Description: This woman is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. She wears brown painted combat armor at almost all times. Her chestnut hair, when down, is lengthy. She has violet eyes.

Personality: She is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as she rather likes the sound of her voice. Her demeanor is somewhat feminine. She feeds upon the attention of others.

History: She was born into a rich family. She was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. Her spouse died of illness and she inherited everything. 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: Money/treasure; and she is greedy

Ideals: Optimist. Bonds: Immigrant, Attractive, Rich. Occupation: Roofer

Voice: Scratchy, weak

Possessions: 50 gp. Golden pearl (150 gp).

Description: She is a physically imposing dark-skinned woman. She typically wears a sleeveless long coat of deep tan leather and dull black iron scale mail. She sports a flattop hair cut. She wears a mask on her face.

Personality: She is overprotective of those who hire her services. To her fellows she is seen as friendly and intelligent, but is angry and unforgiving to the so called fatcats and any who do and have associated with them.

History: She was a bastard born out of an affair, and her father always resented and mistreated her for it out of spite. She worked as a nervous Navigator and found it very stressful. She eventually got the idea of being the protector of her homeland from reading books, and has made it her duty.

Motivation: Someone believes her a fraud.

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Guardian, Enemies, Job. Occupation: Navigator

Voice: Hollow voice

Possessions: 600 sp. An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (130 gp).

Description: She prefers to wear green pants and tee shirts, but does not cut a very imposing figure. She walks with a slouch but will stand straight to her full 6'7" when asserting herself. Her crest is white, silky, and of moderate length. Her gold eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: This woman loves singing and to teach people singing more than just about anything. She is a logical person and will generally grow upset if things defy logic and science.

History: She was born into a rich family. Being born in the south, she completed her medical training abroad so as to avoid the war. She returned after the war having achieved medical proficiency. She was a general practitioner in the south for years, until she, through no fault of her own, lost a patient who had a very powerful family. Rather than risk reprisal she made her way west. 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: To reunite with her absent father; and find a way to reverse the transformation of her brother

Ideals: Artistic, Logical. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Family. Occupation: Miller

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: 400 gp. 1 Banded mail. 1 Half-Plate.

Description: A moderately attractive woman, she wears violet leather gloves, a violet jacket, and tight pants. She has slicked back auburn hair. She has gleaming, smiling amber eyes.

Personality: A skeptical and narcissistic woman, Ridaro's first love is herself. Her second love is also herself. She is skeptical of what others tell her and is slow to trust.

History: Born to a poor family in the city she treasured whatever gifts she got. Ridaro was born on a far southern mountains where she grew up under the tutelage of her father, an expert Stylist. She remains aloof and afraid to be herself due to all the ideals others have placed upon her.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for her; and she feels the way she acts is they only way to get by in the world

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Poor, Immigrant. Occupation: Stylist

Voice: Timid voice

Possessions: 1100 sp.

Description: He is a physically imposing dark-skinned man. He is dressed in earthy colors with a blue and violet handkerchief worn on his left side. He has moderate length blonde hair. He has several tiny amber earrings on each ear.

Personality: He tends to agree with only himself unless someone else's opinion sounds like he can profit from it. He tries to control his temper but he can't always stop himself from what he feels what must be done. He disdains his fellow northerners, claiming they make him look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: Namfoodle was born the youngest of three triplets. He was an apprentice working in his father's forge. He left for the north, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: A deep hatred of giants; and regain custody of his son

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Immigrant, Family, Job, Enemies. Occupation: Knight

Voice: Low rumbling, strings words together

Possessions: 4000 cp.

Description: She is a pot bellied eastern woman with a big hulking figure and broad shoulders. She tends to wear a heavy leather apron. Coupled with her rolled up shirt sleeves this gives her a very relaxed look. Her fur, while still mostly red, has prominent grey streaks. She has a tattooed face.

Personality: She dislikes all the random violence that takes place in the east. She is afraid of women and trembles around them

History: Sold as a small child to a slaver, Emerald was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. She eventually earned her freedom when her former master disappeared. She was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. She never won. She has dedicated herself to building a better village for her children.

Motivation: Meet up once more with her childhood friend; and she loathes her own lifestyle

Ideals: Athletic, Pacifist. Flaws: Shy, Depressed. Bonds: Mentor, Adventurer. Occupation: Mayor

Voice: Australian accent

Possessions: 90 gp.

Description: This man stands a little under 4'2" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He wears a grey coat over a black low-cut shirt, and a top hat upon his head. He has moderate length white hair. His amber eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: He will rave to anyone who will listen. He cannot deal with unfamiliar people for more than a few minutes at a time and if they persist he will grow angry at them.

History: He was born at the edge of vast desert. As a young adult he joined a group advocating for an improvement in Dwarven conditions. After a long history of fighting, Kilvar and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: Half-Orc compassion; and he'd like to take his coworkers down a peg

Flaws: Insane, Antagonistic, Racist. Bonds: Nature, Job. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Stutters

Possessions: 100 gp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: A man of a pale complexion, he wears tight fighting clothing, which leaves very little to the imagination. His wide-brimmed hat is riddled with cuts and holes. His face is scarred and worn.

Personality: This man loves writing and to teach people writing more than just about anything. He will often invite strangers home for dinner and talk their ears off. He cares deeply for his spouse and does his best to make sure his guests look presentable.

History: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. His spouse left him for another, whom he beat to an almost bloody pulp. He did not win them back, but he came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Wishes to resurrect an old love.

Ideals: Fighting, Artistic, Optimist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: In love. Occupation: Masseuse

Voice: Thin and wheezing

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: She is scrawny and has patchy chestnut stubble. She wears many layers of old clothing at all times. She has a hunchback. Her chestnut hair is knotted and matted. She has amber eyes and a brown hat with a white feather.

Personality: She is a very philanthropic person; she spends her free time working at various soup kitchens. She constantly seizes attention wherever she goes and has come to expect this respect from everyone. She likes to think of herself as merciful, but nonetheless is very strict.

History: She was raised by priests from a young age. She went to a religious school and was inspired by the priests there in charitable deeds. She used her abilities to travel the world and help people.

Motivation: She has a rivalry with the Church that dominates her actions.

Ideals: Philantrophist, Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Religious, Mentor. Occupation: Laborer

Voice: growls and snarls, animalistic

Possessions: 3000 cp. Black pearl (200 gp).