Description: A pudgy man standing about 6'2" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He wears violet robes with leather pauldrons. Though occasionally he wears more armor. He prefers to carry a club, but if one is not available he will default to his spear. His hair is greying and his face has many wrinkles. His green eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: He tends to agree with only himself unless someone else's opinion sounds like he can profit from it. He tries to control his temper but he can't always stop himself from what he feels what must be done. He does not trust anyone and sleeps with one eye open.

History: Adelard hails from a village terrorized by dire rats. His parents divorced when he was young, and his mother gained full cudstody. He was regularly beaten by his mother, who blamed him for driving them apart. He left for the west, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: His name or reputation has been wronged in the past by dire rats, and he desires to right it; and a deep hatred of dire rats

Flaws: Antagonistic, Insomniac. Bonds: Enemies, Immigrant. Occupation: Barber

Voice: Creaky witch voice

Possessions: 600 gp.

Description: This younger middle-aged woman wears a simple black robe with violet stripes complete with hood, and a wedding ring on her left hand. Her hair is black and curly. Her eyes are amber and she is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: Prone to second guessing herself, she comes off as nervous. She also hits on women, regardless of circumstances.

History: She was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of her parents. In her formative years she discovered how persuasive she was. She began using that to her advantage selling useless wares at inflated prices. She has recently attracted an admirer that believes she's playing hard to get.

Motivation: She would like to get married and retire; and wants her loneliness to end

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Shy, Ugly. Bonds: In love, Has a crush. Occupation: Shoemaker

Voice: Old Prospector

Possessions: 500 gp. Chrysoprase (70 gp). Carnelian (70 gp). Blue sapphire (900 gp). Aquamarine (1000 gp).

Description: She is wearing a perfectly clean shirt and pair of pants, but does not cut a very imposing figure. She walks with a slouch but will stand straight to her full 5'0" when asserting herself. She has black hair. She has several tiny sapphire earrings on each ear.

Personality: She considers herself the protector of her home. She feels this is her duty and calling. She takes great pride in her work and is very well organized. Her planner is full of calendar events.

History: Born in the north to a Interpreter, Ermina learned a great deal about her mother's area of expertise. She was an adventurer many years ago and she formed a blood bond with her Human companion (her 'brother'). During her travels, Ermina and her party rested in a cavern that was (unknown to them) infused with powerful dark magic. Upon awakening, Ermina discovered the rest of her party dead, transformed into horrible, mindless undead versions of their former selves. Ermina fled the cavern, stopping for breath at a small pool, and only then realizing her own horrible transformation.

Motivation: Meet up once more with her childhood friend; and she is greedy

Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Guardian, Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Interpreter

Voice: Timid voice

Possessions: 600 gp.

Description: She sports red clothing, slightly heavier than average wear. She is portly but not overly obese. She has styled her blonde hair well, parting it to the right. Her face is full, her cheeks are rosy, and she always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in her blue eyes.

Personality: She acts crazy and hedonistic. She enjoys reading and quiet.

History: From birth she was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. She was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. Her spouse died of illness and she inherited everything. She routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: She has money and likes to spend it; and money/treasure

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Attractive, Mentor, Rich. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Indian accent

Possessions: 800 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.