Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he wears bulky tan painted plate armor. His long silver hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: Overbrimming with self-confidence, Alston isn't afraid of most anything. He has a strong dislike to people who do not believe in Gnomish unity. Alston enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for his love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Alston grew up listening to his mother's many stories. He inherited a moderately successful company from his mother. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. He has drifted apart from his friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature whip.

Motivation: Several ex partners dislike his way of doing things and want revenge; and someone believes him a fraud

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Adventurer, Rich, Enemies. Occupation: Junk Dealer

Voice: Slurs words

Possessions: 1 Breastplate.

Description: This man is wearing colorful clothing, dressed as a Painter. He has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized sapphire on his left hand. He has done his best to style his blue crest to look like a famous performer. His skin is flawless and his gold eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: He is a man who does what he needs to. He will acquiesce to black mail and extortion to avoid trouble. He has a cruel streak; something he gained from his previous mentor. He harbors resentment against his former mentor.

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 parents enrolled him in a Rogue school at a young age so that he could practice his divine talents. He used his abilities to trick people and travel the world for free.

Motivation: He feels that his past leaves him morally obligated to help.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Criminal record, Mentor. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 150 gp. Jade (70 gp).

Description: He is dressed in earthy colors with a brown and tan handkerchief worn on his right side. His skin is fair and his fingers are delicate and long. He has wavy white hair. His eyes are amber and beady.

Personality: He is irritable and easily angered. He is a bit of a bully and is not afraid to use his stature and powers to intimidate and hurt. He is a great chef.

History: Heir to a fortune, his parents put a great deal of effort into curing his disease. Brilliant and gifted he never wanted to apply himself. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: He has a rivalry with the Church that dominates his actions; and his religion dominates his actions

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Disease. Bonds: Rich, Religious. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: 100 gp.

Description: She is of a modest build and height, but she carries herself more imposing than she is. She wears a tight fitting green shirt and pants. She has moderate length silver crest. Her gold eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: She is quite rude, and likes to deride her opponents skill and shout insults at them. She is an amazing painter.

History: Nala was born to in a poor docking district. She spent her early days working in the same smith shop her father was employed at, doing general labor. From there she went from mercenary job to mercenary job. She has dedicated herself to building a better village for her children.

Motivation: Meet up once more with her childhood friend.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Rolls R's

Possessions: 210 gp. Chrysoberyl (40 gp).