Description: He stands about 2'11" and is dressed in earthy colors with a red and violet handkerchief worn on his left side. His left hand appears badly burned and disfigured. He has a very tight haircut. His fierce amber eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: Stoic and calm, he prefers to meditate than take action. He plays an instrument quite well.

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 martial abilities were realized during a raid on his village. He routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: To reunite with his absent father; and to share knowledge with the world

Ideals: Disciplined, Artistic, Gifted, Logical. Bonds: Family. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Jittery and nervous

Possessions: 6000 cp.

Description: A man of a pale complexion, he wears a robe, a symbol of the four houses of cards around his neck, and a hammer on his belt. His red hair is smooth and relatively long. His face is scarred and worn.

Personality: He is a melancholic, but persistent worker. He resents family life and as such spurns the advances of admirers. He works hard and plays hard.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious western family, he was no stranger to responsibility. 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. Recently a tribe of drow attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Randal fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: He feels kind of lost in life.

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Depressed, Hedonist. Bonds: Religious. Occupation: Dyer

Voice: Loud with bravado

Possessions: 46000 sp.

Description: A pudgy man standing about 2'10" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He dresses in red turtlenecks beneath a tan coat with yellow slacks. He keeps his long golden hair kept up in a rat tail. His green eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: He likes to fabricate stories about his past exploits and how crazy he is, but in actuality he is rather bland. He loves teas. He is very sensitive about his face. To blow off anger he lifts weights and to control his otherwise explosive temper he works out a lot.

History: He grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. While studying, he fell in love. They married and had a son. He has since married many spouses, only to have them die. He claims to not be responsible.

Motivation: Wishes to resurrect an old love; and to fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: In love. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Italian accent

Possessions: 1 Chain shirt.

Description: A moderately attractive woman, she sports blue clothing, slightly heavier than average wear. Her hair is red and curly. Her face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. Her spectacle hidden eyes are a deep hazel.

Personality: Overbrimming with self-confidence, Unvera isn't afraid of most anything. She has a strong dislike to people who do not believe in Gnomish unity. She plays an instrument quite well.

History: She was born with several neurological imbalances, which makes sleep difficult for her. It may also be what makes her so good at details. She has had some formal singing training, and achieved minor success. She hasn't been sleeping well lately.

Motivation: She feels the way she acts is they only way to get by in the world.

Ideals: Impeccable, Artistic. Flaws: Disease, Insomniac. Bonds: Attractive. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Italian accent

Possessions: 130 gp.

Description: Her left thumb is blackened and bruised, but otherwise she appears quite healthy. She prefers to wear tan pants and tee shirts. She has styled her golden hair well, parting it to the left. She has a dull look in her violet eyes.

Personality: She is irascible and easily irritated. Flattery will make her almost putty in your hands.

History: She got into the Bookbinder business at a young age. Mara 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 has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: She desires power and/or immortality; and her spouse's relatives view her with great suspicion

Flaws: Antagonistic, Selfish. Bonds: Job, Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Jittery and nervous

Possessions: 1300 sp. Eye agate (9 gp).