Description: A middle-aged man, he is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright black and violet, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems, and is pretty ugly. His crest is cut close to his head. His eyes are likewise gold. His teeth are yellowed and unaligned.

Personality: He is curt in most of his responses. He prefers to keep his word usage to a minimum to avoid giving away unnecessary information. He plays an instrument quite well.

History: He was born at the edge of vast forest. Vrondiss was a troubled youth. He spent his days as a hard laborer instead of attending school, and spent his evenings with numerous mobsters and gang members. Vrondiss decided he wanted neither the life of his father nor that of the evil petty criminals he associated with. During his early adolescence, he took a sudden opportunity while working the docks and commandeered a vessel that was left unmanned. He remains aloof and afraid to be himself due to all the ideals others have placed upon him.

Motivation: A rival would like him out of the picture.

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Rich, Nature, Criminal record. Occupation: Weaver

Voice: Timid voice

Possessions: 600 sp. Malachite (10 gp). 1 Superior lock.

Description: This younger middle-aged man has a large red mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into his tan robe, and a wedding ring on his left hand. His red hair is still thick. His thin eyebrows rest above his beady gray eyes.

Personality: He does not care much for physical appearances, nor does he care much for other people. He does however care about what he wants and getting it. His temper goes off on the smallest of things. He tends to lash out at those around him.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. From there he went from mercenary job to mercenary job. He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: He desires power and/or immortality; and wishes to resurrect an old love

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: In love, Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Hunter

Voice: Aggressive tone

Possessions: 220 gp.

Description: He wears a custom-built plate barding that's adorned with grey lining and desert motifs. He is physically well-built. His blonde hair is lengthy. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his blue eyes.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. Only to laugh say gotcha and shoot double pistol fingers at the fooled target.

History: He was a bastard born out of an affair, and his father always resented and mistreated him for it out of spite. Being born in the east, he completed his medical training abroad so as to avoid the war. He returned after the war having achieved medical proficiency. He was a general practitioner in the east for years, until he, through no fault of his own, lost a patient who had a very powerful family. Rather than risk reprisal he made his way south. By chance he met his brother recently and the two have been together since.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and an old rival family wants him found

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Shy, Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Family. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: Smooth and feminine

Possessions: 160 gp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: She wears tattered old clothes, but does not cut a very imposing figure. She walks with a slouch but will stand straight to her full 4'3" when asserting herself. Her silver hair is knotted and matted. Her green eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: She is envious of other's things. She hoards treasure, art, food, wine, and anything that she so desires. She pushes her goals aggressively. She is also a coward if confronted.

History: Trained by her father for as long as she can remember she had it drilled in her head that it was her duty to serve her country. She took every job she could get her hands on, but the opportunities for Dwarves in the south were limited. She left for the south, certain she would find work there.

Motivation: She wants random interesting trinkets and junk, hates to throw anything away; and she feels threatened by others

Flaws: Ugly, Greedy, Fearful. Bonds: Military, Immigrant. Occupation: Barber

Voice: Timid voice

Possessions: 40 gp.

Description: The man speaks with an almost imperceptible accent. He seems to always be the slightest bit damp as if he got out from a pool a few moments ago. He wears just a white suit. His white hair is long and unkept. He has several tiny amethyst earrings on each ear.

Personality: He is extraordinarily eccentric. He does not regard money as being a problem because it has never been a problem for him. He lives in a bit of an ivory tower believing all problems are one quick intervention away from being solved.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his father and mother. His father taught him the rudiments of the Blacksmith arts, while his mother instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He left for the east, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: He is greedy; and he has money and likes to spend it

Flaws: Ugly, Insane. Bonds: Immigrant, Rich, Family. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: 600 sp. Red spinel (120 gp).

Description: A man with a calm yet intense air about him, he wears a brown feathered hat and brown clothes. His black fur is thinning but still full. His copper eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: Deceptive and manipulative this eastern guy figured out how to best use his charms to convince people to do what he wants. 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: Tree was born with his father's beautiful face. In his 19th year, while out on a day-trip, he returned to find his hometown burning and destroyed. He found his father impaled in their home, and his mother beheaded. He saw the man who walked out, and charged him in a blind rage. The man easily evaded and defeated him, leaving him to live broken and terrified. He hopes to save up enough money to one day pay a cleric to cure him.

Motivation: His relatives are trying to arrange a marriage; and he feels threatened by others

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Fearful, Disease. Bonds: Attractive, In love, Family. Occupation: Miner

Voice: Low and grunting

Possessions: 150 gp. Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). 1 Buckler.

Description: Runty and weak-looking, she is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. Her crest is greying and her face has many wrinkles. This red eyed westerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: She barks her statements quickly and with little fuss. She prefers small words and is at her heart utilitarian. She believes the world needs to unite to get rid of drow once and for all.

History: Trained by her father for as long as she can remember she had it drilled in her head that it was her duty to serve her country. At a young age her father died while driving off some drow. Her mother being the stubborn sort decided to stay and helped train her in whip use. Recently a tribe of drow attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Nuthra fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: Revenge; and many drow want her driven away

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Terse. Bonds: Poor, Enemies, Military. Occupation: Ploughman

Voice: Eastern European accent

Possessions: 100 gp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.

Description: He is of a modest build and height, but he carries himself more imposing than he is. He is wearing colorful clothing, dressed as a Stableman. His head has been shaved. His eyes are brown and catlike.

Personality: Aggressive, abrasive, and angry, Thorin embodies much of what other species detest in the Dwarves. He can see the true alignment of people by looking at them, and uses this to pass judgement.

History: He got into the Stableman business at a young age. His mother disappeared, and while he tried to raise money to find his mother, he was betrayed dozens of times. He has achieved small success as a Stableman.

Motivation: To pay off his debts; and marry his brother to traveling adventurers

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Job, Family, Debt. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Middle-eastern accent

Possessions: 170 gp.

Description: He wears dull violet sweaters, loose blue pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath his sweater he keeps a concealed scimitar, just in case. He is bristling with hidden weapons, mostly scimitars and longbows. He is bald on top and has large brown tufts of hair around his ears. His violet eyes peer out from beneath his wide-brimmed violet hat.

Personality: A grumpy guy he will invite people to lunch so he can critique them. Yet he still seems generally likeable, like a lovable grump. He has a hair trigger and will fly into rage over the tiniest perceived slights.

History: His parents moved while he was still in utero so he is the first generation to be born here. His family was being driven out of business by several neighboring competitors. The father sought out extralegal help and others began closing their doors. He saw this and took pride in his father's willingness to do anything to win. He used his abilities to trick people and travel the world for free.

Motivation: He possesses a valuable artifact that the thieves guild wishes to steal; and seeks redemption

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Criminal record, Immigrant. Occupation: Dyer

Voice: Australian accent

Possessions: 6000 cp.