Description: Wearing a closed helm and plate, one would not know what she was had she not made sure her armor was more form fitting than normal. Outside of the suit she wears a brown shirt with thin grey vertical stripes and tan pants. Her hair is golden and very short. Her green eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: She has two modes she varies between. On the job she is cold, steely and emotionless. Off the job she is a party animal. She disdains her fellow westerners, claiming they make her look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: She was raised in a white middle class family as the only child. Her mother was a mechanic, and taught her how to fix just about anything. She has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: She is content.

Ideals: Persistence. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Job, Immigrant. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 80 gp. 1 Buckler.

Description: This younger middle-aged man is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down, and a wedding ring on his right hand. His silver hair is unkempt and raggedy. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are violet.

Personality: He hates gnolls. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. 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 born to loving parents in a slum to the north. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Stableman hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. Recently a tribe of gnolls attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Bertram fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever; and several ex partners dislike his way of doing things and want revenge

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: In love, Poor, Enemies. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: 70 gp. 1 Alchemist’s fire.

Description: An imposing woman with a heavy stainless steel prosthetic right leg, she is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright black and brown, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. Her crest, while still mostly copper, has prominent grey streaks. She wears an eyepatch.

Personality: Friendly and accommodating she would invite many more into her home than her spouse would be comfortable with if they did not express concern about it. She pushes her goals aggressively. She is also a coward if confronted.

History: She was born in the south, but her parents moved at a very young age to the west. She took every job she could get her hands on, but the opportunities for Dragonborns in the south were limited. 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 wracked by social anxiety; and money/treasure

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly, Fearful. Bonds: Rich, Immigrant. Occupation: Sailor

Voice: Shortens vowels

Possessions: 2000 cp. Banded agate (11 gp).

Description: A hulking man with gigantic muscles, he is well dressed, constantly wearing a black suit, white shirt, and grey tie. His long chestnut hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. His black eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: He is a jovial happy person, but he is convinced people are living their lives too quickly. As long as the job gets done he does not care how it got done.

History: Trained by his father for as long as he can remember he had it drilled in his head that it was his duty to serve his country. He helped his father out around the business and became quite the natural. He has gone from town to town till he finds a spot where he can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and he is terrified, and will act out of fear

Ideals: Optimist, Professionalism. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Military, Job. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Middle-eastern accent

Possessions: 100 gp. 1 Banded mail.

Description: A man with a warm, jovial air about him, he is typically in his Shoemaker uniform. His brass crest is slicked back into a classic pompadour. His gold eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: He considers himself a man of culture and sophistication. He likes a good challenge to his wits. He is a bit of a macho man and will challenge people to random contests of strength and skill, and invite them to random hunting and fishing trip.

History: He was a bastard born out of an affair, and his father always resented and mistreated him for it out of spite. Sethrekar liked to wander the woods near his home when he was young, something he still likes to do at least once a week. He never liked modest clothing or shoes, so he would wander the woods barefoot and lightly dressed, and he developed a good sense of balance and learned how to climb and swim well. He has worked as a Shoemaker like his father before him.

Motivation: He is unsatisfied with his job; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Impeccable, Fighting. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Job, Nature. Occupation: Shoemaker

Voice: Complex vocabulary, royal

Possessions: 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.

Description: His skin is bronze and flawless. He is well dressed, constantly wearing a violet suit, black shirt, and grey tie. He is an epitome of beauty. His white hair is styled in orderly dreadlocks. His half smiles and hazel eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: He believes mankind has become decadent and spoiled by the march of civilization and an end should come to life as we know it. He is lazy and tries to find solutions quickly.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when giants swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. Over the years he perfected his riding and shooting skills. He bought a dagger and has really upped his game hunting, due to his understanding of decoy and ambush.

Motivation: Several ex partners dislike his way of doing things and want revenge; and he is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs

Flaws: Lazy. Bonds: Attractive, Nature, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Detective

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: 2000 cp. Malachite (13 gp). 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: A man with a cold, calculating air about him, he wears a faded coat and loose pants complete with wide-brimmed hat. He keeps his black hair in a pixie cut. His gray eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: He is erratic and paranoid. He believes drow are coming to abduct people. He is lazy and tries to find solutions quickly.

History: His father raised him in a mountain cabin. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Dilettante work with an outfit from a few towns over. Dilettante work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. Days after completing his studies, news broke out that his hometown was attacked by drow. Malmûg was horrified and prayed that his father was alright. However, he heard that his father had died fighting off the drow.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and he is unsatisfied with his job

Flaws: Lazy. Bonds: Enemies, Nature, Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Booming voice

Possessions: 300 sp.

Description: This man wears tight fitting clothing which further accentuates his frame, and sports empty pouches on his belt. With bright chestnut hair and a scraggly beard. His violet eyes peer out from beneath his top yellow hat.

Personality: He is irritable and easily angered. He is a bit of a bully and is not afraid to use his stature and powers to intimidate and hurt. He is an amazing painter.

History: He was a bastard born out of an affair, and his mother always resented and mistreated him for it out of spite. His first spouse was a Stableman, they had one son, but his spouse won total custody. Without his spouse to temper him he grew out of control. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: To settle down with his crush; and balancing his hectic life and new sage responsibilities is difficult

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Family, Job, Has a crush. Occupation: Sage

Voice: Thin and wheezing

Possessions: 600 sp. 1 Breastplate.

Description: She is armored in gleaming platemail with gilded edges. A flowing red cape and mantle trimmed with soft black waves gently in the breeze. She is portly but not overly obese. She wears a colorful flower in her red hair. Her voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: She fancies herself a trickster and likes to rely on her wits to carry the day. She cares for her older siblings and likes to be recognized by them. She always tries to repair and not replace. It was this mentality that drove her into the Blacksmith business.

History: She was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. Her mother had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted her to inherit them. She has since lost track of the people in her past.

Motivation: Money/treasure.

Ideals: Persistence. Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Family. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: High pitched and raspy

Possessions: Silver pearl (50 gp).