Description: The woman speaks with an almost imperceptible accent. She seems to always be the slightest bit damp as if she got out from a pool a few moments ago. She tends to wear a red poncho over her likewise colored trousers and shirt. Her red hair is kept up in a ponytail inside a Stetson hat. Judging by the bloodshot nature of her eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine she has not slept for days.

Personality: She considers herself the protector of her home. She feels this is her duty and calling. She dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. Her biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: The child of western immigrants she idolized her mother. Her homeland was ravaged by war and she spent much of her life rebuilding it. She left for the west, certain she would find work there.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep; and to clean up the streets

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Insomniac, PTSD. Bonds: Immigrant, Guardian. Occupation: Fortune-teller

Voice: Boston accent

Possessions: 3000 sp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He prefers to wear violet pants and tee shirts. With bright auburn hair and a scraggly beard. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: He is erratic and paranoid. He believes giants are coming to abduct people. Despite his manner, he is extremely passionate and proud of his job, and he prides himself in being thorough and never missing a detail.

History: Peter was born the youngest of three triplets. He was an apprentice working in his father's forge. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: To be a Banker again; and revenge

Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Enemies, Job, Family, Rich. Occupation: Scribe

Voice: Sleepy voice

Possessions: 4000 sp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He stands about 5'7" and wears a fancy red suit. His left leg appears badly burned and disfigured. His chestnut hair is still thick. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: He likes to brag about his accomplishments and constantly tries to beat others to the punch. 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: Ernest was raised in a hard working conservative environment. He helped his father out around the business and became quite the natural. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to illithids demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: Someone believes him a fraud; and balancing his hectic life and new dilettante responsibilities is difficult

Ideals: Passionate. Bonds: Attractive, Family, Job, Enemies. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Low and grunting

Possessions: 600 gp. Violet garnet (500 gp). Coral (150 gp).

Description: This woman is very fat, and typically wears a sleeveless long coat of deep green leather and dull pastel iron scale mail. Her blonde hair is greasy and uncared for. She has several tiny ruby earrings on each ear.

Personality: She goes out her way to put a smile on everyone's face. There's no-one she won't accept into her heart. She is afraid of women and trembles around them

History: When she was but 8 years old her parents immigrated from the east. A gypsy cursed her at a young age, leading to her ugly appearance. Since then, she has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: She is greedy; and to reunite with her old friends

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Rich, Immigrant. Occupation: Spy

Voice: Gruff and masculine

Possessions: 800 gp. Golden yellow topaz (400 gp).