Description: A man with a warm, jovial air about him, he is well dressed, constantly wearing a black suit, yellow shirt, and brown tie. His crest is greying and his face has many wrinkles. He has several tiny opal earrings on each ear.

Personality: He dislikes all the random violence that takes place in the east. He has all his life been fascinated with dancing.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when brigands swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. 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 knows his nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but him.

Motivation: He wants revenge against brigands; and he has a rivalry with the church that dominates his actions

Ideals: Pacifist, Artistic. Bonds: Rich, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: High pitched, excited

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: He wears a robe, a symbol of strength around his neck, and a sickle on his belt. He cuts an attractive figure and his suit of old armor is well cared for even if it is obsolete. His scarlet crest is lengthy. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: He is inclined to make off color jokes and interpret anything that could be construed as such as innuendo. He is very protective of his business, his home, and his spouse. He is willing to work with less than legal methods but maintains the front of legitimacy.

History: Born in a small village he learned the ways of the warrior from his mother. In his youth he was part of a gang. He got caught, but did not rat out his comrades and served his time in prison. Being a Laborer 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: He feels that his past leaves him morally obligated to help.

Ideals: Fighting, Joker. Bonds: Attractive, Criminal record. Occupation: Laborer

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: 19000 sp. Fiery yellow corundum (700 gp). White pearl (130 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (8 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A moderately attractive woman, she prefers to wear violet clothing when she does not wear armor. She wears a wide-brimmed hat to cover her moderate length brown hair. She has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. She wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: She is a jovial happy person, but she is convinced people are living their lives too quickly. Hadwisa enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for her love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: Hadwisa was born with her father's beautiful face. When money was particularly tight she was walking through alleys when she overheard a Interpreter hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. She made her way to the other competitor and parlayed her knowledge into a job. She has since married many spouses, only to have them die. She claims to not be responsible.

Motivation: She seems to be bored by most things; and to end her boredom

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Hedonist, Mundane. Bonds: Attractive, Poor, In love. Occupation: Interpreter

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: With tan face paint in a stripe pattern across his face, he is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. His white hair is braided into rings. His voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: He can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. A true patriot, Naeris would do anything for his country. He is fiercely protective of his fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. Naeris abandoned his home at a very young age, living in the fields and plains. He survived everyday through hunting and stealing from passersby. He did whatever it took for him to survive. When he grew older, he became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. He began work as a mercenary for hire. He would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Insane, Disease. Bonds: Military, Adventurer. Occupation: Stylist

Voice: Old thin voice

Possessions: 160 pp. 1 Masterwork studded leather.

Description: He is a physically imposing dark-skinned man. He wears a tattered pair of loose brown pants, a matching torn shirt, and a visible pair of similar condition same color briefs. He has moderate length white hair. His thin eyebrows rest above his beady blue eyes.

Personality: He is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as he rather likes the sound of his voice. His demeanor is somewhat feminine. He is used to getting what he wants. In part because he is a meticulous planner.

History: Born to a Gardener, his mother struggled to pay the bills. He was part of a huge silver rush, which was taken over by a mining company. The company confiscated a lot of silver, but the shipment was lost. Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: Meet up once more with his childhood friend; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Optimist, Professionalism. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Adventurer

Voice: Booming voice

Possessions: 400 sp.