Description: A man of a pale complexion, he is generally shirtless and showing off his tattooed chest. He has wavy white fur. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He is quiet and anti-social and can barely make it a few minutes in conversation before his hampering stammer kicks in. He is a bit of a macho man and will challenge people to random contests of strength and skill, and invite them to random hunting and fishing trip.

History: When he was but 8 years old his parents immigrated from the south. His father took him hunting and taught him how to get in the mind of other creatures. He was always very intelligent and has formed a secret society of philosophers.

Motivation: Several ex partners dislike his way of doing things and want revenge; and a deep hatred of orcs

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Shy, Secretive. Bonds: Nature, Immigrant, Enemies. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: 4000 gp. Malachite (4 gp). Amethyst (50 gp). Lapis lazuli (4 gp). Malachite (4 gp). Rich purple corundum (1500 gp). Hematite (4 gp).

Description: His left side is far more bruised and cut up than his other. He is wearing a tight pastel one piece outfit complete with pants, hood, and a cape. He sports a long brown beard, and similarly colored long hair. He has several tiny opal earrings on each ear.

Personality: He can speak with the recently deceased. He is kind towards other men and children and will generally offer men help without question. Others will generally need to prove themselves to him.

History: He was raised in a desert tribe. Ostracized due to the psionic powers of his oldest brother, he and his siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Half-Elves became a terror of the countryside. He now spends his time doing works of charity.

Motivation: Money/treasure.

Ideals: Gifted, Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Nature. Occupation: Actor

Voice: Forgets to breathe while speaking

Possessions: 800 gp. 1 Half-Plate. 1 Masterwork Heavy steel shield.

Description: This younger middle-aged man likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather, and a wedding ring on his right hand. His hair is cut close to his head. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his brown eyes.

Personality: He considers himself the protector of his home. He feels this is his duty and calling. Energy wise he seems alert and responsive.

History: A powerful brothel owner made him what he is. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. He has since married many spouses, only to have them die. He claims to not be responsible.

Motivation: Wishes to resurrect an old love; and to protect his home

Ideals: Professionalism. Bonds: In love, Attractive, Guardian, Mentor. Occupation: Dyer

Voice: Smoker's lung

Possessions: Violet garnet (600 gp).

Description: He is a mite stocky and likes to wear ponchos typically of a light brown in addition to tight pants. His hair is golden, silky, and of moderate length. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: He is a very happy person and has lots of energy. To put it simply, he's a very lovable idiot. He is a bit of a xeno-phobe, disliking non-Gnomes.

History: His divine talent manifested at a young age. Aiming to upstage a rival house, his parents had him trained. When he came of age, he joined a caravan that would eventually take him to the capital. He would practice along the way and, when he arrived, be apprenticed to a Cook. He has worked as a Cook like his father before him.

Motivation: He wants to meet his childhood hero; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Optimist, Gifted. Flaws: Racist. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Cook

Voice: French accent

Possessions: 100 gp.

Description: He is in excellent shape and prefers to wear black clothing when he does not wear armor. His brown hair is heavily combed to the left. He has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. He wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: He has schizophrenia that causes him to hear things that aren't there and will sometimes respond to them. He is able to make almost anything out of random pieces of junk.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. He found a children's book about a Halfling Fighter 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 has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to illithids demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: Wishes to resurrect an old love; and a deep hatred of illithids

Ideals: Athletic, Gifted. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Adventurer, Enemies, In love. Occupation: Performer

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: 1400 gp.