Description: A well shaped woman just over fifty, she wears white trousers with brown and yellow striped suspenders. She wears various colorful collared shirts. Her head has been shaved. Her eyes are green.

Personality: She is inclined to make off color jokes and interpret anything that could be construed as such as innuendo. She is a great chef.

History: She was born into a rich family. She sought a place where she would be rewarded solely on the merits of her skills. This search led her directly into Barrister work with an outfit from a few towns over. Barrister work suited her well, and with each successful project, she earned more gold and more respect from her peers. 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: Wants to open a new tavern; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Joker, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Job. Occupation: Barrister

Voice: Forgets to breathe while speaking

Possessions: 10000 cp. Onyx (40 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is a pot bellied northern man with a big hulking figure and broad shoulders. He is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright violet and tan, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. With a patchy chestnut beard and wild chestnut hair. His eyes are likewise hazel. His teeth are white and perfect.

Personality: He can speak with the recently deceased. He can see the true alignment of people by looking at them, and uses this to pass judgement.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when gnolls swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. He struck it rich when he found rare goods in large quantities. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: A deep hatred of gnolls; and revenge

Ideals: Athletic, Gifted. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Butcher

Voice: Pronounces difficult words wrong

Possessions: 700 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Standing 6'0", this woman wears a lot of dark rich colors, with gold accents. Her hair is short and white. Her half smiles and violet eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: Jacoba speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. She is clearly well-traveled and educated. She believes the world needs to unite to get rid of gnolls once and for all.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious eastern family, she was no stranger to responsibility. She inherited a moderately successful company from her father. Under her leadership it has flourished, and using capital from her venture she effectively owns an entire region. Days after completing her studies, news broke out that her hometown was attacked by gnolls. Jacoba was horrified and prayed that her mother was alright. However, she heard that her mother had died fighting off the gnolls.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and nothing but the best is good enough for her

Ideals: Impeccable. Bonds: Attractive, Enemies, Religious, Rich. Occupation: Armorer

Voice: Speaks with squeezed throat

Possessions: 100 gp.

Description: He wears a tan coat over a white low-cut shirt, and a Stetson hat upon his head. He carries a battered shield and tarnished hand crossbow as well. His white hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. His gray eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: He speaks before he thinks and is too direct. He refers to his adoptive father for almost all things he is unsure about, which are numerous. He is very much still a child and has not developed a drive for self-dependency.

History: His parents moved while he was still in utero so he is the first generation to be born here. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it.

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Family, Immigrant, Rich. Occupation: Navigator

Voice: Spits words with contempt

Possessions: 100 gp.