Description: A woman with a warm, jovial air about her, she wears a shirt that is too small, which lets her gut show, with a ratty black coat over it. She has wavy auburn hair. Her eyes are likewise green.

Personality: Here is a woman who knows she is the smartest in the room. She talks down to others constantly. She is a ruthless business woman, a trait she acquired from her father.

History: Born in the west her family was never financially stable. She took after her father in leading caravans. Because they were valued, her father taught her to defend herself. When her father died while fighting dire rats, the young Hadwisa began to lead the lost caravan. She was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: She wants revenge against dire rats; and retire the richest woman in the west

Ideals: Impeccable, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Enemies. Occupation: Baker

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: 600 gp. Violet garnet (600 gp). Azurite (10 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: She wears an old set of leather armor, nicked and torn by the ravages of time and battle, and she perpetually has her morningstar ready. Her moppish red hair is in a traditional bowl cut. She has violet eyes and a white hat with a black feather.

Personality: Deceptive and manipulative this southern gal figured out how to best use her charms to convince people to do what she wants. She is cautious and jumpy. She reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

History: She was raised happily, as a normal child born to her mother and father. Her mother taught her the rudiments of the Body Guard arts, while her father instructed her in etiquette, music and courtly manner. She has chosen to use the inheritance that was left to her frivolously. Recently a tribe of dire rats attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Juliana fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: She has money and likes to spend it; and money/treasure

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Rich. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Middle-eastern accent

Possessions: 100 gp. 4 Tanglefoot bags. 4 Tanglefoot bags. 4 Alchemist’s fire. 3 Acid flasks.

Description: He wears dark leathers with embroidery. He is portly but not overly obese. His chestnut hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: Aggressive, abrasive, and angry, Rolf embodies much of what other species detest in the Humans. Any perceived weakness will be pressed and exploited. He is seen as merciless and passionate.

History: He was a bastard born out of an affair, and his mother always resented and mistreated him for it out of spite. 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 spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: Obtaining odd cultural Human artifacts is his passion; and he has passion for adventuring and risk

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Criminal record, Adventurer. Occupation: Butcher

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 100 gp. Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (600 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (600 gp). Finely wrought small gold bracelet (70 gp).

Description: She wears a yellow cloak and cross-gartered black stockings. She cuts an attractive figure and her suit of old armor is well cared for even if it is obsolete. Her long golden hair reaches down to her waist. She tend to wears goggles to shield her eyes.

Personality: She likes to brag about her accomplishments and constantly tries to beat others to the punch. She is always in debt, since she spends her money on lavish parties and gifts for friends

History: Griselda was born the youngest of three triplets. Being born in the east, she completed her medical training abroad so as to avoid the war. She returned after the war having achieved medical proficiency. She was a general practitioner in the east for years, until she, through no fault of her own, lost a patient who had a very powerful family. Rather than risk reprisal she made her way north. She has been saving her money to try and buy her brother's freedom.

Motivation: Wants to raise her children well.

Ideals: Passionate. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Attractive, Family. Occupation: Assassin

Voice: Old thin voice

Possessions: Just what you see.