Description: A woman with a friendly, welcoming air about her, she is renowned for her bright black dresses and hats. Her head has been shaved. Her eyes are a pleasant amber.

Personality: She is enamored with her job. She loves it. She likes the challenge and she likes helping those less fortunate than her. She enjoys reading and quiet.

History: She was born to a criminal king-pin and mafia family She sought a place where she would be rewarded solely on the merits of her skills. This search led her directly into Crown-heir work with an outfit from a few towns over. Crown-heir work suited her well, and with each successful project, she earned more gold and more respect from her peers. She tends to her Crown-heir job now, and dutifully fulfills any obligations she has.

Motivation: A rival would like her out of the picture; and wants her loneliness to end

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job, Criminal record, Has a crush. Occupation: Crown-heir

Voice: German accent

Possessions: 800 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A woman with a friendly, welcoming air about her, she sports pastel clothing, slightly heavier than average wear. Her brown hair is greasy and uncared for. She has a tattooed face.

Personality: She is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help her friends. She considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. She believes the world needs to unite to get rid of brigands once and for all.

History: She was born in a small forest village. Her mother was a soldier and died while she was still young. Mary was left her mother's suit of armor and trained in its use and care. Since then, she has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: She wants nothing more than to rejoin the army; and many brigands want her driven away

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Enemies, Nature, Military. Occupation: Detective

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 100 gp. Amethyst (160 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: The man speaks with an almost imperceptible accent. He seems to always be the slightest bit damp as if he got out from a pool a few moments ago. He typically wears red cloth garments or leather armor. He wears a Stetson hat to hide his balding. He has a tattooed face.

Personality: He considers himself the protector of his home. He feels this is his duty and calling. He is vehemently anti-magic. All of it is evil and corrupting in his opinion.

History: He was born in the west, but his parents moved at a very young age to the east. 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's also a talented Unemployed, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: He is greedy; and he is unsatisfied with his job

Ideals: Opinionated. Bonds: Immigrant, Guardian, Rich, Job. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Forgets to breathe while speaking

Possessions: 2000 sp. Black pearl (1200 gp). Amber (140 gp). Moonstone (70 gp).

Description: Her left thumb is blackened and bruised, but otherwise she appears quite healthy. She wears a simple brown robe with white stripes complete with hood. Her golden hair is cut short. She has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. She wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: She believes there is no problem she cannot solve with sufficient elbow grease and persistence, if it is the best or most economic solution matters not. When she's not drinking or sleeping the drinks off, she's doing singing.

History: From birth she was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. She was part of a huge silver rush, which was taken over by a mining company. The company confiscated a lot of silver, but the shipment was lost. She became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: A rival would like her out of the picture; and meet up once more with her childhood friend

Ideals: Persistence, Artistic. Bonds: Mentor, Adventurer, Criminal record. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Pirate accent

Possessions: 700 gp.