Description: An older man who does not wear sleeves and tends to eschew shirts when he can avoid it, he is not a threatening figure. His purple hair is matted, messy, and big. His eyes are a pleasant red.

Personality: He is calm most of the time but flees social interaction. He is however greedy and will demand payment and proof of collateral's value and will produce a merchant's scale to make sure he is not cheated out of a speck.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. Being born in the north, he completed his medical training abroad so as to avoid the war. He returned after the war having achieved medical proficiency. He was a general practitioner in the north for years, until he, through no fault of his own, lost a patient who had a very powerful family. Rather than risk reprisal he made his way east. By chance he met his sister recently and the two have been together since.

Motivation: An old rival family wants him found.

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Poor, Family. Occupation: Miner

Voice: Jittery and nervous

Possessions: 7000 gp. A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (70 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (3000 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (700 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1700 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (3000 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (70 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Jeweled gold crown (4000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (70 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1500 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (700 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (70 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1700 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (400 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (2000 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (3000 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (2000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1700 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (4000 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He is of a modest build and height, but he carries himself more imposing than he is. He dresses in collared shirts and wears a proper scarf over his head. His auburn hair is long and unkept. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: He seems absolutely devoid of it. He stares off into space and will respond with overly literal and minimalist answers to questions. He is a great chef.

History: When he was but 7 years old his parents immigrated from the east. He graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. He advanced relatively quickly due to his good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. Unlike his family, who was content to work in a sleepy main town, he wanted to work in the city. He has been working here for the past few years.

Motivation: He seems to be bored by most things; and to end his boredom

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Mundane. Bonds: Immigrant, Military. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Gruff and masculine

Possessions: 150 gp. Jade (90 gp).

Description: This exceptionally lanky man wears baggy pastel pantaloons and a yellow scarf. He has a small bristly mustache and wavy auburn hair. His green eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: Aggressive, abrasive, and angry, Qualen embodies much of what other species detest in the Gnomes. He has a taste for the finer things and spends a great deal of money on luxuries, some more exotic than others.

History: Heir to a fortune, his parents put a great deal of effort into curing his disease. He struck it rich when he found rare goods in large quantities. After months of barely getting by, Qualen managed to ambush a major caravan with a load of valuables. Instantly wealthy, he made his way to the capital under a new identity.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and to reunite with his old friends

Flaws: Antagonistic, Disease. Bonds: Rich, Criminal record, Adventurer. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: 500 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He wears a brown costume with the symbols of death on his torso. His attire stands in sharp contrast to his flail, which is beautifully polished and possesses an ornate carving of a cross on it. His black hair is lengthy. His eyes are amber and beady.

Personality: He is almost excessively polite to everyone, even when angry. On top of that he is swayed by a pretty face, and while loyalty to his employer will always come first he doesn't like to hit women.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. A freak accident while working with his Sage mother left him crippled. He has recently attracted an admirer that believes he's playing hard to get.

Motivation: He's attracted to the PC.

Flaws: Ugly, Shy, Disease. Bonds: Has a crush, Adventurer. Occupation: Glassblower

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: 300 gp. Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (700 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.