Description: A plain young-adult woman, she wears long strands of opal and short tan dresses (or suits) accompanied by the proper stockings and shoes, with gloves of varying lengths. Her brown hair, when down, is lengthy. She has a tattooed face.

Personality: She considers herself the perfect lady. She makes a point to always show proper etiquette and frequently critiques the etiquette of others. She is a thrill seeker, she laughs at people and throws down challenges. She is highly competitive and combative.

History: She is a Lamia in disguise. She was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. Her spouse died of illness and she inherited everything. After months of barely getting by, Cecily managed to ambush a major caravan with a load of valuables. Instantly wealthy, she made her way to the capital under a new identity.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and she feels that her past leaves her morally obligated to help

Ideals: Impeccable. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer, Criminal record, Job. Occupation: Adventurer

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: 700 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: She sports yellow clothing, slightly heavier than average wear. She is portly but not overly obese. Her red hair is knotted and matted. She is missing an eye and her face is severely sunburned. Her one remaining eye shines gray.

Personality: Oriel is a sociable creature first and foremost. She loves to listen to people at length before talking their ear off. She can carry on conversation for hours and will do so. She has a taste for the finer things and spends a great deal of money on luxuries, some more exotic than others.

History: Raised by wardens she was only a novice when illithids swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. A gypsy cursed her at a young age, leading to her ugly appearance. 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: A deep hatred of illithids; and her religion dominates her actions

Ideals: Extrovert. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Beggar

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: 300 gp.

Description: This younger middle-aged woman wears tattered old clothes, and a wedding ring on her left hand. Her hair is chestnut and very short. Her blue eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: She can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. 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: She got into the Bookbinder business at a young age. While studying, she fell in love. They married and had a daughter. She was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and sabotage a competitor

Ideals: Gifted, Logical. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: In love, Job. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: 500 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A middle-aged man, he is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down, and is pretty ugly. His auburn hair, when down, is lengthy. He has gray eyes and a pastel hat with a green feather.

Personality: He is irascible and easily irritated. He does not believe in violence as a means to an end. He is a dedicated Slave Trader but believes his peers are too gung-ho.

History: He served in the navy to pay for his family's outstanding loans. He moved out east to avoid the crime he committed. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and seeks redemption

Ideals: Pacifist. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Military, Criminal record. Occupation: Slave Trader

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 500 gp. Chrysoprase (80 gp). Hematite (5 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.