Description: He is of a modest build and height, but he carries himself more imposing than he is. He does not wear sleeves and tends to eschew shirts when he can avoid it. His chestnut hair is kept up in a ponytail inside a broad hat. His black eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: He is irritable and easily angered. He is a bit of a bully and is not afraid to use his stature and powers to intimidate and hurt. He is susceptible to being scared and is in actuality easily frightened. He likes to tell stories.

History: Xappan hails from a village terrorized by goblins. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Dragonborn companion (his 'brother'). Days after completing his studies, news broke out that his hometown was attacked by goblins. Xappan was horrified and prayed that his father was alright. However, he heard that his father had died fighting off the goblins.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs; and he's looking for his big break

Flaws: Antagonistic, Fearful. Bonds: Enemies, Adventurer, Religious. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: Whispers

Possessions: 600 gp. Moss agate (12 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This woman is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. She wears tight fighting clothing, which leaves very little to the imagination. Her red hair, when down, is lengthy. 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 will use flattery and sarcasm to attack and weaken her opponents. Despite her formidable combat skills she remains a coward. She is submissive, is generally bored by everything, but will take part in whatever people ask of her. She is by nature obliging.

History: Sarah was born in the east. At a young age she loved to build and create. Her spouse left her for another, whom she beat to an almost bloody pulp. She did not win them back, but she came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. She hasn't been sleeping well lately.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever; and to get a good night's sleep

Ideals: Fighting, Persistence. Flaws: Insomniac, Shy. Bonds: Immigrant. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: 4000 gp. Bloodstone (50 gp). Lapis lazuli (15 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (900 gp). Red-brown spinel (160 gp). Onyx (50 gp). Violet garnet (300 gp). Banded agate (15 gp).

Description: A man of a pale complexion, he tends to wear a white poncho over his likewise colored trousers and shirt. His long silver hair reaches down to his waist. His eyes are blue and catlike.

Personality: He is quite rude, and likes to deride his opponents skill and shout insults at them. He misses his home and complains about the freezing weather, even in summer.

History: Born in the east his family was never financially stable. He was one of the best in his class, and was picked up by his current employer. He quickly showed his capability and was soon promoted to a head role. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and a strong sense of loyalty to half-orc people

Flaws: Antagonistic, Racist. Bonds: Immigrant, Poor, Job. Occupation: Marshal

Voice: Sighs a lot, exhausted

Possessions: 200 gp. Golden yellow topaz (600 gp). Lapis lazuli (13 gp). Deep blue spinel (600 gp).

Description: He dresses like a well dressed Unemployed does. He is bristling with hidden weapons, mostly clubs and sais. He has cinnamon fur. His amber eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: He can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. He does suffer from mild PTSD, and the sight of orcs may trigger it at times.

History: He served in the navy to pay for his family's outstanding loans. His necromantic abilities were realized during a raid on his village. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: He'd like to take his coworkers down a peg; and he possesses a valuable artifact that the thieves guild wishes to steal

Ideals: Gifted. Bonds: Job, Criminal record, Enemies, Military. Occupation: Unemployed

Voice: Old thin voice

Possessions: 1200 gp. Lapis lazuli (15 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (1200 gp). Jade (150 gp). Star rose quartz (50 gp). Onyx (50 gp).