Description: A woman of a pale complexion, she wears a custom-built plate barding that's adorned with brown lining and desert motifs. Her silver hair is still thick. Judging by the bloodshot nature of her eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine she has not slept for days.

Personality: Quiet and reserved she prefers to listen than to talk. She will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. She has all her life been fascinated with painting.

History: She was born with several neurological imbalances, which makes sleep difficult for her. It may also be what makes her so good at details. 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. She hasn't been sleeping well lately.

Motivation: An old rival family wants her found; and to reunite with her absent mother

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Insomniac, Shy, Disease. Bonds: Family. Occupation: Bounty Hunter

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

Possessions: 1600 sp. 1 Breastplate.

Description: She wears bulky white painted plate armor. She carries with her a set of scythes, each one with a topaz on the hilt. She only wears one on her belt and the other on her back. She has slicked back black hair. Her gray eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: She is a hateful person. She taunts others and blames them for her problems. She is obsessed with her god.

History: She grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. Her father was supposedly a charlatan fortune teller, but she insists her father was legitimate. She has since lost track of the people in her past.

Motivation: Wants to raise her children well.

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Antagonistic, Mundane. Bonds: Religious, Family. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: Boston accent

Possessions: 140 gp. Hematite (9 gp). 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: He wears a shirt that is too small, which lets his gut show, with a ratty green coat over it. He has dyed his greying silver hair a little too much giving a sharp silver color. His eyes are white and he is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: He runs his personal life as if detached from it. He organizes appointments and outings based on perceived benefits he will get from it. He pushes his goals aggressively. He is also a coward if confronted.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. His parents divorced when he was young, and his mother gained full cudstody. He was regularly beaten by his mother, who blamed him for driving them apart. He hopes to save up enough money to one day pay a cleric to cure him.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and he feels threatened by others

Flaws: Ugly, Selfish, Fearful, Disease, Antagonistic. Occupation: Dyer

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: 9000 cp. 1 Masterwork studded leather.

Description: This man typically wears green cloth garments or leather armor. He has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized emerald on his left hand. His crest is short and gold. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: Heskan speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. He is clearly well-traveled and educated. Energy wise he seems alert and responsive.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. He dropped out of school before completing his studies. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: He is greedy; and to share knowledge with the world

Ideals: Impeccable, Professionalism, Logical. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Tailor

Voice: Nasally tone

Possessions: 160 gp.

Description: He is dressed in a clean black cloak covering his clean studded leather. His brown hair, when down, is lengthy. His eyes are silver and catlike.

Personality: He considers himself the perfect gentleman. He makes a point to always show proper etiquette and frequently critiques the etiquette of others. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: Born to a Server, his father struggled to pay the bills. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Shipwright hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to orcs demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: He has a rivalry with the Church that dominates his actions; and he is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Poor, Enemies, Religious. Occupation: Shipwright

Voice: Old thin voice

Possessions: 340 gp.

Description: She is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers her face most of the time, but does not cut a very imposing figure. She walks with a slouch but will stand straight to her full 3'0" when asserting herself. Her long golden hair reaches down to her waist. Her green eyes peer out from beneath her Stetson red hat.

Personality: She exudes charisma. She is a tour de force of persuasion. She never wears the same outfit twice, unless she absolutely has to.

History: She is a Maurezhi in disguise. She was part of a huge silver rush, which was taken over by a mining company. The company confiscated a lot of silver, but the shipment was lost. Lacking all sense, she decided to go on an adventure. She picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: To be a Butcher again; and she is unsatisfied with her job

Ideals: Artistic. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer, Job. Occupation: Seamstress

Voice: Posh accent

Possessions: 700 sp.

Description: She is an exceptionally muscular looking eastern young adult. She does not wear sleeves and tends to eschew shirts when she can avoid it. Beneath her clothing is a huge mess of scar tissue. Her gold crest has been sun bleached extensively. Her gold eyes peer out from beneath her top green hat.

Personality: She is not truly malevolent, but she is obsessed with music. She constantly tries to fill her life with music. She has the money to obtain near anything and knows that if you pay a woman enough she will sell her own mother. Money is her most trusted friend.

History: Born in a small village she learned the ways of the warrior from her father. She sought a place where she would be rewarded solely on the merits of her skills. This search led her directly into Sailor work with an outfit from a few towns over. Sailor work suited her well, and with each successful project, she earned more gold and more respect from her peers. She became a Sailor soon after.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor.

Ideals: Artistic, Fighting. Bonds: Slave, Rich, Job. Occupation: Sailor

Voice: Relaxed voice

Possessions: 40 pp. Azurite (11 gp).

Description: A woman with a cold, calculating air about her, she likes to wear ponchos typically of a light black in addition to tight pants. Her silver hair is greasy and uncared for. She wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into her face.

Personality: She seems absolutely devoid of it. She stares off into space and will respond with overly literal and minimalist answers to questions. She has the money to obtain near anything and knows that if you pay a woman enough she will sell her own mother. Money is her most trusted friend.

History: Born in the west to a Jeweler, Naamah learned a great deal about her mother's area of expertise. She was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. Her spouse died of illness and she inherited everything. She has since married many spouses, only to have them die. She claims to not be responsible.

Motivation: To reunite with her absent mother; and expand her business

Flaws: Ugly, Mundane. Bonds: Rich, Job, In love, Family. Occupation: Jeweler

Voice: Sensual and smooth

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: Her skin is bronze and flawless. She wears a grey cloak and cross-gartered white stockings. She is an epitome of beauty. Her hair is blonde, silky, and of moderate length. Her half smiles and brown eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: She is quiet and anti-social and can barely make it a few minutes in conversation before her hampering stammer kicks in. She loves her children and doesn't want them to worry about her. She loves to share her dancing with anyone who is interested.

History: Riswynn lived on a farm with her mother, near the main road leading to a nearby town. She moved from fad to fad and when she turned 15 she discovered dancing. She has never given up on her dancing dream.

Motivation: Regain custody of her daughter; and find a way to reverse the transformation of her brother

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Shy, Disease. Bonds: Attractive, Family. Occupation: Tanner

Voice: Middle-eastern accent

Possessions: 40 gp.