Description: She is a paragon of her species. She is larger and stronger than most Humans. Her skin is dark but she possesses many brown ritualistic tattoos. She does not wear sleeves and tends to eschew shirts when she can avoid it. Her moppish black hair is in a traditional bowl cut. Her otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: A grumpy gal she will invite people to lunch so she can critique them. Yet she still seems generally likeable, like a lovable grump. She uses her nature as a weapon; she likes to lead opponents to think her in distress.

History: Melissa hails from a village terrorized by brigands. Her mother disappeared, and while she tried to raise money to find her mother, she was betrayed dozens of times. She was always very intelligent and has formed a secret society of philosophers.

Motivation: Regain custody of her daughter; and her spouse's relatives view her with great suspicion

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Antagonistic, Secretive. Bonds: Enemies, Family. Occupation: Tailor

Voice: Pronounces 'its' and 'is' like 'eats' and 'ease'

Possessions: 2000 sp. Eye agate (12 gp).

Description: He wears just a white suit. He is physically well-built. His chestnut hair is still thick. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He is quite gentle and does not know the full extent of his strength. He works very hard to maintain that gentleness. He plays an instrument quite well.

History: He was born in the south, but his parents moved at a very young age to the east. He has had some formal painting training, and achieved minor success. He has since married many spouses, only to have them die. He claims to not be responsible.

Motivation: He is unsatisfied with his job; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Disciplined, Artistic. Bonds: Immigrant, In love, Job. Occupation: Hunter

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: Chrysoprase (60 gp). Black pearl (1500 gp). Black star sapphire (900 gp). 1 Healer’s kit. 1 Backpack. 1 Average lock.

Description: This man is tall and muscular. He is wearing a perfectly clean shirt and pair of pants. His red hair is braided into rings. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his hazel eyes.

Personality: A skeptical and narcissistic man, Alex's first love is himself. His second love is also himself. He is submissive, is generally bored by everything, but will take part in whatever people ask of him. He is by nature obliging.

History: Born in a small village he learned the ways of the warrior from his mother. He was a friend to animals and a trickster. In his defense of animals however he would do severe harm to people. He remains aloof and afraid to be himself due to all the ideals others have placed upon him.

Motivation: He feels the way he acts is they only way to get by in the world; and he doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes

Ideals: Athletic, Impeccable, Fighting. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Nature. Occupation: Mason

Voice: Hard of hearing, loud

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: He prefers to wear the grand gowns of high society. He carries his fan with him everywhere and carries himself as the perfect gentleman. He cuts an attractive figure and his suit of old armor is well cared for even if it is obsolete. He has a golden handlebar mustache and slicked back golden hair. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He is very quiet and rarely speaks above a whisper. He is however nostalgic and wants to reunite with his old comrades. He has some compunction and patriotism and will work for the government before all other clients.

History: He comes from a rich eastern family. He found a children's book about a Human Paladin who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. He modeled his life after the story, seeing himself destined a hero. 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: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark.

Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Adventurer. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Thin and wheezing

Possessions: 200 gp. Black star sapphire (400 gp). Obsidian (8 gp). Red-brown spinel (110 gp). Bloodstone (70 gp).