Description: This man wears rags and sports a simple walking cane, and sports empty pouches on his belt. His black hair is kept up in a ponytail inside a feathered hat. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: He dislikes all the random violence that takes place in the west. He is often prim and proper but will on occasion tell either really disgusting or offensive jokes, which seem out of character.

History: Robert was born to in a poor docking district. He spent his early days working in the same smith shop his father was employed at, doing general labor. A gifted student he started as a Sailor, but he got bored and became a Performer. One night he noticed a nearby shooting star which he hiked out to see where it landed. It turned out to be an ancient artifact of some kind. He has done his darndest to repair it but it is currently non-functional.

Motivation: Many dire rats want him driven away; and he'd like to take his coworkers down a peg

Ideals: Pacifist, Joker, Persistence. Bonds: Poor, Job, Enemies. Occupation: Performer

Voice: Aggressive tone

Possessions: 500 gp.

Description: 6'4" and muscular, this northern man is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. His red hair is cut short. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are amber.

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 is a bit of a macho man and will challenge people to random contests of strength and skill, and invite them to random hunting and fishing trip.

History: Sold as a small child to a slaver, Arnold was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. From there he went from mercenary job to mercenary job. After a long history of fighting, Arnold and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Fighting, Athletic. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Nature, Mentor, Adventurer. Occupation: Server

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: 200 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This woman is very fat, and wears a brown collared shirt and violet skirt. She accessorizes with a black scarf around the waist and a strap diagonally across her shirt. She is bald on top and has large brown tufts of hair around her ears. Her brown eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: She likes to brag about her accomplishments and constantly tries to beat others to the punch. Any perceived weakness will be pressed and exploited. She is seen as merciless and passionate.

History: Yvonne lived on a farm with her father, near the main road leading to a nearby town. She dropped out of school before completing her studies. She routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: Wants to raise her children well.

Ideals: Passionate, Logical. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Criminal record, Family. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Pronounces difficult words wrong

Possessions: 30000 cp. Black pearl (1400 gp). Onyx (40 gp).

Description: He is a paragon of his species. He is larger and stronger than most Humans. His skin is dark but he possesses many white ritualistic tattoos. He prefers to wear red clothing when he does not wear armor. His chestnut hair is smooth and relatively long. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: Eccentric and domineering, Rolf will drive conversation. Flattery will make him almost putty in your hands.

History: Rolf was raised in a hard working conservative environment. Rolf abandoned his home at a very young age, living in the fields and plains. He survived everyday through hunting and stealing from passersby. He did whatever it took for him to survive. When he grew older, he became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. He began work as a mercenary for hire. He would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: Balancing his hectic life and new Apothecary responsibilities is difficult; and he is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs

Ideals: Extrovert. Flaws: Selfish. Bonds: Job, Adventurer, Religious. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Uses lots of figures of speech

Possessions: 2000 sp. 1 Minor magic item.