Description: An older woman who tends to wear a large red jacket, she is not a threatening figure. Her red hair is long and unkept. Her gray eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: A deeply religious woman she believes everything happens for a reason. When she's not drinking or sleeping the drinks off, she's doing dancing.

History: She was born in the south, but her parents moved at a very young age to the north. A gypsy cursed her at a young age, leading to her ugly appearance. She's also a talented Miller, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: Several ex partners dislike her way of doing things and want revenge; and she is unsatisfied with her job

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Religious, Immigrant, Job, Enemies. Occupation: Bowyer

Voice: Hard of hearing, loud

Possessions: 80 pp.

Description: An imposing man with a heavy stainless steel prosthetic right hand, he is armored in gleaming platemail with gilded edges. A flowing white cape and mantle trimmed with soft green waves gently in the breeze. His hair is red and curly. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: He is a jovial happy person, but he is convinced people are living their lives too quickly. 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: Bernard was born the youngest of three triplets. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. 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: To share knowledge with the world; and marry his brother to traveling adventurers

Ideals: Optimist, Logical. Bonds: Rich, Family. Occupation: Doctor

Voice: Spanish accent

Possessions: 500 gp. Fire opal (800 gp). Sard (50 gp). Carnelian (50 gp). Silver pearl (50 gp).

Description: She typically wears a sleeveless long coat of deep brown leather and dull yellow iron scale mail, and carries scythes. Her hair is brown and very short. She wears a mask on her face.

Personality: She fancies herself a trickster and likes to rely on her wits to carry the day. She cares for her older siblings and likes to be recognized by them. She moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep her interest for a month it is impressive.

History: Sold as a small child to a slaver, Avelina was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. She eventually earned her freedom when her former master disappeared. She inherited a moderately successful company from her mother. Under her leadership it has flourished, and using capital from her venture she effectively owns an entire region. She now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: Wants to raise her children well.

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Family, Mentor, Rich. Occupation: Sellsword

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: A man with a friendly, welcoming air about him, he is wearing dark clothing and a heavy breastplate, keeping many of his physical features obscured. His long blonde hair reaches down to his waist. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He will rave to anyone who will listen. Thomas is a bit of a follower. Usually he is manipulated by his brothers into helping them out, but recently he has become more of a free agent.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. He inherited a moderately successful company from his father. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. He eventually got the idea of being the protector of his homeland from reading books, and has made it his duty.

Motivation: Regain custody of his son; and he feels threatened by others

Flaws: Insane, Fearful. Bonds: Family, Rich, Guardian. Occupation: Masseuse

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: 2000 sp. Malachite (4 gp). White opal (1100 gp). Black pearl (1000 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (4 gp).