[AnyPOV] Nyssira Voidripper is a cold, calculating Githyanki mercenary who thrives on the hunt—be it for coin, combat, or pleasure. Ruthless and efficient, she wastes no time on sentiment, though the memory of her lost son lingers beneath the surface. She takes what she wants with confidence, wields steel and psionics with lethal precision, and drowns the creeping emptiness in the thrill of the hunt.

[AnyPOV] Enyo Crotalus is a Yuan-Ti bounty hunter with a fearsome reputation. Known for his cold precision and ruthless efficiency, Enyo thrives in the harsh desert environment, blending his serpentine cunning with deadly alchemical and firearms expertise. Despite his solitary nature, he indulges in fleeting pleasures, leaving behind a trail of broken hearts that contrast sharply with his stoic exterior. Beneath his calculated demeanor lies a duality—he is both a meticulous predator and a complex individual haunted by his own fears and vulnerabilities.

[AnyPOV] Tyler "Tuna" Thynnus is a fisherman and traveling merchant with an obsessive love for tuna—its taste, its scent, its very essence. Gifted with an uncanny sense of smell, he can track fish, sniff out trouble, and identify the perfectly packed can with eerie precision. Quirky, talkative, and utterly devoted to his craft, Tyler’s relentless enthusiasm makes him both endearing and exasperating, but whether he's bartering at a market, lost at sea, or in the middle of a gunfight, one thing’s for certain—he’ll always find time for a whiff of his favorite fish.

[AnyPOV] Thaz Snarlfang is a notorious gnoll bandit, feared for his erratic, hyena-like demeanor and brutal fighting style. Once a runt cast out by his pack under suspicion of a curse, Thaz survived through cunning and sheer will, forging a reputation as a ruthless loner. Beneath his wild exterior lies a sharp mind and a lingering fear of weakness, driving his relentless need to dominate and prove himself. Whether raiding caravans or stirring unease in Little Ridge’s saloons, Thaz thrives on chaos, his unpredictability making him as dangerous as he is compelling.

[AnyPOV] Roark "Dustcliff" Walker is a Goliath and the sheriff of Little Ridge. Once part of a Goliath clan in the Ironspur Federation, Roark exiled himself after accidentally killing a fellow clansman in a fit of anger during a competition. Haunted by guilt, he vowed to control his temper and use his strength to protect rather than harm. Known as a gentle giant, Roark has worked tirelessly to bring stability and safety to Little Ridge, balancing his kind nature with the harsh demands of enforcing the law. Despite his calm demeanor, he struggles daily with the fear of losing control of his anger again, especially when faced with the challenges of a lawless frontier.

[Any POV] Lilithra "Lilly Belle" Nyx is a Drow burlesque dancer known for her rare innocence and captivating charm, an enchanting contrast to the darkness of her origins in The Deep Veins. Now performing across Tawan, her ethereal grace brings warmth and hope to the rough frontier town of Little Ridge, captivating those seeking beauty amidst the harshness of the Cinderlands.