Description: This man is very fat, and is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright red and black, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. He has styled his brown hair well, parting it to the right. His voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: He goes out his way to put a smile on everyone's face. There's no-one he won't accept into his heart. He is very protective of his business, his home, and his spouse. He is willing to work with less than legal methods but maintains the front of legitimacy.

History: Arnold lived on a farm with his mother, near the main road leading to a nearby town. He moved out south to avoid the crime he committed. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: Regain custody of his daughter; and money/treasure

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly, Insane. Bonds: Rich, Criminal record, Family. Occupation: Scribe

Voice: Irish accent

Possessions: 20000 cp. Moss agate (4 gp). Azurite (4 gp). 4 Alchemist’s fire. 1 Tanglefoot bags.

Description: This malnourished man is dressed in earthy colors with a brown and yellow handkerchief worn on his left side. His hair is short and blonde. His eyes are a pleasant amber.

Personality: He shows great sympathy to all travelers. He's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. He is harsh and unforgiving.

History: He was born in a small plains village. 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. He now spends his time doing works of charity.

Motivation: He would like to get married and retire; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Poor, Nature, Adventurer, Has a crush. Occupation: Sculptor

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 1000 sp. Carnelian (80 gp). Red spinel (150 gp). Aquamarine (800 gp). Jade (150 gp).

Description: A middle-aged woman, she wears an entirely blue suit with white socks and a vest with buckled shoes, and is pretty ugly. Her red hair is lengthy and is close to two feet long. She has a dull look in her brown eyes.

Personality: She is intelligent and cunning, but she will too often allow her rage to get the better of her. She will lose her cool and rely on brute force to carry the day. She is used to getting what she wants. In part because she is a meticulous planner.

History: She served in the navy to pay for her family's outstanding loans. Through the years after Avelina was born, her mother became increasingly distant from her family, instead choosing to pursue power in the east. Avelina's mother didn't care for her much, and the feeling was mutual. She has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: She wants nothing more than to rejoin the army; and sabotage a competitor

Ideals: Professionalism, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Military. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Can't modulate volume

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

Description: Runty and weak-looking, he usually wears his violet robe and has his scythe always slung over his shoulder. He is bald on top and has large auburn tufts of hair around his ears. His gray eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: He believes there is no problem he cannot solve with sufficient elbow grease and persistence, if it is the best or most economic solution matters not. He is obsessed with finding treasure.

History: He is a Deep Scion in disguise. He graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. He advanced relatively quickly due to his good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and he wants nothing more than to rejoin the army

Ideals: Persistence. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer, Military. Occupation: Servant

Voice: Old thin voice

Possessions: 200 gp. Rock crystal (30 gp). Carnelian (30 gp).