Description: This man usually wears his black robe and has his rapier always slung over his shoulder, and sports empty pouches on his belt. His hair, while still mostly dark red, has prominent grey streaks. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: Aggressive, abrasive, and angry, Merihim embodies much of what other species detest in the Tieflings. 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 in the west, but his parents moved at a very young age to the south. A few years later when the south was not economically sound they moved to his current location. Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and he feels the way he acts is they only way to get by in the world

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Immigrant, Adventurer. Occupation: Tanner

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: 5'1" and muscular, this eastern woman is typically in her Cartwright uniform. Her chestnut hair is greasy and uncared for. She has a dull look in her amber eyes.

Personality: She tends to agree with only herself unless someone else's opinion sounds like she can profit from it. She tries to control her temper but she can't always stop herself from what she feels what must be done. Gaaki is a bit of a follower. Usually she is manipulated by her brothers into helping them out, but recently she has become more of a free agent.

History: She was a bastard born out of an affair, and her mother always resented and mistreated her for it out of spite. Her parents divorced when she was young, and her mother gained full cudstody. She was regularly beaten by her mother, who blamed her for driving them apart. She inherited the family business which she has now maintained for 9 years.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of her brother; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Job, Family. Occupation: Cartwright

Voice: Nasally tone

Possessions: 140 gp.

Description: This exceptionally lanky man wears clothing that is held on in multiple layers but all of it is in poor condition. His brown hair is drawn into a tight pony tail with a butterfly scrunchie. His skin is flawless and his violet eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: He acts crazy and hedonistic. He also has developed a complete distrust of the Spice Merchant profession.

History: Born in a small village he learned the ways of the warrior from his mother. 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. 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. Galinndan fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: Expand his business; and he'd like to take his coworkers down a peg

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Poor, Attractive, Job. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Creaky witch voice

Possessions: 300 gp. Onyx (30 gp). Golden pearl (140 gp).

Description: A 6'1" western woman, she is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. Her bronze crest is matted, messy, and big. Judging by the bloodshot nature of her eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine she has not slept for days.

Personality: Jheri speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. She is clearly well-traveled and educated. Around other people she will do her best to conceal her emotions and appear jolly.

History: Jheri hails from a village terrorized by illithids. Her father was very strict, and drilled into her lessons on being the perfect lady. 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 a deep hatred of illithids

Ideals: Fighting, Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly, Insomniac, Shy. Bonds: Enemies. Occupation: Farmer

Voice: Switch between two voices

Possessions: 200 sp. 1 Banded mail.

Description: Relatively heavier built than your average man, he is not imposing. He wears a faded coat and loose pants complete with feathered hat. His silver hair is well kept and his bushy mustache is tapered upwards at the ends. His eyes are likewise green. His teeth are yellowed and unaligned.

Personality: He likes to make people angry or surprised. His home and work are filled with various knick knacks he has acquired through the years. He cares a great deal for his adopted teenage daughter.

History: He was born in the west. Darrow 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. Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: Doesn't want to be a Butcher and was forced into it by his family.

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Family, Immigrant, Adventurer. Occupation: Butcher

Voice: Can't modulate volume

Possessions: 130 gp.

Description: She is a husky woman, who is renowned for her bright pastel dresses and hats. Her fur is red and curly. She is baby faced.

Personality: A deeply religious woman she believes everything happens for a reason. She also hits on women, regardless of circumstances.

History: She was a bastard born out of an affair, and her father always resented and mistreated her for it out of spite. Being born in the north, 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 north 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. When her spouse passed she lost her only source of income but claims to her sons to still be retired.

Motivation: To unite with her brother; and she wants to meet her childhood hero

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Religious, Has a crush, Family, Adventurer. Occupation: Performer

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: 60 gp. Carnelian (80 gp).

Description: This man stands a little under 6'4" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He wears very tight pants and wife beaters, though occasionally he sports a black coat. His chestnut hair and beard is wavy and long. His eyes are likewise blue.

Personality: Sark hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate him. It was this clingy personality that held back his dancing career. He is obsessed with his god.

History: He was born in the west, but his parents moved at a very young age to the south. Sark 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 spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him; and he wants to meet his childhood hero

Ideals: Artistic, Impeccable. Bonds: Religious, Immigrant, Adventurer. Occupation: Mayor

Voice: Loud with bravado

Possessions: 1600 sp.

Description: This fat eastern woman has a bulbous nose and wears clothing that is held on in multiple layers but all of it is in poor condition. Her skin is also unnaturally pale. She has shaved her head bald. Her face is scarred and worn.

Personality: Abrasive and pushy, she has a hard time making friends. Any perceived weakness will be pressed and exploited. She is seen as merciless and passionate.

History: She was born at the edge of vast island. When money was particularly tight she was walking through alleys when she overheard a Slave Trader hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. She made her way to the other competitor and parlayed her knowledge into a job. She bought a sickle and has really upped her game hunting, due to her understanding of decoy and ambush.

Motivation: She's repulsed by the PC.

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Poor, Criminal record, Nature. Occupation: Slave Trader

Voice: Sighs a lot, exhausted

Possessions: 6000 cp.

Description: She is a physically imposing light-skinned woman. She wears a weathered and beat up set of banded mail beneath an oversized grey coat. Her auburn hair is matted, messy, and big. She is baby faced.

Personality: She is a very happy person and has lots of energy. To put it simply, she's a very lovable idiot. She moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep her interest for a month it is impressive.

History: She was born in the east. She took every job she could get her hands on, but the opportunities for Humans in the east were limited. She left for the east, certain she would find work there.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved; and she's looking for her big break

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly, Hedonist. Bonds: Immigrant. Occupation: Interpreter

Voice: Shortens vowels

Possessions: 140 gp.