Description: This malnourished woman wears silk and lounges about seductively. Her hair is blonde and curly. She wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into her face.

Personality: She is witty, but her monotone delivery comes off as unnerving She is a logical person and will generally grow upset if things defy logic and science.

History: She was a bastard born out of an affair, and her father always resented and mistreated her for it out of spite. Through the years after Helen was born, her father became increasingly distant from her family, instead choosing to pursue power in the east. Helen's father didn't care for her much, and the feeling was mutual. She routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: She's repulsed by the PC.

Ideals: Joker, Logical. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Poor. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Speaks with lower jaw sticking out

Possessions: 200 sp.

Description: She wears a fine chain shirt which she covers with blue colored cloaks and clothing, but does not cut a very imposing figure. She walks with a slouch but will stand straight to her full 4'9" when asserting herself. She has shaved her head bald. Her thin eyebrows rest above her beady violet eyes.

Personality: She is intelligent and cunning, but she will too often allow her rage to get the better of her. She will lose her cool and rely on brute force to carry the day. Her respect, as difficult as one would find it to earn, is unwavering; those who more than prove themselves to her, a bar set well above any reasonable standard, she tolerates in varying degrees. Though less modest and more hasty in her reactions to snap at those who irritate her, Mara is combative with any and all who dare try her patience in the slightest.

History: She was born into a rich family. A freak accident while working with her Fisher mother left her crippled. 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 greedy.

Ideals: Justice. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Disease. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Blacksmith

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

Possessions: 30 gp.

Description: This younger middle-aged man wears a black coat over a blue low-cut shirt, and a feathered hat upon his head, and a wedding ring on his left hand. He has done his best to style his white crest to look like a famous performer. He wears an eyepatch.

Personality: He can speak with the recently deceased. He does not mind isolation but does not hate company and attempts to receive them as best as possible.

History: He was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. His necromantic abilities were realized during a raid on his village. He has since married many spouses, only to have them die. He claims to not be responsible.

Motivation: He feels kind of lost in life.

Ideals: Gifted, Extrovert. Flaws: Ugly, Disease. Bonds: In love. Occupation: Navigator

Voice: Mousy voice

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: A woman with a warm, jovial air about her, she wears a suit in poor condition. It has not been laundered in sometime and has been worn in activities one would not normally wear a suit during. Her hair is white and curly. Her hazel eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: She hates Half-Orcs with a passion. As such she is filled with self loathing. She plays an instrument quite well.

History: Silgre was born the youngest of three triplets. She found a children's book about a Half-Orc Sorcerer who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. She modeled her life after the story, seeing herself destined a hero. She became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: An old rival family wants her found; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Racist, Insomniac. Bonds: Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Glassblower

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

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: This petite short man is perpetually holding a sweet of some kind. He wears very tight pants and wife beaters, though occasionally he sports a grey coat, marred by sweets. His chestnut hair is matted, messy, and big. His ears are large.

Personality: He has two modes he varies between. On the job he is cold, steely and emotionless. Off the job he is a party animal. He dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. His biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: He is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. In his youth he was part of a gang. He got caught, but did not rat out his comrades and served his time in prison. 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: He has decided he is irredeemable; and he feels that his past leaves him morally obligated to help

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job, Rich, Criminal record. Occupation: Adventurer

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: 400 sp. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: With grey face paint in a stripe pattern across her face, she wears many layers of old clothing at all times. Her hair is greying and her face has many wrinkles. She wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: She is overprotective of those who hire her services. She will do just about anything if she becomes convinced it is for someone's true love, of this she is easily convinced.

History: She was born in the south. In her 15th year, her parents were killed by a dire rats raid, leaving Ellywick alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, she was adopted. She left for the south, certain she would find work there.

Motivation: To settle down with her crush.

Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Guardian, Has a crush, Immigrant, Enemies. Occupation: Junk Dealer

Voice: Stutters

Possessions: 130 gp. Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp).

Description: Standing 6'2", this woman has a large brown mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into her tan robe. Her lavender fur is still thick. Her face possesses mild wrinkles. Her smile is extraordinarily sincere though she does not smile often.

Personality: She goes out her way to put a smile on everyone's face. There's no-one she won't accept into her heart. She believes the world needs to unite to get rid of illithids once and for all.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Quick grew up listening to her father's many stories. She was an adventurer many years ago and she formed a blood bond with her Half-Orc companion (her 'brother'). She became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and several ex partners dislike her way of doing things and want revenge

Ideals: Optimist. Bonds: Enemies, Adventurer, Job. Occupation: Beggar

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 100 gp. 1 Masterwork Artisan’s tools.

Description: Runty and weak-looking, she dresses in blue turtlenecks beneath a grey coat with red slacks. Her auburn hair is knotted and matted. Her blue eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: She is quite gentle and does not know the full extent of her strength. She works very hard to maintain that gentleness. She also hits on women, regardless of circumstances.

History: She was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of her parents. She graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. She advanced relatively quickly due to her good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. She was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: She wants to get laid; and wants a kiss

Ideals: Disciplined. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Has a crush, Military. Occupation: Miner

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 5000 cp. Golden pearl (160 gp).

Description: He is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright violet and black, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. He is physically well-built. His hair is short and golden. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: He shows great sympathy to all travelers. He's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. He also hits on women, regardless of circumstances.

History: He comes from a rich southern family. He was one of the best in his class, and was picked up by his current employer. He quickly showed his capability and was soon promoted to a head role. Unlike his family, who was content to work in a sleepy main town, he wanted to work in the city. He has been working here for the past few years.

Motivation: He has a crush on the local Stableman; and he is content

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Rich, Has a crush, Job. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Uses sign language

Possessions: 800 sp.