Description: A man with thick toned arms and a paunchy gut. He likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. His gold crest is lengthy. His red eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: He goes out his way to put a smile on everyone's face. There's no-one he won't accept into his heart. He is fiercely devoted to his father, and views his father's ex-spouse as an evil person for separating him from his legal half-sister.

History: He was born several months after his father was called into army service. His first spouse was a Performer, they had one daughter, but his spouse won total custody. Without his spouse to temper him he grew out of control. He has since lost track of the people in his past.

Motivation: To unite with his sister; and regain custody of his daughter

Ideals: Athletic, Optimist. Bonds: Poor, Family, Military. Occupation: Guard

Voice: Pronounces 'its' and 'is' like 'eats' and 'ease'

Possessions: 380 gp.

Description: He stands about 4'0" and sports grey clothing, slightly heavier than average wear. His right hand appears badly burned and disfigured. He has shaved his head bald. His amber unseeing eyes seem to look past you.

Personality: Eccentric and domineering, Vonbin will drive conversation. He would rather hide behind his crafts than deal with other people.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. He has had some formal music training, and achieved minor success. He has never given up on his music dream.

Motivation: To be a Performer again.

Ideals: Extrovert, Artistic. Flaws: Disease, Shy. Occupation: Map Maker

Voice: Draws out vowels

Possessions: Bloodstone (80 gp). Rock crystal (80 gp). Freshwater pearl (12 gp).

Description: 4'2" and muscular, this northern man typically wears grey cloth garments or leather armor. His brown hair is well kept and his bushy mustache is tapered upwards at the ends. His gray eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: He is curt in most of his responses. He prefers to keep his word usage to a minimum to avoid giving away unnecessary information. He loves being with his children and actually smiles when they are around. He would do anything for them. He dislikes his ex a great deal.

History: He was born with several neurological imbalances, which makes sleep difficult for him. It may also be what makes him so good at details. Cursed with a spirit at a very young age, Vonbin has worked very hard to control his curse. He has since lost track of the people in his past.

Motivation: To reunite with his absent mother; and wants to raise his children well

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Shy, Disease, Insomniac. Bonds: Family. Occupation: Detective

Voice: Mousy voice

Possessions: 220 gp. 1 Disguise kit.

Description: She wears a fine chain shirt which she covers with pastel colored cloaks and clothing. She is portly but not overly obese. She has black fur. Her eyes are copper and she is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: She is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as she rather likes the sound of her voice. Her demeanor is somewhat feminine. She cannot resist a sob story and will often dote over anyone who has one.

History: She was raised happily, as a normal child born to her mother and father. Her mother taught her the rudiments of the Miller arts, while her father instructed her in etiquette, music and courtly manner. She inherited a moderately successful company from her mother. Under her leadership it has flourished, and using capital from her venture she effectively owns an entire region. She became a Miller soon after.

Motivation: She wants revenge against dire rats; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Optimist, Philantrophist. Bonds: Rich, Job, Enemies. Occupation: Miller

Voice: Dutch accent

Possessions: 18000 gp. A finely crafted rug of intricate, geometric designs worked with silver threading (100 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (160 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (500 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (100 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (800 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.