Description: His skin has the orange glow of too much sun. He has the majority of his body covered in plate. He wears a wide-brimmed hat to hide his balding. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. He takes great joy in being the best Merchant in town.

History: A studious child he never was much for a social life, not because he was unlikable, but because he did not seek it out. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). He became a Merchant soon after.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Optimist, Gifted. Bonds: Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Uses sign language

Possessions: 40000 cp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This slender woman stands about 5'8". She dresses well, wearing black shirts, loose pants, and blazers most of the time. Her chestnut hair has been sun bleached extensively. Her eyes are likewise brown. Her teeth are white and perfect.

Personality: She is curt in most of her responses. She prefers to keep her word usage to a minimum to avoid giving away unnecessary information. She is an amazing painter.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious eastern family, she was no stranger to responsibility. Giselle 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. Giselle decided she wanted neither the life of her mother 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. As of late she has set up a hidden staging nest where she ambushes people she hires for escort.

Motivation: She has decided she is irredeemable; and seeks redemption

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Religious, Criminal record. Occupation: Shipwright

Voice: Speaks with squeezed throat

Possessions: 600 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A 5'3" eastern man, he prefers to wear violet clothing when he does not wear armor. His white hair is drawn into a tight pony tail with a rose scrunchie. His green eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: He is overprotective of those who hire his services. He loves his children and doesn't want them to worry about him. He loves to share his music with anyone who is interested.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. His mother disappeared, and while he tried to raise money to find his mother, he was betrayed dozens of times. He has worked as a Spice Merchant like his mother before him.

Motivation: His spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion; and money/treasure

Ideals: Artistic, Entrepeneur. Bonds: Guardian, Family, Job, Rich. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 100 gp. Rich purple corundum (1000 gp). White opal (1000 gp). Carnelian (20 gp). Violet garnet (800 gp).

Description: This late middle aged woman typically wears brown cloth garments or leather armor and is in decent physical shape. She has a very tight haircut. She has a tattooed face.

Personality: She likes to brag about her accomplishments and constantly tries to beat others to the punch. She would rather hide behind her crafts than deal with other people.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Adelaide grew up listening to her father's many stories. She has had some formal painting training, and achieved minor success. She was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: To reunite with her old friends; and she has passion for adventuring and risk

Ideals: Passionate, Artistic. Flaws: Shy, Ugly. Bonds: Adventurer. Occupation: Brewer

Voice: Stutters

Possessions: 100 gp. Rock crystal (20 gp). Fire opal (1200 gp). Citrine (20 gp). Brown-green garnet (40 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.