Description: He typically wears black cloth garments or leather armor. His red hair is heavily combed to the left. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: He exudes charisma. He is a tour de force of persuasion. He never wears the same outfit twice, unless he absolutely has to.

History: Zephan lived on a farm with his mother, near the main road leading to a nearby town. As a very small child his family refused to pay dues to a local crime lord, who ordered them killed. His father, a somewhat powerful mage sought to protect him and cast a teleportation spell that whisked him away. Being a Shepherd kept his interest for a while, but then he became depressed and bored. So he turned to a secret life of crime, taking increasingly more risks and challenges.

Motivation: Seeks redemption; and he has decided he is irredeemable

Ideals: Artistic. Bonds: Attractive, Family, Criminal record. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Sensual and smooth

Possessions: 10 pp. Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (140 gp). 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he wears clothing that is held on in multiple layers but all of it is in poor condition. His golden hair is knotted and matted. His brown eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: He tends to agree with only himself unless someone else's opinion sounds like he can profit from it. He tries to control his temper but he can't always stop himself from what he feels what must be done. He loves being with his children and actually smiles when they are around. He would do anything for them. He dislikes his ex a great deal.

History: His father raised him in a mountain cabin. Over the years he perfected his riding and shooting skills. He has gone from town to town till he finds a spot where he can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: An old rival family wants him found; and regain custody of his daughter

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Poor, Family, Nature, Job. Occupation: Server

Voice: Spits and sputters

Possessions: 140 gp.

Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He wears silk and lounges about seductively. His hair is long and white with streaks of blonde, and is pulled back with small tan clips. His beard is blonde, braided, and well cared for. His gray eyes peer out from beneath his small tan hat.

Personality: His voice, at times compared to that of a Nymph, lambasts those who consider themselves "civilized" with snide, belittling remarks; the subtle growl he speaks with growing louder in doing so, one can find it most pronounced, despite the otherwise natural purity of his tone. His philosophy is that everyone needs a friend and as such shows hospitality towards all.

History: When he was but 5 years old his parents immigrated from the east. Korfel was born on a far eastern plains where he grew up under the tutelage of his father, an expert Miner. He left for the east, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved.

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Cynical. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Criminal record. Occupation: Miner

Voice: Speaks with back of mouth

Possessions: 160 gp.

Description: A middle-aged man, he is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright black and violet, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems, and is pretty ugly. His bronze crest has been sun bleached extensively. His red eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. He has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: Friendly and accommodating he would invite many more into his home than his spouse would be comfortable with if they did not express concern about it. He is however nostalgic and wants to reunite with his old comrades. He has some compunction and patriotism and will work for the government before all other clients.

History: Born in the east to a Barrister, Arjhan learned a great deal about his mother's area of expertise. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Half-Orc companion (his 'brother'). He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor; and he has passion for adventuring and risk

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly, Addict. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer, Job. Occupation: Barrister

Voice: Italian accent

Possessions: 500 sp. 1 Healer’s kit.

Description: She tends to wear a heavy leather apron. Coupled with her rolled up shirt sleeves this gives her a very relaxed look. She carries a battered axe and tarnished sword as well. She is bald on top and has large chestnut tufts of hair around her ears. Her blue eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: She is a pretentious jerk insisting that modern society is full of problems and should revert to a simpler time. Jarsali enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for her love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: Her necromantic talent manifested at a young age. Aiming to upstage a rival house, her parents had her trained. She has had some formal painting training, and achieved minor success. She was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching her a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever; and she's repulsed by the pc

Ideals: Fighting, Gifted, Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Hedonist. Occupation: Performer

Voice: Scratchy, weak

Possessions: 100 gp.