Description: This petite short man is perpetually holding a beer of some kind. He sports grey clothing, slightly heavier than average wear, marred by beers. He has a very tight haircut. He has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. He wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

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. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: A studious child he never was much for a social life, not because he was unlikable, but because he did not seek it out. His first spouse was a Bricklayer, they had one son, but his spouse won total custody. Without his spouse to temper him he grew out of control. He has since lost track of the people in his past.

Motivation: His relatives are trying to arrange a marriage.

Ideals: Optimist, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Hedonist. Bonds: Family. Occupation: Miner

Voice: Soft and melodious

Possessions: 140 gp. Rock crystal (40 gp).

Description: He wears a black collared shirt and violet pants. He accessorizes with a green scarf around the waist and a strap diagonally across his shirt. He has relatively light skin and is very physically imposing due to his abundance of muscles. His long silver hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. His gray eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: He has schizophrenia that causes him to hear things that aren't there and will sometimes respond to them. Anthony is a bit of a follower. Usually he is manipulated by his sisters into helping them out, but recently he has become more of a free agent.

History: Anthony was born in the east. At a young age he loved to build and create. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Actor work with an outfit from a few towns over. Actor work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He then took over the family business and is one of the better Actor for hire.

Motivation: He is unsatisfied with his job; and he is a bit of a kleptomaniac

Ideals: Persistence. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Family, Job, Criminal record. Occupation: Actor

Voice: Speaks with a cold

Possessions: 70 gp.

Description: A moderately attractive man, he wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. His silver hair is lengthy. His gray eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. He has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: He is extraordinarily passive and rarely speaks, let alone speaks his mind. He spends most of his days drinking in the Inn, the rowdiest and most dangerous establishment in town. There he gambles, wrestles and listens to stories told by travelers.

History: He is a Hag in disguise. He found a children's book about a Halfling Aristocrat 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 been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: He desires power and/or immortality; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Addict, Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer. Occupation: Marshal

Voice: Pronounces difficult words wrong

Possessions: 200 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: His skin has the orange glow of too much sun. He dresses well, typically a more casual-formal manner. He has wavy silver hair. He has a dull look in his green eyes.

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 very protective of his business, his home, and his spouse. He is willing to work with less than legal methods but maintains the front of legitimacy.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: He uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs; and money/treasure

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Criminal record, Rich. Occupation: Sailor

Voice: Spanish accent

Possessions: 600 gp. Tiger eye turquoise (16 gp). Bloodstone (70 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is a paragon of his species. He is larger and stronger than most Halflings. His skin is dark but he possesses many blue ritualistic tattoos. He prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for his hunting needs. His small hat is riddled with cuts and holes. He is missing an eye and his face is severely sunburned. His one remaining eye shines green.

Personality: He runs his personal life as if detached from it. He organizes appointments and outings based on perceived benefits he will get from it. Around other people he will do his best to conceal his emotions and appear jolly.

History: He comes from a rich southern family. Ostracized due to the martial powers of his oldest sister, he and his siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Halflings became a terror of the countryside. He hasn't been sleeping well lately.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it; and to get a good night's sleep

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Selfish, Shy, Insomniac. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Slow speaker

Possessions: 200 gp.