Description: Her right thumb is blackened and bruised, but otherwise she appears quite healthy. She is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers her face most of the time. She has slicked back chestnut hair. Her face is scarred and worn.

Personality: Here is a woman who knows she is the smartest in the room. She talks down to others constantly. She is terrible with names forgetting people's names several times before they finally stick; this causes her no end of embarrassment.

History: She comes from a rich western family. She couldn't stand her childhood mentor and eventually formed a pact with her mentor's previously failed apprentice to rebel. When their plan failed the mentor lashed out against both of them and fled. She was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: She doesn't get along with people that don't share her tastes; and she feels the way she acts is they only way to get by in the world

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly, Forgetful. Bonds: Rich, Mentor. Occupation: Tailor

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: 400 gp. Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (800 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (800 gp). Solid gold idol (800 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (50 gp).

Description: He is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. His attire stands in sharp contrast to his shield, which is beautifully polished and possesses an ornate carving of a butterfly on it. His hair is short and auburn. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: He is quiet and anti-social and can barely make it a few minutes in conversation before his hampering stammer kicks in. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: Guy was born the youngest of three triplets. His father disappeared, and while he tried to raise money to find his father, he was betrayed dozens of times. He has gone from town to town working and never settling down anywhere, but has fallen for a local Dyer. He hasn't told them the truth, but wants to settle down with them.

Motivation: Many dire rats want him driven away; and he would like to get married and retire

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Shy, Hedonist. Bonds: Family, Has a crush, Enemies. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Spits words with contempt

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: This late middle aged woman typically wears a sleeveless long coat of deep red leather and dull brown iron scale mail and is in decent physical shape. She wears her hair in dreadlocks. She is very pretty but has cold, dead eyes.

Personality: She has a massive crush on the younger sibling of the Shipwright who has hired her part-time. She is a big fan of imagination and believes people should spend more time reading and writing.

History: She was born in the west, but her parents moved at a very young age to the east. Her family was turned out during the war. She and her family wandered west to less war torn lands. She has recently attracted an admirer that believes she's playing hard to get.

Motivation: She's in love.

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: PTSD. Bonds: Attractive, Has a crush, Immigrant. Occupation: Shipwright

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 3000 sp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Wearing a closed helm and plate, one would not know what he was had he not made sure his armor was more form fitting than normal. Outside of the suit he wears just a tan suit. His red hair is singed and shortened. His eyes are likewise gray.

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 raised happily, as a normal child born to his mother and father. His mother taught him the rudiments of the Barrister arts, while his father instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. 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 was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He is greedy.

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Impulsive. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Barrister

Voice: Relaxed voice

Possessions: 5000 sp. 1 Antitoxin.