Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. He sports a flattop hair cut. His skin is flawless and his white eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: He is overprotective of those who hire his services. He has zero loyalty and will suck up to whomever is within range, in the hopes of being moved to a better position.

History: Mamnen was raised in a hard working conservative environment. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Sculptor work with an outfit from a few towns over. Sculptor work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. One night he noticed a nearby shooting star which he hiked out to see where it landed. It turned out to be an ancient artifact of some kind. He has done his darndest to repair it but it is currently non-functional.

Motivation: To be a Banker again; and he is unsatisfied with his job

Ideals: Persistence. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Guardian, Job. Occupation: Sculptor

Voice: Timid voice

Possessions: 10000 cp. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: She is a paragon of her species. She is larger and stronger than most Half-Elves. Her skin is dark but she possesses many green ritualistic tattoos. She prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for her hunting needs. Her blonde hair is lengthy and is close to two feet long. She tend to wears goggles to shield her eyes.

Personality: She dislikes all the random violence that takes place in the west. Animals are drawn to her, and she is able to talk to them.

History: Her necromantic talent manifested at a young age. Aiming to upstage a rival house, her parents had her trained. She moved from fad to fad and when she turned 15 she discovered singing. When she grew older, she became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. She began work as a mercenary for hire. She would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: Many brigands want her driven away; and she desires power and/or immortality

Ideals: Pacifist, Gifted, Artistic. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer, Enemies. Occupation: Armorer

Voice: High pitched, excited

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: An imposing woman with a heavy stainless steel prosthetic left hand, she prefers to wear brown clothing when she does not wear armor. Her red hair is styled in orderly dreadlocks. Her thin eyebrows rest above her beady violet eyes.

Personality: She hates giants. She views them as having robbed her home of its proper glory. She pushes her goals aggressively. She is also a coward if confronted.

History: She was raised in a island tribe. She was one of the best in her class, and was picked up by her current employer. She quickly showed her capability and was soon promoted to a head role. She inherited the family business which she has now maintained for 7 years.

Motivation: Her name or reputation has been wronged in the past by giants, and she desires to right it; and she is terrified, and will act out of fear

Flaws: Ugly, Fearful. Bonds: Enemies, Nature, Job. Occupation: Farmer

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: 110 pp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: He is an average looking western male in his early mid-life. He wears a faded coat and loose pants complete with Stetson hat. His hair, while still mostly white, has prominent grey streaks. His green eyes are slightly larger than normal.

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. His actions favor neither the good nor the evil, as he answers to a power that mortal men fail to acknowledge.

History: Ivellios was raised in a hard working conservative environment. He was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. He never won. He has drifted from career to career and currently works as a Painter.

Motivation: An old rival family wants him found; and his relatives are trying to arrange a marriage

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Religious, Job, Family. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Sleepy voice

Possessions: 1 Banded mail.

Description: He wears suspenders and yellow workpants. His shirt is blue, and he wears a heavy yellow leather apron most of the time. He has a long blonde beard with little hanging trinkets. His half smiles and brown eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: He likes to fabricate stories about his past exploits and how crazy he is, but in actuality he is rather bland. He plays an instrument quite well.

History: He was raised in a forest tribe. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He leaves a trail of broken hearts and full pockets wherever he goes.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it; and he is greedy

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Attractive, Nature, Rich. Occupation: Jeweler

Voice: Old thin voice

Possessions: 700 sp.