Description: He wears long strands of amethyst and short yellow dresses (or suits) accompanied by the proper stockings and shoes, with gloves of varying lengths. His auburn hair is lengthy. He has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. He wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: He is a Bookbinder first and foremost. He believes firmly that knowledge should be universal. He never wears the same outfit twice, unless he absolutely has to.

History: Born in the west to a Bookbinder, Halimath learned a great deal about his father's area of expertise. After coming to the age of reason, Halimath took it upon himself to study the arcane arts in their entirety; because of this, he was labeled a dark omen and banished from his homeland. He has worked as a Bookbinder like his father before him.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and he is greedy

Ideals: Artistic, Gifted. Bonds: Rich, Job. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Smoker's lung

Possessions: 390 gp. 1 Bullseye lantern.

Description: She wears a fine chain shirt which she covers with black colored cloaks and clothing. She has wavy dark red hair. Her face possesses mild wrinkles. Her smile is extraordinarily sincere though she does not smile often.

Personality: She is envious of other's things. She hoards treasure, art, food, wine, and anything that she so desires. She has a hair trigger and will fly into rage over the tiniest perceived slights.

History: She served in the navy to pay for her family's outstanding loans. She graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. She advanced relatively quickly due to her good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. She has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: She doesn't get along with people that don't share her tastes; and nothing but the best is good enough for her

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Greedy, Antagonistic. Bonds: Military, Job. Occupation: Sellsword

Voice: Old thin voice

Possessions: 60 gp. Malachite (15 gp).

Description: The man speaks with an almost imperceptible accent. He seems to always be the slightest bit damp as if he got out from a pool a few moments ago. He dresses in collared shirts and wears a proper scarf over his head. His hair is short and black. His eyes are amber and catlike.

Personality: He is quite gentle and does not know the full extent of his strength. He works very hard to maintain that gentleness. He is vehemently anti-magic. All of it is evil and corrupting in his opinion.

History: Born in the south his family was never financially stable. He dropped out of school before completing his studies. He left for the south, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and he wants to meet his childhood hero

Ideals: Disciplined, Opinionated, Logical. Bonds: Immigrant, Poor. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Sensual and smooth

Possessions: 100 gp.

Description: A man of a pale complexion, he is dressed in a clean black cloak covering his clean studded leather. He wears a colorful flower in his red crest. He is baby faced.

Personality: He is a Spice Merchant first and foremost. He believes firmly that knowledge should be universal. 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. As a very small child his family refused to pay dues to a local crime lord, who ordered them killed. His mother, a somewhat powerful mage sought to protect him and cast a teleportation spell that whisked him away. He inherited the family business which he has now maintained for 6 years.

Motivation: He possesses a valuable artifact that the thieves guild wishes to steal; and his spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion

Bonds: Attractive, Job, Criminal record, Immigrant, Family. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 80 gp.