Description: He wears silk and lounges about seductively, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 4'9" when asserting himself. He keeps his blonde hair in a flapper bob. His voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: He is a sleazy, sleazy guy. He has no qualms about using his powers of suggestion to get people to do what he wants. He is lazy, self-centered, vain, and jealous.

History: Traki was born into a poor family. Growing up, he dreamt of becoming a Sorcerer, to bring honor to his family’s name. When he came of age, he applied for a position with his town's local guard, looking to work his way up via merit and eventually become a Sorcerer in service of a powerful lord somewhere. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Shepherd hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. He has dedicated himself to building a better trade route.

Motivation: He has passion for adventuring and risk; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Flaws: Insane, Selfish. Bonds: Attractive, Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Smoker's lung

Possessions: Sardonyx (30 gp). Onyx (30 gp). Tourmaline (40 gp). Deep blue spinel (1600 gp).

Description: He wears tight fitting pants and leather jackets. He usually doesn't wear a shirt. His skin is fair and his fingers are delicate and long. His head has been shaved. This blue eyed northerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: He is not truly malevolent, but he is obsessed with singing. He constantly tries to fill his life with singing. Any perceived weakness will be pressed and exploited. He is seen as merciless and passionate.

History: His parents moved while he was still in utero so he is the first generation to be born here. His parents died when he was young, and he was unceremoniously dumped in the city orphanage. Heian grew up in the orphanage, tormented by the older kids and famished from lack of food. To avoid death by starvation, most orphans take to a life of crime or prostitution (often both), and so did Heian. He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: A rival would like him out of the picture.

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Criminal record, Immigrant, Adventurer. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Slow speaker

Possessions: An elaborate, whalebone scrimshaw carving of intertwined orbs, each showing the legend of creation story (50 gp). A delicate brass dragon egg (50 gp). A small bag of saffron. (50 gp). A delicate brass dragon egg (50 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1600 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is a physically imposing light-skinned man. He is renowned for his bright white suits and hats. His long auburn hair reaches down to his waist. This brown eyed southerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: He likes to fabricate stories about his past exploits and how crazy he is, but in actuality he is rather bland. He is accommodating to his spouse and as such limits his hospitality. He is brave and levelheaded in the face of danger and has proven himself a capable leader.

History: The child of a Knight, who enjoyed hunting, Peren was taken on many hunting expeditions. Over the years he perfected his riding and shooting skills. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: To find somewhere to settle down; and retire the richest man in the south

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Mundane, Ugly. Bonds: In love, Nature. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Mousy voice

Possessions: 1000 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He wears suspenders and black workpants. His shirt is blue, and he wears a heavy black leather apron most of the time. His black hair and beard is wavy and long. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are green.

Personality: He is a Miller first and foremost. He believes firmly that knowledge should be universal. A true patriot, Himo would do anything for his country. He is fiercely protective of his fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: Himo hails from a village terrorized by illithids. When Himo reached his early adolescence his Elf father passed away. Feeling disconnected from the small nearby village afterwards, he decided to travel. His rounds led him into the Army with a few individuals who would become his life-long companions. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: Many illithids want him driven away; and wants to open a new tavern

Bonds: Immigrant, Job, Military, Enemies, Rich. Occupation: Miller

Voice: Soft and melodious

Possessions: 40 pp. Solid gold idol (600 gp).

Description: Standing 5'0", this man wears a pastel costume with the symbols of magic on his torso. His hair is always cut to a buzz. His eyes are brown.

Personality: He is erratic and paranoid. He believes dire rats are coming to abduct people. He is however nostalgic and wants to reunite with his old comrades. He has some compunction and patriotism and will work for the government before all other clients.

History: His parents moved while he was still in utero so he is the first generation to be born here. Korfel was born on a far northern desert where he grew up under the tutelage of his father, an expert Assassin. He has since married many spouses, only to have them die. He claims to not be responsible.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it; and to reunite with his old friends

Bonds: Enemies, Adventurer, Immigrant, In love, Rich. Occupation: Assassin

Voice: Pronounces difficult words wrong

Possessions: 7000 sp. Lapis lazuli (13 gp). 1 Minor magic item.