Description: His skin has the orange glow of too much sun. He does not wear sleeves and tends to eschew shirts when he can avoid it. His red hair is kept up in a ponytail inside a small hat. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. His brief stint in the army gave him the idea he was invincible and that he is the toughest man alive.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his father and mother. His father taught him the rudiments of the Engraver arts, while his mother instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. Ostracized due to the arcane powers of his oldest sister, he and his siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Gnomes became a terror of the countryside. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and to be a masseuse again

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Military, Rich, Job. Occupation: Engraver

Voice: growls and snarls, animalistic

Possessions: 4000 gp. Gold and ruby ring (9000 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1100 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1200 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1100 gp).

Description: A man with a calm yet intense air about him, he is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. He has wavy chestnut hair. His amber eyes peer out from beneath his feathered white hat.

Personality: He is a pretentious jerk insisting that modern society is full of problems and should revert to a simpler time. He is accommodating to his spouse and as such limits his hospitality. He is brave and levelheaded in the face of danger and has proven himself a capable leader.

History: He was a bastard born out of an affair, and his mother always resented and mistreated him for it out of spite. 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 would ruin relationships and cause injury. He was reprimanded several times before being given his current form and forced to learn humility.

Motivation: He is a bit of a kleptomaniac; and to share knowledge with the world

Ideals: Fighting, Logical. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: In love, Rich, Criminal record. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: Gruff and masculine

Possessions: 900 gp. Carnelian (30 gp). Aquamarine (900 gp). Eye agate (7 gp). Moonstone (30 gp). Sard (30 gp). Carnelian (30 gp). Moonstone (30 gp). Red-brown spinel (50 gp).

Description: This man is tall and muscular. He is dressed in earthy colors with a red and black handkerchief worn on his right side. His auburn hair is cut short. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. He believes the world needs to unite to get rid of dire rats once and for all.

History: He got into the Tanner business at a young age. He has chosen to use the inheritance that was left to him frivolously. He then took over the family business and is one of the better Tanner for hire.

Motivation: To unite with his brother; and his spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion

Ideals: Athletic, Optimist. Bonds: Enemies, Job, Rich, Family. Occupation: Tanner

Voice: Squeaky

Possessions: 700 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This man stands a little under 6'1" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He wears a robe, a symbol of death around his neck, and a shield on his belt. His chestnut hair is heavily combed to the left. His gold eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: He is enamored with his job. He loves it. He likes the challenge and he likes helping those less fortunate than him. He has a minor phobia of water and hates getting wet.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. Xappan 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. He became a Assassin soon after.

Motivation: He's looking for his big break.

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Fearful, Disease. Bonds: Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Assassin

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: Just what you see.