Description: An imposing woman with a heavy stainless steel prosthetic right hand, she wears tight fitting pants and leather jackets. She usually doesn't wear a shirt. Her hair, while still mostly auburn, has prominent grey streaks. Her hazel eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. She has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: She is quite gentle and does not know the full extent of her strength. She works very hard to maintain that gentleness. She dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. Her biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: Her parents moved while she was still in utero so she is the first generation to be born here. A few years later when the north was not economically sound they moved to her current location. She left for the east, certain she would find work there.

Motivation: She is compelled to act according to her religious beliefs.

Ideals: Disciplined, Logical. Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Immigrant, Religious. Occupation: Barkeep

Voice: Mousy voice

Possessions: 300 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: 5'2" and muscular, this northern woman typically wears black cloth garments or leather armor. She sports black long hair. Her skin is flawless and her violet eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: She barks her statements quickly and with little fuss. She prefers small words and is at her heart utilitarian. She has a taste for the finer things and spends a great deal of money on luxuries, some more exotic than others.

History: Eloise hails from a village terrorized by illithids. She inherited a moderately successful company from her father. Under her leadership it has flourished, and using capital from her venture she effectively owns an entire region. She has built up a small fortune and can afford her own way.

Motivation: Revenge.

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Terse. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Enemies. Occupation: Layabout

Voice: Draws out vowels

Possessions: 500 gp. Lapis lazuli (9 gp). Rock crystal (70 gp).

Description: She is of a modest build and height, but she carries herself more imposing than she is. She wears blue painted combat armor at almost all times. She sports a flattop hair cut. She has a dull look in her green eyes.

Personality: Mary wants to be seen as a stoic, levelheaded, noble Paladin, so she tries to act the part. She does a good job, for the most part... She does not mind isolation but does not hate company and attempts to receive them as best as possible.

History: Mary was born into a poor family. Growing up, she dreamt of becoming a Paladin, to bring honor to her family’s name. When she came of age, she applied for a position with her town's local guard, looking to work her way up via merit and eventually become a Paladin in service of a powerful lord somewhere. She was an adventurer many years ago and she formed a blood bond with her Human companion (her 'brother'). When she grew older, she became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. She began work as a mercenary for hire. She would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: She has passion for adventuring and risk; and she's looking for her big break

Ideals: Disciplined, Extrovert. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Interpreter

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 100 gp. Freshwater pearl (8 gp). Obsidian (8 gp).

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright green and yellow, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. His moppish auburn hair is in a traditional bowl cut. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: Cocky and sure of himself, he believes he is the best Masseuse born in the past three hundred years. Energy wise he seems alert and responsive.

History: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. He worked as a nervous Masseuse and found it very stressful. He's also a talented Shepherd, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: He possesses a valuable artifact that the thieves guild wishes to steal; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Professionalism. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Job, Criminal record. Occupation: Masseuse

Voice: French accent

Possessions: 6000 sp. Golden yellow topaz (1100 gp). Star ruby (1100 gp).