Description: This petite short woman is perpetually holding a sweet of some kind. She has a large grey mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into her brown robe, marred by sweets. Her auburn hair is cut short with large spiked bangs in the front. Her gray eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: She barks her statements quickly and with little fuss. She prefers small words and is at her heart utilitarian. She invites people to come help in her community garden.

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Hugolina was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. She eventually earned her freedom when her former master disappeared. She was an adventurer many years ago and she formed a blood bond with her Halfling companion (her 'brother'). When she grew older, she became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. She began work as a mercenary for hire. She would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: Obtaining odd cultural Halfling artifacts is her passion; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly, Terse. Bonds: Mentor, Adventurer. Occupation: Cartwright

Voice: Australian accent

Possessions: 110 gp. Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (200 gp).

Description: He wears well tailored suits and hats with beautiful decoration. He is almost always dressed for an outing in high society. He carries with him a set of greataxes, each one with a amber on the hilt. He only wears one on his belt and the other on his back. His hair is chestnut, silky, and of moderate length. His hazel eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. He also has developed a complete distrust of the Blacksmith profession.

History: He comes from a rich southern family. 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 has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it; and to fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever

Ideals: Fighting, Optimist. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Job. Occupation: Weaver

Voice: Low rumbling, strings words together

Possessions: 50 gp.

Description: This woman stands a little under 3'1" and is a bit bulky. She is very muscular particularly in the legs. She wears a faded coat and loose pants complete with Stetson hat. Her hair is greying and her face has many wrinkles. Her brown eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: She believes mankind has become decadent and spoiled by the march of civilization and an end should come to life as we know it. She plays an instrument quite well.

History: Born in a small village she learned the ways of the warrior from her mother. She was a friend to animals and a trickster. In her defense of animals however she would do severe harm to people. One night she noticed a nearby shooting star which she hiked out to see where it landed. It turned out to be an ancient artifact of some kind. She has done her darndest to repair it but it is currently non-functional.

Motivation: Her spouse's relatives view her with great suspicion; and doesn't want to be a mortician and was forced into it by her family

Ideals: Artistic, Fighting, Persistence. Bonds: Nature, Family. Occupation: Mortician

Voice: Voice breaks

Possessions: 140 gp. 1 Antitoxin.

Description: An imposing man with a heavy stainless steel prosthetic left leg, he wears a weathered and beat up set of banded mail beneath an oversized violet coat. He wears his blonde hair up in a very large beehive style do. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: Here is a man who knows he is the smartest in the room. He talks down to others constantly. Flattery will make him almost putty in your hands.

History: He was born at the edge of vast island. He dropped out of school before completing his studies. He has achieved small success as a Performer.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep.

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Insomniac, Selfish. Occupation: Performer

Voice: Boston accent

Possessions: 400 gp. 1 Masterwork Light wooden shield.

Description: Relatively heavier built than your average woman, she is not imposing. She tends to wear a heavy leather apron. Coupled with her rolled up shirt sleeves this gives her a very relaxed look. She has a very tight haircut. She is baby faced.

Personality: She runs her personal life as if detached from it. She organizes appointments and outings based on perceived benefits she will get from it. She does not trust anyone and sleeps with one eye open.

History: Unvera was born with her mother's beautiful face. Her family was being driven out of business by several neighboring competitors. The mother sought out extralegal help and others began closing their doors. She saw this and took pride in her mother's willingness to do anything to win. As of late she has set up a hidden staging nest where she ambushes people she hires for escort.

Motivation: She possesses a valuable artifact that the thieves guild wishes to steal; and someone believes her a fraud

Flaws: Selfish, Insomniac. Bonds: Attractive, Criminal record, Enemies. Occupation: Butcher

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: An older man who wears a fine chain shirt which he covers with black colored cloaks and clothing, he is not a threatening figure. His scarlet crest, when down, is lengthy. He has red eyes.

Personality: He is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as he rather likes the sound of his voice. His demeanor is somewhat feminine. He tends to be very friendly, and is drawn to music, the smells of food and wine, and out-door festivals.

History: Born in the west to a Painter, Mreksh learned a great deal about his mother's area of expertise. His homeland was ravaged by war and he spent much of his life rebuilding it. He ran away from his former home and has been making his living as a Painter for the past few years.

Motivation: He wants to meet his childhood hero; and expand his business

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: PTSD. Bonds: Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Uses lots of figures of speech

Possessions: 800 sp. Brown-green garnet (140 gp).

Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He wears bulky grey painted plate armor. His red hair and beard is wavy and long. His eyes are a pleasant gray.

Personality: He's a bit of a prankster. He knows he is clumsy and seen as such and will often feign amnesia after injury. He also is a firm believer in the manly ideal.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. He worked as a nervous Painter and found it very stressful. He became a Painter soon after.

Motivation: Expand his business.

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Immigrant, Poor, Job. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Soft and mumbly

Possessions: 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.

Description: Relatively heavier built than your average man, he is not imposing. He wears a brown coat over a tan low-cut shirt, and a feathered hat upon his head. His tied-back hair is auburn. He has gleaming, smiling brown eyes.

Personality: Patrick hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate him. It was this clingy personality that held back his music career. He believes the world needs to unite to get rid of dire rats once and for all.

History: Born in the north to a Junk Dealer, Patrick learned a great deal about his father's area of expertise. He moved from fad to fad and when he turned 15 he discovered music. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of his brother; and someone believes him a fraud

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Enemies, Job, Family. Occupation: Junk Dealer

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: 290 gp. 1 Chain shirt.

Description: This slender man stands about 6'1". He dresses in collared shirts and wears a proper scarf over his head. His auburn hair is greasy and uncared for. His gray eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: He will rave to anyone who will listen. He will pursue extreme courses of action in the short term, confident that they cannot fail.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. 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 was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He will attempt to ambush and attack anyone he thinks he can take on alone and try to knock them out with non-lethal damage. If successful, he will try to sell them to his slave-trader contact; and he is not mentally stable, and does not behave rationally

Flaws: Ugly, Insane, Impulsive, Disease. Bonds: Mentor. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Farmer accent

Possessions: Just what you see.