Description: A man with a friendly, welcoming air about him, he wears light armors faded through time and improper care. He has moderate length brown hair. His green eyes peer out from beneath his feathered brown hat.

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 tends to be very friendly, and is drawn to music, the smells of food and wine, and out-door festivals.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious southern family, he was no stranger to responsibility. A few years later when the west was not economically sound they moved to his current location. He left for the south, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs; and he has a rivalry with the church that dominates his actions

Ideals: Optimist. Bonds: Attractive, Religious, Immigrant. Occupation: Sage

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: 90 gp. Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (200 gp).

Description: A man with a warm, jovial air about him, he wears tattered old clothes. His hair is cut close to his head. He has several tiny amber earrings on each ear.

Personality: He considers himself the protector of his home. He feels this is his duty and calling. He loves his children and doesn't want them to worry about him. He loves to share his music with anyone who is interested.

History: Patrick was born the youngest of three triplets. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: To unite with his sister; and wants to raise his children well

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Guardian, Family. Occupation: Miller

Voice: Scandinavian accent

Possessions: 3000 cp. 1 Darkwood Buckler.

Description: 5'9" and lanky with angular features, she is an attractive figure. She wears tight fitting pants and leather jackets. She usually doesn't wear a shirt. She wears a broad hat to hide her balding. She has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. She wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: She does not believe in betrayal or weakness as things to be tolerated. She has zero loyalty and will suck up to whomever is within range, in the hopes of being moved to a better position.

History: From birth she was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. In her 16th year, while out on a day-trip, she returned to find her hometown burning and destroyed. She found her father impaled in their home, and her mother beheaded. She saw the woman who walked out, and charged her in a blind rage. The woman easily evaded and defeated her, leaving her to live broken and terrified. She has never given up on her writing dream.

Motivation: She wants to meet her childhood hero; and obtaining odd cultural elven artifacts is her passion

Ideals: Justice, Artistic. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Mentor, Adventurer. Occupation: Guard

Voice: Complex vocabulary, royal

Possessions: 80 gp.

Description: He wears tattered old clothes. His black hair is singed and shortened. He wears an eyepatch.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. He is a big fan of imagination and believes people should spend more time reading and writing.

History: Born in the north his family was never financially stable. He was part of a huge silver rush, which was taken over by a mining company. The company confiscated a lot of silver, but the shipment was lost. He has dedicated himself to building a better village for his children.

Motivation: Meet up once more with his childhood friend; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Healer

Voice: Old thin voice

Possessions: 1400 sp.