Description: This petite short man is perpetually holding a tea of some kind. He wears a shirt that is too small, which lets his gut show, with a ratty blue coat over it, marred by teas. His silver hair is cut short. He has blue eyes.

Personality: He has a very dry and sarcastic sense of humor. He is not one for noise or eating so much, which is in direct contrast with his big mouthed big gutted partner. His partner is his best friend in the world. The two are very close despite being more or less each other's opposites. A true patriot, Orryn would do anything for his country. He is fiercely protective of his fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Orryn was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. A freak accident while working with his Soapmaker mother left him crippled. During his travels, Orryn and his party rested in a cavern that was (unknown to them) infused with powerful dark magic. Upon awakening, Orryn discovered the rest of his party dead, transformed into horrible, mindless undead versions of their former selves. Orryn fled the cavern, stopping for breath at a small pool, and only then realizing his own horrible transformation.

Motivation: Obtaining odd cultural Gnomish artifacts is his passion.

Flaws: Ugly, Disease. Bonds: Adventurer, Military, Mentor. Occupation: Cook

Voice: Aggressive tone

Possessions: 100 pp. Moonstone (60 gp). Azurite (9 gp). Golden pearl (40 gp). Star rose quartz (60 gp). Silver pearl (40 gp). Obsidian (9 gp). Lapis lazuli (9 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A stocky darker skinned man, he wears skinny pants and wears a black and grey robe with the hood down. He has dyed his greying auburn hair a little too much giving a sharp auburn color. His face is scarred and worn.

Personality: While he is on the job, he is grim and serious. He understands how dangerous the world is and the need to stay safe. He constantly seizes attention wherever he goes and has come to expect this respect from everyone. He likes to think of himself as merciful, but nonetheless is very strict.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious southern family, he was no stranger to responsibility. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He now has a substantial network of resources ranging from contacts to ships to peers.

Motivation: He is being blackmailed/forced/etc and this influences his actions; and he has a rivalry with the church that dominates his actions

Ideals: Impeccable, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Criminal record, Religious. Occupation: Servant

Voice: Low rumbling, strings words together

Possessions: 100 pp. 1 Half-Plate. 1 Banded mail. 1 Half-Plate.

Description: The light-skinned man stands 6'2" and is wearing a long, green cloak. He wears his hair in dreadlocks. He tend to wears goggles to shield his eyes.

Personality: He is mildly Human supremacist, though he does not identify as such. He dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. His biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: Adam was born the youngest of three triplets. Before the accident, he was one of the most outspoken anti-Human activists. He was mortally wounded, saved by a kind and fast-acting Human doctor. He has dedicated himself to building a better trade route.

Motivation: He feels the way he acts is they only way to get by in the world; and meet up once more with his childhood friend

Ideals: Logical, Impeccable. Flaws: Racist. Bonds: Family, Adventurer. Occupation: Slave Trader

Voice: Uses sign language

Possessions: 200 sp. Silver comb with moonstones (300 gp).

Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. His black fur is knotted and matted. His half smiles and amber eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

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. Sweet enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for his love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: Sweet was born with his mother's beautiful face. He took every job he could get his hands on, but the opportunities for Tabaxis in the east were limited. He left for the east, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved; and find a way to reverse the transformation of his sister

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Optimist. Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Immigrant, Attractive. Occupation: Sage

Voice: Speaks with back of mouth

Possessions: 400 gp. Black pearl (1200 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is an exceptionally muscular looking southern young adult. He wears a white vest and prefers brown and yellow shirts. His boots appear to have been at one point steel toed but are quite worn down. Beneath his clothing is a huge mess of scar tissue. His chestnut hair is braided into rings. His eyes are red and catlike.

Personality: He is calm most of the time but flees social interaction. He will pursue extreme courses of action in the short term, confident that they cannot fail.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Stableman hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. He remains aloof and afraid to be himself due to all the ideals others have placed upon him.

Motivation: He is currently in port desperately looking for someone to get him out.

Flaws: Ugly, Shy, Impulsive. Bonds: Slave, Poor. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Low range voice

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