Description: He wears a weathered and beat up set of banded mail beneath an oversized pastel coat, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 5'5" when asserting himself. He wears his cinnamon fur up. His voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: He hates Tabaxis with a passion. As such he is filled with self loathing. He disdains his fellow southerners, claiming they make him look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: His history is one of pain. He was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves his parents kept. As a young adult he joined a group advocating for an improvement in Tabaxi conditions. He left for the south, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: He is currently in port desperately looking for someone to get him out; and he is not mentally stable, and does not behave rationally

Flaws: Insane, Racist. Bonds: Immigrant, Slave. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Pronounces 'its' and 'is' like 'eats' and 'ease'

Possessions: 170 gp. Solid gold idol (600 gp).

Description: She has a missing left arm. 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 red fur is knotted and matted. Her eyes are likewise copper.

Personality: She is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help her friends. She considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. She tends to be very friendly, and is drawn to music, the smells of food and wine, and out-door festivals.

History: Ethereal was born the youngest of three triplets. She was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. Her spouse died of illness and she inherited everything. She has since lost track of the people in her past.

Motivation: To unite with her brother; and she would like to get married and retire

Ideals: Optimist. Bonds: Family, Rich, Has a crush. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 40 pp. Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp).

Description: This woman is very fat, and does not wear sleeves and tends to eschew shirts when she can avoid it. She has no hair. Her voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: Aggressive, abrasive, and angry, Alain embodies much of what other species detest in the Halflings. She is accommodating to her spouse and as such limits her hospitality. She is brave and levelheaded in the face of danger and has proven herself a capable leader.

History: Her arcane talent manifested at a young age. Aiming to upstage a rival house, her parents had her trained. Ostracized due to the arcane powers of her oldest sister, she and her siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Halflings became a terror of the countryside. She was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: She is not mentally stable, and does not behave rationally; and wishes to resurrect an old love

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Insane, Antagonistic. Bonds: In love. Occupation: Sailor

Voice: Sleepy voice

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: 6'1" and muscular, this western woman wears a faded coat and loose pants complete with small hat. Her white crest is thinning but still full. She has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. She wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: She considers herself the perfect lady. She makes a point to always show proper etiquette and frequently critiques the etiquette of others. She has zero loyalty and will suck up to whomever is within range, in the hopes of being moved to a better position.

History: She was born at the edge of vast plains. She always admired necromantic-users and wanted to develop the talent, but never had the affinity for it. Recently a tribe of illithids attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Ruloth fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: She is terrified, and will act out of fear; and she doesn't get along with people that don't share her tastes

Ideals: Athletic, Impeccable, Gifted. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Nature. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Uses sign language

Possessions: Red-brown spinel (120 gp).

Description: He has a missing left arm. He wears a fine chain shirt which he covers with brown colored cloaks and clothing. He keeps his long red hair kept up in a rat tail. His eyes are a pleasant blue.

Personality: Deceptive and manipulative this northern guy figured out how to best use his charms to convince people to do what he wants. He is cautious and jumpy. He reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

History: He was born into a rich family. His mother was a soldier and died while he was still young. Duergath was left his mother's suit of armor and trained in its use and care. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: Money/treasure.

Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Military. Occupation: Bowyer

Voice: Stutters

Possessions: 310 gp. Jade (160 gp).

Description: Runty and weak-looking, he wears an entirely green suit with brown socks and a vest with buckled shoes. He wears a small hat to cover his moderate length brass crest. He has a dull look in his gold eyes.

Personality: He is quite gentle and does not know the full extent of his strength. He works very hard to maintain that gentleness. Despite his manner, he is extremely passionate and proud of his job, and he prides himself in being thorough and never missing a detail.

History: A powerful brothel owner made him what he is. When he came of age, he joined a caravan that would eventually take him to the capital. He would practice along the way and, when he arrived, be apprenticed to a Bookbinder. He has achieved small success as a Bookbinder.

Motivation: To be a Mayor again; and expand his business

Ideals: Disciplined. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Job, Mentor. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: 90 gp.

Description: He stands about 5'3" and is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright blue and black, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. His right leg appears badly burned and disfigured. His long golden hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: He is extraordinarily passive and rarely speaks, let alone speaks his mind. He also is a firm believer in the manly ideal.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when drow swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. In his 14th year, his parents were killed by a drow raid, leaving Riardon alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, he was adopted. He knows his nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but him.

Motivation: Money/treasure.

Flaws: Shy, Impulsive. Bonds: Rich, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Weaver

Voice: Slow speaker

Possessions: 300 sp.

Description: She is an exceptionally muscular looking western young adult. She is dressed in earthy colors with a black and green handkerchief worn on her left side. Beneath her clothing is a huge mess of scar tissue. Her brown hair is greasy and uncared for. Her silver eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. She has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: Gadreel is a sociable creature first and foremost. She loves to listen to people at length before talking their ear off. She can carry on conversation for hours and will do so. She invented a lineage for herself and claims to be descended from several legendary heroes.

History: She was born in the west. She made a point of taking high paying jobs and getting most of it up front. She has became unsatisfied with her lot in life, and decided to take up adventuring.

Motivation: She wants to meet her childhood hero.

Ideals: Extrovert. Flaws: Ugly, Addict. Bonds: Slave, Adventurer, Immigrant. Occupation: Dyer

Voice: Farmer accent

Possessions: 16000 cp.

Description: His right side is far more bruised and cut up than his other. He likes to wear ponchos typically of a light violet in addition to tight pants. His black hair is well kept and his bushy mustache is tapered upwards at the ends. He has gleaming, smiling blue eyes.

Personality: He is a pretentious jerk insisting that modern society is full of problems and should revert to a simpler time. He spends most of his days drinking in the Inn, the rowdiest and most dangerous establishment in town. There he gambles, wrestles and listens to stories told by travelers.

History: The child of a Cartwright, who enjoyed hunting, Theodoric was taken on many hunting expeditions. There was a wharf not far from home where he often wandered off to fish. He now travels the world, in search of power and loot.

Motivation: He's looking for his big break.

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Adventurer, Nature. Occupation: Bellfounder

Voice: French accent

Possessions: 270 gp. 2 Antitoxin.