Description: This woman is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. 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 chestnut hair down. She wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into her face.

Personality: While she is on the job, she is grim and serious. She understands how dangerous the world is and the need to stay safe. A true patriot, Merla would do anything for her country. She is fiercely protective of her fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious southern family, she was no stranger to responsibility. She took every job she could get her hands on, but the opportunities for Halflings in the south were limited. 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 compelled to act according to her religious beliefs; and her religion dominates her actions

Bonds: Immigrant, Criminal record, Military, Religious, Rich. Occupation: Map Maker

Voice: Gruff and masculine

Possessions: 600 sp. Coral (140 gp).

Description: This man wears professional attire, and sports empty pouches on his belt. His golden hair is lengthy and is close to two feet long. His fierce brown eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: He is not truly malevolent, but he is obsessed with painting. He constantly tries to fill his life with painting. On top of that he is swayed by a pretty face, and while loyalty to his employer will always come first he doesn't like to hit women.

History: Born in the west his family was never financially stable. From there he went from mercenary job to mercenary job. Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: He wants to meet his childhood hero; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Artistic. Bonds: Attractive, Has a crush, Adventurer, Poor. Occupation: Server

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 130 gp. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: An imposing man with a heavy stainless steel prosthetic right hand, he prefers to wear flannel. He wears his golden hair down. His blue eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: Prone to second guessing himself, he comes off as nervous. He is fiercely devoted to his father, and views his father's ex-spouse as an evil person for separating him from his legal half-sister.

History: Born in the west his family was never financially stable. When Barendd reached his early adolescence his Dwarf father passed away. Feeling disconnected from the small nearby village afterwards, he decided to travel. His rounds led him into the Army with a few individuals who would become his life-long companions. Due to his spouse's obsession with being a Body Guard they were divorced and he won custody of their daughter. He worked as a Adventurer, and he later adopted a second daughter.

Motivation: Regain custody of his daughter.

Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Family, Poor, Military. Occupation: Adventurer

Voice: pre-pubescent

Possessions: 100 sp.

Description: She is a mite stocky and wears professional attire. She has brown hair. This gray eyed southerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: She is mildly Halfling supremacist, though she does not identify as such. She is obsessed with her god.

History: Heir to a fortune, her parents put a great deal of effort into curing her disease. From her teen years she was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on her. 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 has money and likes to spend it; and money/treasure

Flaws: Racist, Disease. Bonds: Attractive, Religious, Rich. Occupation: Fisher

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 350 gp.

Description: He is a husky man, who prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for his hunting needs. His blue hair is singed and shortened. His eyes are a pleasant silver.

Personality: He is a hateful person. He taunts others and blames them for his problems. He is skeptical of what others tell him and is slow to trust.

History: He was born at the edge of vast plains. He was a friend to animals and a trickster. In his defense of animals however he would do severe harm to people. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and he has money and likes to spend it

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Shy. Bonds: Rich, Nature. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Dutch accent

Possessions: 40 gp.

Description: An older man who is wearing a tight black one piece outfit complete with pants, hood, and a cape, he is not a threatening figure. His red hair is heavily combed to the right. His green eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

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 refers to his adoptive father for almost all things he is unsure about, which are numerous. He is very much still a child and has not developed a drive for self-dependency.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. His arcane abilities were realized during a raid on his village. When his spouse passed he lost his only source of income but claims to his sons to still be retired.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep; and marry his sister to traveling adventurers

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Selfish, Insomniac. Bonds: Family, Poor. Occupation: Hunter

Voice: Adds syll-ab-les for em-pha-sis

Possessions: 110 gp.

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. She wears a red costume with the symbols of strength on her torso. Her hair is black and curly. Her hazel eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: She considers herself a woman of culture and sophistication. She likes a good challenge to her wits. She does not trust anyone and sleeps with one eye open.

History: Raised by wardens she was only a novice when orcs swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. Her father was very strict, and drilled into her lessons on being the perfect lady. Days after completing her studies, news broke out that her hometown was attacked by orcs. Nora was horrified and prayed that her mother was alright. However, she heard that her mother had died fighting off the orcs.

Motivation: Someone believes her a fraud.

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly, Insomniac. Bonds: Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: 100 gp. 1 Half-Plate.

Description: A 3'4" southern woman, she wears a tan shirt, with a yellow mid length skirt with yellow tights and flats, usually wearing a coat over them. Her hair is auburn and curly. This violet eyed southerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: She is fixated on the number 73. She counts her steps and bites of food to keep in track with it. She seems to be used to being ignored and not questioned about it. Animals are drawn to her, and she is able to talk to them.

History: Enidda was born the youngest of three triplets. She was one of the best in her class, and was picked up by her current employer. She quickly showed her capability and was soon promoted to a head role. She's also a talented Cartwright, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: She wants revenge against gnolls; and expand her business

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Family, Job, Enemies. Occupation: Seamstress

Voice: Laughs frequently while speaking

Possessions: 60 gp.

Description: He wears tight fitting clothing which further accentuates his frame. He wears a broad hat to cover his moderate length blue hair. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: His voice, at times compared to that of a Nymph, lambasts those who consider themselves "civilized" with snide, belittling remarks; the subtle growl he speaks with growing louder in doing so, one can find it most pronounced, despite the otherwise natural purity of his tone. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: He was born in a small mountains village. Over the years he perfected his riding and shooting skills. He has never given up on his dancing dream.

Motivation: He has comitted a past crime that haunts him to this day; and he possesses a valuable artifact that the thieves guild wishes to steal

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Cynical, Hedonist. Bonds: Attractive, Nature, Criminal record. Occupation: Performer

Voice: Complex vocabulary, royal

Possessions: 600 sp.