Description: An older man who wears a white coat over a blue low-cut shirt, and a small hat upon his head, he is not a threatening figure. He has a small bristly mustache and wavy chestnut hair. His hazel eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: Friendly and accommodating he would invite many more into his home than his spouse would be comfortable with if they did not express concern about it. Flattery will make him almost putty in your hands.

History: He is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. He was an apprentice working in his father's forge. He knows his nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but him.

Motivation: He made a deal with a demon which lead to his current lot in life, and he's becoming increasingly nervous about it; and sabotage a competitor

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Selfish. Bonds: Rich, Job, Debt. Occupation: Dyer

Voice: Forgets to breathe while speaking

Possessions: 4000 sp.

Description: She is a paragon of her species. She is larger and stronger than most Humans. Her skin is dark but she possesses many blue ritualistic tattoos. She wears a red tunic with blue highlights, and long brown pants that bunch up around her shoes. Her white hair is still thick. Her gray eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. She has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: Stoic and calm, she prefers to meditate than take action. She will often invite strangers home for dinner and talk their ears off. She cares deeply for her spouse and does her best to make sure her guests look presentable.

History: She was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. Rosamund was a troubled youth. She spent her days as a hard laborer instead of attending school, and spent her evenings with numerous mobsters and gang members. Rosamund decided she wanted neither the life of her father nor that of the evil petty criminals she associated with. During her early adolescence, she took a sudden opportunity while working the docks and commandeered a vessel that was left unmanned. She has since married many spouses, only to have them die. She claims to not be responsible.

Motivation: A rival would like her out of the picture; and retire the richest woman in the east

Ideals: Disciplined, Optimist, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Addict. Bonds: In love, Criminal record. Occupation: Fortune-teller

Voice: Speaks with squeezed throat

Possessions: 800 gp.

Description: This woman stands a little under 4'7" and is a bit bulky. She is very muscular particularly in the legs. She wears a brown tunic with black highlights, and long white pants that bunch up around her shoes. Her hair is brown and curly. Her face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. Her spectacle hidden eyes are a deep blue.

Personality: Her tongue was cut out and she uses sign language. She is kind towards other women and children and will generally offer women help without question. Others will generally need to prove themselves to her.

History: She was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of her parents. A gifted student she started as a Bricklayer, but she got bored and became a Merchant. She ran away from her former home and has been making her living as a Merchant for the past few years.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor; and she feels threatened by others

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Disease, Ugly, Fearful. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Gruff and masculine

Possessions: 100 gp.

Description: He wears long strands of topaz and short yellow dresses (or suits) accompanied by the proper stockings and shoes, with gloves of varying lengths. He cuts an attractive figure and his suit of old armor is well cared for even if it is obsolete. His brown hair is thinning but still full. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his green eyes.

Personality: Chad hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate him. It was this clingy personality that held back his writing career. To his fellows he is seen as friendly and intelligent, but is angry and unforgiving to the so called fatcats and any who do and have associated with them.

History: He was born into a rich family. He inherited a moderately successful company from his mother. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. He leaves a trail of broken hearts and full pockets wherever he goes.

Motivation: He wants revenge against gnolls; and revenge

Ideals: Artistic. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Enemies. Occupation: Brewer

Voice: Speaks fast with a slight lisp

Possessions: 700 gp. Deep blue spinel (700 gp). Fire opal (1600 gp). Lapis lazuli (16 gp). Aquamarine (700 gp).