Description: She is a woman of bearing and well nourished. She dresses in black turtlenecks beneath a grey coat with black slacks. Her brown hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. Her eyes are amber and she is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: She is a woman who does what she needs to. She will acquiesce to black mail and extortion to avoid trouble. She will often invite strangers home for dinner and talk their ears off. She cares deeply for her spouse and does her best to make sure her guests look presentable.

History: She grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. Her family was being driven out of business by several neighboring competitors. The father sought out extralegal help and others began closing their doors. She saw this and took pride in her father's willingness to do anything to win. She's also a talented Apothecary, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: She is content; and she feels that her past leaves her morally obligated to help

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Criminal record, In love, Job. Occupation: Fisher

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: 200 gp. Rhodochrosite (7 gp). Aquamarine (1200 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Relatively heavier built than your average man, he is not imposing. He wears an entirely brown suit with yellow socks and a vest with buckled shoes. His blonde hair, when down, is lengthy. His eyes are likewise brown.

Personality: He is enamored with his job. He loves it. He likes the challenge and he likes helping those less fortunate than him. He works hard and plays hard.

History: He was born into a rich family. His family was being driven out of business by several neighboring competitors. The mother sought out extralegal help and others began closing their doors. He saw this and took pride in his mother's willingness to do anything to win. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: He'd like to take his coworkers down a peg; and meet up once more with his childhood friend

Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Job, Rich, Criminal record, Adventurer. Occupation: Server

Voice: Sighs a lot, exhausted

Possessions: 200 gp. Rhodochrosite (7 gp). Moss agate (7 gp). Coral (160 gp).

Description: With yellow face paint in a stripe pattern across his face, he wears a custom-built plate barding that's adorned with blue lining and desert motifs. He has shaved his head bald. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He hates dire rats. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. He has a small toy that he constantly fidgets with.

History: He got into the Hunter business at a young age. 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's since become an addict/alcoholic.

Motivation: His name or reputation has been wronged in the past by dire rats, and he desires to right it; and find a way to reverse the transformation of his brother

Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Enemies, Job, Family. Occupation: Hunter

Voice: Creaky witch voice

Possessions: 10 pp. Rhodochrosite (14 gp). Blue sapphire (1500 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Her skin is bronze and flawless. She is wearing colorful clothing, dressed as a Shepherd. She is an epitome of beauty. Her hair is short and white. Her eyes are hazel and she is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: She is fixated on the number 2. 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. She is obsessed with finding treasure.

History: Sold as a small child to a brothel owner, Giselle was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. She eventually earned her freedom when her former master disappeared. She took every job she could get her hands on, but the opportunities for Humans in the north were limited. She became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: She feels threatened by others; and she wants to meet her childhood hero

Flaws: Insane, Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer, Mentor, Immigrant. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Shortens vowels

Possessions: 800 gp.