Description: This western man is abnormally tall. He is dressed in a clean tan cloak covering his clean studded leather. His whole body is exceptionally muscular. He has a long golden beard with little hanging trinkets. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are gray.

Personality: He never swears and excessively uses polite adverbs when speaking. The war was a terrible time for him, and Umpen does not often speak of it. When he does, he does so with a strained expression and tears in his eyes.

History: He was born in the west, but his parents moved at a very young age to the east. In his 11th year, his parents were killed by a brigands raid, leaving Umpen alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, he was adopted. He left for the west, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: He loathes his own lifestyle; and a deep hatred of brigands

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Depressed. Bonds: Immigrant, Military, Enemies. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Pronounces O like U

Possessions: 200 gp. Brown-green garnet (60 gp).

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. He sports a flattop hair cut. His half smiles and brown eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: He considers himself a man of culture and sophistication. He likes a good challenge to his wits. He is a great chef.

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 spouse left him for another, whom he beat to an almost bloody pulp. He did not win them back, but he came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. He was granted martial powers by his dying brother.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him.

Ideals: Fighting, Athletic, Impeccable, Gifted. Bonds: Attractive. Occupation: Junk Dealer

Voice: Spanish accent

Possessions: 200 gp. Bloodstone (30 gp). Sardonyx (30 gp). White opal (400 gp). 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: She is a woman of bearing and well nourished. She wears blue robes with leather pauldrons. Though occasionally she wears more armor. She prefers to carry a shield, but if one is not available she will default to her longsword. Her blonde hair is well kept. Her ears are large.

Personality: Theirastra speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. She is clearly well-traveled and educated. She lacks restraint and is impulsive. She jumps in and acts without thinking all too often.

History: She was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. She has chosen to use the inheritance that was left to her frivolously. She has built up a small fortune and can afford her own way.

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

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly, Impulsive. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Irish accent

Possessions: 100 gp.

Description: She is a pot bellied southern woman with a big hulking figure and broad shoulders. She wears a fine chain shirt which she covers with green colored cloaks and clothing. Her brown hair is singed and shortened. Judging by the bloodshot nature of her eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine she has not slept for days.

Personality: She believes there is no problem she cannot solve with sufficient elbow grease and persistence, if it is the best or most economic solution matters not. She is however nostalgic and wants to reunite with her old comrades. She has some compunction and patriotism and will work for the government before all other clients.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Verin grew up listening to her mother's many stories. Verin abandoned her home at a very young age, living in the fields and plains. She survived everyday through hunting and stealing from passersby. She did whatever it took for her to survive. She hasn't been sleeping well lately.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and she has passion for adventuring and risk

Ideals: Athletic, Persistence. Flaws: Ugly, Insomniac. Bonds: Adventurer. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 130 gp.

Description: A woman with a calm yet intense air about her, she wears a large hat to cast shadows over her face and wears ponchos to better hide her body. Her black hair is thinning but still full. She wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into her face.

Personality: Prone to second guessing herself, she comes off as nervous. She is afraid of women and trembles around them

History: She comes from a rich eastern family. She was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. She never won. She remains aloof and afraid to be herself due to all the ideals others have placed upon her.

Motivation: To end her boredom; and to find somewhere to settle down

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Shy, Mundane. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Jittery and nervous

Possessions: 320 gp.