Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He dresses like a well dressed Sage does. He has a very tight haircut. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are blue.

Personality: He is quite rude, and likes to deride his opponents skill and shout insults at them. He has the money to obtain near anything and knows that if you pay a man enough he will sell his own mother. Money is his most trusted friend.

History: He was born in the west, but his parents moved at a very young age to the north. Through the years after Rurik was born, his mother became increasingly distant from his family, instead choosing to pursue power in the west. Rurik's mother didn't care for him much, and the feeling was mutual. When he grew older, he became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. He began work as a mercenary for hire. He would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and he's looking for his big break

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Job, Immigrant, Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Sage

Voice: Prounounces S like Z

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: He wears a large hat to cast shadows over his face and wears ponchos to better hide his body. He has relatively light skin and is very physically imposing due to his abundance of muscles. His golden hair and beard is wavy and long. He tend to wears goggles to shield his eyes.

Personality: Cocky and sure of himself, he believes he is the best Animal Trainer born in the past three hundred years. He disdains his fellow westerners, claiming they make him look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: His parents moved while he was still in utero so he is the first generation to be born here. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Animal Trainer work with an outfit from a few towns over. Animal Trainer work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He got away from his former life and has fallen to alcoholism.

Motivation: He wants to get laid; and expand his business

Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Job, Immigrant, Has a crush. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Australian accent

Possessions: 100 gp.

Description: He is a man of bearing and well nourished. He wears a custom-built plate barding that's adorned with tan lining and desert motifs. His red hair is greasy and uncared for. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are brown.

Personality: He acts crazy and hedonistic. He pushes his goals aggressively. He is also a coward if confronted.

History: Gifted from a young age, Tharivol studied abroad. His family was being driven out of business by several neighboring competitors. The mother sought out extralegal help and others began closing their doors. He saw this and took pride in his mother's willingness to do anything to win. He would ruin relationships and cause injury. He was reprimanded several times before being given his current form and forced to learn humility.

Motivation: Seeks redemption.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Hedonist, Fearful. Bonds: Criminal record. Occupation: Cartwright

Voice: Uses sign language

Possessions: 130 gp.

Description: A thin man, he clearly needs to put on some weight, but he still has a lot of muscle. He is typically in his Tanner uniform. His white hair is thinning but still full. His face is scarred and worn.

Personality: He will use flattery and sarcasm to attack and weaken his opponents. Despite his formidable combat skills he remains a coward. He has all his life been fascinated with poetry.

History: Himo was raised in a hard working conservative environment. A gifted student he started as a Cartwright, but he got bored and became a Tanner. He has never given up on his poetry dream.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever; and wants to work out more often

Ideals: Athletic, Fighting, Artistic. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Tanner

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: Just what you see.