She seems to always be the slightest bit damp as if she got out from a pool a few moments ago. She is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright white and black, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. Her hair is greying and her face has many wrinkles. She has a dull look in her brown eyes.

Personality: She considers herself a woman of culture and sophistication. She likes a good challenge to her wits. She does not mind isolation but does not hate company and attempts to receive them as best as possible.

History: From birth she was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. She graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. She advanced relatively quickly due to her good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. She moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: She is greedy; and she has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Impeccable, Extrovert. Bonds: Rich, Immigrant, Mentor, Military. Occupation: Sage

Voice: Hard of hearing, loud

Possessions: 120 gp.

Description: A moderately attractive woman, she wears a robe, a symbol of death around her neck, and a kukri on her belt. Her black hair is well kept. She has a tattooed face.

Personality: Cocky and sure of herself, she believes she is the best Animal Trainer born in the past three hundred years. She has a small toy that she constantly fidgets with.

History: She got into the Animal Trainer business at a young age. She was one of the best in her class, and was picked up by her current employer. She quickly showed her capability and was soon promoted to a head role. She has achieved small success as a Animal Trainer.

Motivation: A deep hatred of illithids; and several ex partners dislike her way of doing things and want revenge

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Enemies. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Pirate accent

Possessions: 330 gp.

Description: She is a physically imposing dark-skinned woman. She is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers her face most of the time. Her golden hair has been sun bleached extensively. This gray eyed westerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: She is quiet and unassuming. She ignores others and carries on with her job unassumingly. She is a font of random trivia from the lore and stories she has discovered

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Ermina grew up listening to her father's many stories. She was an apprentice working in her father's forge. She was granted divine powers by her dying brother.

Motivation: She is unsatisfied with her job; and she has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Logical, Gifted. Bonds: Job, Adventurer, Rich. Occupation: Glassblower

Voice: Pirate accent

Possessions: 40 gp. Golden yellow topaz (300 gp). 1 Masterwork studded leather.

Description: A 5'1" southern man, he dresses well, wearing green shirts, loose pants, and blazers most of the time. His hair is brown and very short. His eyes are red and he is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: He is overprotective of those who hire his services. He has the money to obtain near anything and knows that if you pay a man enough he will sell his own mother. Money is his most trusted friend.

History: Raam lived on a farm with his mother, near the main road leading to a nearby town. He helped his mother out around the business and became quite the natural. He has drifted from career to career and currently works as a Ruler.

Motivation: His relatives are trying to arrange a marriage.

Bonds: Attractive, Guardian, Rich, Family, Job. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: Forgets to breathe while speaking

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: He is a husky man, who tends to wear a large tan jacket. His hair is blonde, silky, and of moderate length. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: Always inclined to offer people food he seems plenty friendly. He has a minor phobia of water and hates getting wet.

History: He was born to loving parents in a slum to the west. Himo abandoned his home at a very young age, living in the fields and plains. He survived everyday through hunting and stealing from passersby. He did whatever it took for him to survive. He is searching for what he claims is his rightful reward.

Motivation: A rival would like him out of the picture; and he possesses a valuable artifact that the thieves guild wishes to steal

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Poor, Adventurer, Criminal record. Occupation: Priest

Voice: Dutch accent

Possessions: 200 gp. Solid gold idol (400 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (70 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (400 gp).

Description: She is a husky woman, who dresses well, typically a more casual-formal manner. Her beige fur is braided into rings. Her skin is flawless and her green eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: She likes to be helpful to her clients. She likes to prescribe proper advice to her clients. She also has developed a complete distrust of the Navigator profession.

History: Born to a Navigator, her mother struggled to pay the bills. Her homeland was ravaged by war and she spent much of her life rebuilding it. She's also a talented Navigator, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: She loathes her own lifestyle; and she feels kind of lost in life

Flaws: PTSD, Depressed. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Poor. Occupation: Crown-heir

Voice: Australian accent

Possessions: Coral (150 gp).

Description: A moderately attractive man, he wears well tailored suits and hats with beautiful decoration. He is almost always dressed for an outing in high society. His hair is silver and very short. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He exudes charisma. He is a tour de force of persuasion. His temper goes off on the smallest of things. He tends to lash out at those around him.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when dire rats swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. He inherited a moderately successful company from his father. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. He leaves a trail of broken hearts and full pockets wherever he goes.

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

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Doctor

Voice: Spits words with contempt

Possessions: 70 gp.

Description: He is generally well dressed albeit a few years behind the times. His long golden hair reaches down to his waist. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. He is always in debt, since he spends his money on lavish parties and gifts for friends

History: He grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. 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 get a good night's sleep.

Flaws: Insomniac, Shy, Impulsive, Mundane. Bonds: Attractive. Occupation: Roofer

Voice: Aggressive tone

Possessions: 70 gp.