Description: She is of a modest build and height, but she carries herself more imposing than she is. She sports blue clothing, slightly heavier than average wear. Her black hair is drawn into a tight pony tail with a rose scrunchie. Her eyes are gray and catlike.

Personality: She is extraordinarily eccentric. She is often prim and proper but will on occasion tell either really disgusting or offensive jokes, which seem out of character.

History: She was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. She has chosen to use the inheritance that was left to her frivolously. One night she noticed a nearby shooting star which she hiked out to see where it landed. It turned out to be an ancient artifact of some kind. She has done her darndest to repair it but it is currently non-functional.

Motivation: She has a crush on the local Carter; and she is greedy

Ideals: Joker, Persistence. Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Rich, Has a crush. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Whispers

Possessions: 100 gp. Azurite (13 gp).

Description: A man with thick toned arms and a paunchy gut. He has the majority of his body covered in plate. He has done his best to style his orange fur to look like a famous performer. He has a tattooed face.

Personality: He dislikes all the random violence that takes place in the north. Any perceived weakness will be pressed and exploited. He is seen as merciless and passionate.

History: He was born to a criminal king-pin and mafia 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. He has achieved small success as a Seamstress.

Motivation: He is being blackmailed/forced/etc and this influences his actions; and he is a bit of a kleptomaniac

Ideals: Athletic, Pacifist. Bonds: Criminal record, Job. Occupation: Seamstress

Voice: Posh accent

Possessions: 120 gp. 1 Masterwork studded leather.

Description: A pudgy woman standing about 2'9" has a big stupid grin on her face most of the time. She is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers her face most of the time. She wears her black hair down. She wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into her face.

Personality: She believes there is no problem she cannot solve with sufficient elbow grease and persistence, if it is the best or most economic solution matters not. Despite her manner, she is extremely passionate and proud of her job, and she prides herself in being thorough and never missing a detail.

History: Born in a small village she learned the ways of the warrior from her father. She moved out west to avoid the crime she committed. Recently a tribe of goblins attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Marigold fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: She is terrified, and will act out of fear; and she is being blackmailed/forced/etc and this influences her actions

Ideals: Persistence, Fighting. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Job, Criminal record. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Soft and mumbly

Possessions: 2000 cp.

Description: Her skin has the orange glow of too much sun. She wears a robe, a symbol of death around her neck, and a scimitar on her belt. She has shaved her head bald. Her face is scarred and worn.

Personality: She swings through moods quickly. One moment she is cool and collected, the next she is carried away by passions. She will pursue extreme courses of action in the short term, confident that they cannot fail.

History: She grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. After coming to the age of reason, Ella took it upon herself to study the divine arts in their entirety; because of this, she was labeled a dark omen and banished from her homeland. She was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: She seems to be bored by most things; and to prove her worth to the world

Ideals: Fighting, Passionate. Flaws: Ugly, Impulsive, Mundane. Occupation: Butcher

Voice: Draws out vowels

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: This man is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down, and sports empty pouches on his belt. His white hair is matted, messy, and big. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: Vonbin speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. He is clearly well-traveled and educated. 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: When he was but 4 years old his parents immigrated from the east. Vonbin 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. When he grew older, he became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. He began work as a mercenary for hire. He would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: He doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Impeccable, Logical. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Immigrant, Adventurer. Occupation: Miner

Voice: Squeaky

Possessions: 60 gp.

Description: He is a pot bellied northern man with a big hulking figure and broad shoulders. He wears an entirely yellow suit with brown socks and a vest with buckled shoes. He has a long silver beard with little hanging trinkets. He was beautiful and young once, which still shows through his age, but it is a faded beauty.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. He disdains his fellow northerners, claiming they make him look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: A child with a great deal of painting talent his parents made sure he got the chance to thrive. He moved from fad to fad and when he turned 15 he discovered painting. Since then, he has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often; and wants to have a good time and be beloved

Ideals: Athletic, Optimist, Artistic. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Pronounces O like U

Possessions: 100 gp. Tiger eye turquoise (11 gp).

Description: He is an exceptionally muscular looking southern young adult. He dresses in black turtlenecks beneath a red coat with blue slacks. Beneath his clothing is a huge mess of scar tissue. He keeps his silver hair in a pixie cut. He has a dull look in his white eyes.

Personality: His tongue was cut out and he uses sign language. His actions favor neither the good nor the evil, as he answers to a power that mortal men fail to acknowledge.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. He has had some formal painting training, and achieved minor success. He has never given up on his painting dream.

Motivation: He has a rivalry with the Church that dominates his actions; and he would like to get married and retire

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Slave, Religious, Poor. Occupation: Bricklayer

Voice: Pronounces O like U

Possessions: 900 sp.

Description: This exceptionally lanky man very much looks the part of a Cartwright. He wears a Stetson hat to cover his moderate length white hair. His eyes are likewise silver. His teeth are white and perfect.

Personality: Calm and collected, he is a well trained Cartwright. He is a font of random trivia from the lore and stories he has discovered

History: He was always a brilliant, if unscrupulous mind. He moved from fad to fad and when he turned 15 he discovered writing. He tends to his Cartwright job now, and dutifully fulfills any obligations he has.

Motivation: To be a Herbalist again; and he is not mentally stable, and does not behave rationally

Ideals: Logical, Artistic. Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Job, Attractive. Occupation: Cartwright

Voice: Uses lots of figures of speech

Possessions: 400 gp. Red spinel (50 gp). Amethyst (50 gp). Rich purple corundum (800 gp).

Description: This eastern man is abnormally tall. He wears a black vest with golden trim over his white shirt. His white leather gloves and pants are well-kept, and his black boots flare out at the collars. His whole body is exceptionally muscular. He has auburn hair. His face is scarred and worn.

Personality: He can speak with the recently deceased. He uses divination through singing.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. He took every job he could get his hands on, but the opportunities for Half-Orcs in the east were limited. He left for the east, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Immigrant, Poor. Occupation: Bricklayer

Voice: Low rumbling, strings words together

Possessions: Just what you see.