Description: A man with thick toned arms and a paunchy gut. He has the majority of his body covered in plate. His long auburn hair reaches down to his waist. His fierce amber eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: His voice, at times compared to that of a Nymph, lambasts those who consider themselves "civilized" with snide, belittling remarks; the subtle growl he speaks with growing louder in doing so, one can find it most pronounced, despite the otherwise natural purity of his tone. Flattery will make him almost putty in your hands.

History: He served in the navy to pay for his family's outstanding loans. He graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. He advanced relatively quickly due to his good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. His addictions have taken their toll on his wallet, and he has found himself with a great deal of debt owed.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often.

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Cynical, Selfish. Bonds: Military. Occupation: Armorer

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 240 pp. Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (200 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (2400 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2400 gp). Old masterpiece painting (2400 gp). Solid gold idol (800 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (2400 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is of a modest build and height, but he carries himself more imposing than he is. He wears tan robes with leather pauldrons. Though occasionally he wears more armor. He prefers to carry a hand crossbow, but if one is not available he will default to his dagger. His brown hair and beard is wavy and long. His eyes are brown.

Personality: His voice, at times compared to that of a Nymph, lambasts those who consider themselves "civilized" with snide, belittling remarks; the subtle growl he speaks with growing louder in doing so, one can find it most pronounced, despite the otherwise natural purity of his tone. He cannot resist a sob story and will often dote over anyone who has one.

History: Thervan was raised in a hard working conservative environment. Being born in the north, he completed his medical training abroad so as to avoid the war. He returned after the war having achieved medical proficiency. He was a general practitioner in the north for years, until he, through no fault of his own, lost a patient who had a very powerful family. Rather than risk reprisal he made his way south. He has since lost track of the people in his past.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of his sister.

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Cynical. Bonds: Job, Family. Occupation: Barrister

Voice: Adds syll-ab-les for em-pha-sis

Possessions: 90 pp. Iolite (30 gp).

Description: This northern woman is well dressed, constantly wearing a black suit, blue shirt, and grey tie. Her clothes are grease stained in places. She keeps her auburn hair in a pixie cut. She wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: She goes out her way to put a smile on everyone's face. There's no-one she won't accept into her heart. She is a great chef.

History: She was born several months after her father was called into army service. She always admired martial-users and wanted to develop the talent, but never had the affinity for it. She left for the north, certain she would find work there.

Motivation: She wants nothing more than to rejoin the army; and she wants to get laid

Ideals: Optimist, Gifted. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant, Military. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Boston accent

Possessions: 150 gp. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: A woman with a calm yet intense air about her, she wears violet leather gloves, a violet jacket, and tight pants. Her white hair is cut short with large spiked bangs in the front. Her brown eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: She is very quiet and rarely speaks above a whisper. She does not believe in violence as a means to an end. She is a dedicated Crown-heir but believes her peers are too gung-ho.

History: Born to a poor family in the city she treasured whatever gifts she got. 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 has worked as a Crown-heir like her father before her.

Motivation: A deep hatred of dire rats; and someone believes her a fraud

Ideals: Pacifist. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Poor, Job, Enemies. Occupation: Crown-heir

Voice: Slow speaker

Possessions: 200 gp. Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (50 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.