Description: 5'9" and muscular, this southern woman is armored in gleaming platemail with gilded edges. A flowing black cape and mantle trimmed with soft white waves gently in the breeze. She wears a wide-brimmed hat to hide her balding. Her fierce gray eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: She is quiet and anti-social and can barely make it a few minutes in conversation before her hampering stammer kicks in. She has a minor phobia of water and hates getting wet.

History: Vicky was born in the south. At a young age she loved to build and create. In her 19th year, while out on a day-trip, she returned to find her hometown burning and destroyed. She found her mother impaled in their home, and her father beheaded. She saw the woman who walked out, and charged her in a blind rage. The woman easily evaded and defeated her, leaving her to live broken and terrified. 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: She is greedy; and she has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Athletic, Persistence. Flaws: Shy, Fearful. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Assassin

Voice: Posh accent

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: Runty and weak-looking, he wears violet leather gloves, a violet jacket, and tight pants. His hair is cut close to his head. His violet eyes peer out from beneath his small violet hat.

Personality: He is a Map Maker first and foremost. He believes firmly that knowledge should be universal. He pushes his goals aggressively. He is also a coward if confronted.

History: He was born to loving parents in a slum to the west. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He has achieved small success as a Map Maker.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs; and he is terrified, and will act out of fear

Flaws: Ugly, Fearful. Bonds: Poor, Job, Religious. Occupation: Map Maker

Voice: Draws out vowels

Possessions: 700 gp.

Description: He tends to wear a heavy leather apron. Coupled with his rolled up shirt sleeves this gives him a very relaxed look. He has a moderate pudge and is not very fit. He has a long black beard with little hanging trinkets. His amber eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: He tends to agree with only himself unless someone else's opinion sounds like he can profit from it. He tries to control his temper but he can't always stop himself from what he feels what must be done. He is always in debt, since he spends his money on lavish parties and gifts for friends

History: He was a bastard born out of an affair, and his father always resented and mistreated him for it out of spite. At some point he was captured by illithids and was tortured. After several years of this he finally managed to escape. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to illithids demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: To reunite with his old friends; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Flaws: Antagonistic, Impulsive. Bonds: Slave, Enemies, Adventurer. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Irish accent

Possessions: 300 gp.

Description: She has a missing right arm. She is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers her face most of the time. Sporting a golden mohawk this woman's hair draws a lot of attention. Her green eyes peer out from beneath her feathered pastel hat.

Personality: She considers herself the protector of her home. She feels this is her duty and calling. As long as the job gets done she does not care how it got done.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious northern family, she was no stranger to responsibility. She dropped out of school before completing her studies. She routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: Her religion dominates her actions; and she has a rivalry with the church that dominates her actions

Ideals: Professionalism, Logical. Bonds: Guardian, Religious. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Soothing and warm

Possessions: 30000 cp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.