Description: This man is renowned for his bright tan suits and hats, and sports empty pouches on his belt. He keeps his brown hair in a pixie cut. He is very pretty but has cold, dead eyes.

Personality: He is overprotective of those who hire his services. He does not regard money as being a problem because it has never been a problem for him. He lives in a bit of an ivory tower believing all problems are one quick intervention away from being solved.

History: He was born several months after his mother was called into army service. 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 is untrained/undisciplined, which makes him dangerous.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep; and he is greedy

Flaws: Insane, Insomniac. Bonds: Attractive, Guardian, Rich, Military. Occupation: Masseuse

Voice: Shortens vowels

Possessions: 200 sp.

Description: A 5'0" southern man, he wears suspenders and violet workpants. His shirt is tan, and he wears a heavy violet leather apron most of the time. His long chestnut hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. His skin is flawless and his violet eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: He hates brigands. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. He does not trust anyone and sleeps with one eye open.

History: He was raised in a desert tribe. Gunter was born on a far southern desert where he grew up under the tutelage of his father, an expert Engraver. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to brigands demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: Many brigands want him driven away.

Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Attractive, Enemies, Nature, Immigrant. Occupation: Engraver

Voice: Soothing and warm

Possessions: 4000 cp. Jet (90 gp). 1 Backpack.

Description: She is a paragon of her species. She is larger and stronger than most Halflings. Her skin is dark but she possesses many grey ritualistic tattoos. She sports white clothing, slightly heavier than average wear. Her blonde hair is unkempt and raggedy. She has a dull look in her hazel eyes.

Personality: She is calm most of the time but flees social interaction. She has all her life been fascinated with music.

History: She was born several months after her father was called into army service. She has had some formal music training, and achieved minor success. She remains aloof and afraid to be herself due to all the ideals others have placed upon her.

Motivation: She has decided she is irredeemable; and she doesn't get along with people that don't share her tastes

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Poor, Military. Occupation: Detective

Voice: Boston accent

Possessions: 4000 cp. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: This man is unhealthily muscled, almost every single one of his veins is visible when he is not flexing. His shirts and pants tend to be short and undersized for him due to the difficulty of finding a good tailor. His fur, while still mostly brown, has prominent grey streaks. His amber eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: He is a pretentious jerk insisting that modern society is full of problems and should revert to a simpler time. He has a taste for the finer things and spends a great deal of money on luxuries, some more exotic than others.

History: Born in a small village he learned the ways of the warrior from his mother. He struck it rich when he found rare goods in large quantities. He leaves a trail of broken hearts and full pockets wherever he goes.

Motivation: He is greedy; and he uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs

Ideals: Fighting, Athletic. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Rich. Occupation: Miner

Voice: Soft and mumbly

Possessions: 300 sp. Obsidian (7 gp). 1 Darkwood Shield.

Description: 5'0" and muscular, this western man wears very tight pants and wife beaters, though occasionally he sports a black coat. His hair is greying and his face has many wrinkles. His violet eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: Aside from being a little slow due to sleep deprivation he is generally quite perceptive. He notices little details and can draw good conclusions from them. He also has developed a complete distrust of the Animal Trainer profession.

History: The child of western immigrants he idolized his mother. He couldn't stand his childhood mentor and eventually formed a pact with his mentor's previously failed apprentice to rebel. When their plan failed the mentor lashed out against both of them and fled. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and he'd like to take his coworkers down a peg

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Job, Immigrant, Mentor. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: Low and grunting

Possessions: 1 Banded mail.