Description: She is a woman of bearing and well nourished. She wears a robe, a symbol of the four houses of cards around her neck, and a crossbow on her belt. She has slicked back blonde hair. Judging by the bloodshot nature of her eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine she has not slept for days.

Personality: Avelina wants to be seen as a stoic, levelheaded, noble Paladin, so she tries to act the part. She does a good job, for the most part... She is terrible with names forgetting people's names several times before they finally stick; this causes her no end of embarrassment.

History: Avelina lived on a farm with her mother, near the main road leading to a nearby town. Her spouse left her for another, whom she beat to an almost bloody pulp. She did not win them back, but she came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. Recently a tribe of orcs attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Avelina fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever; and wants to raise her children well

Ideals: Fighting, Disciplined. Flaws: Insomniac, Forgetful. Bonds: Family. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Uses sign language

Possessions: 30 pp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He is dressed in an above average manner. His long black hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. His fierce violet eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: He is happy with his job as a Scribe. He turns his eye from what people do, preferring to live and let live. He is always in debt, since he spends his money on lavish parties and gifts for friends

History: He was born to a criminal king-pin and mafia 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. Recently he has begun working with bootleggers and crooks.

Motivation: Seeks redemption; and expand his business

Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Job, Criminal record. Occupation: Scribe

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 4000 sp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This woman is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. She is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers her face most of the time. Her hair is brown, silky, and of moderate length. She was beautiful and young once, which still shows through her age, but it is a faded beauty.

Personality: She can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. She is harsh and unforgiving.

History: Her father raised her in a mountain cabin. There was a wharf not far from home where she often wandered off to fish. After a long history of fighting, Cecily and her spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: She's repulsed by the PC; and she feels that her past leaves her morally obligated to help

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Immigrant, Attractive, Nature. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Speaks fast with a slight lisp

Possessions: 6000 sp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: She is a paragon of her species. She is larger and stronger than most Humans. Her skin is dark but she possesses many tan ritualistic tattoos. She wears dark leathers with embroidery. She wears her white hair down. Her amber eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: She swings through moods quickly. One moment she is cool and collected, the next she is carried away by passions. She is a big fan of imagination and believes people should spend more time reading and writing.

History: She was born at the edge of vast plains. She was one of the best in her class, and was picked up by her current employer. She quickly showed her capability and was soon promoted to a head role. She has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: She is greedy; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Passionate, Logical. Bonds: Nature, Job, Rich. Occupation: Priest

Voice: Prounounces S like Z

Possessions: 200 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.