Description: He prefers to wear black clothing when he does not wear armor, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 5'10" when asserting himself. He keeps his long brown hair kept up in a rat tail. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are black.

Personality: A skeptical and narcissistic man, Balam's first love is himself. His second love is also himself. He is stubborn though. He always likes to keep a trick up his sleeve. He likes to fight dirty and will kick and punch below the belt if he feels he even has a chance of losing.

History: He was born in the west, but his parents moved at a very young age to the south. His family was being driven out of business by several neighboring competitors. The father sought out extralegal help and others began closing their doors. He saw this and took pride in his father's willingness to do anything to win. He struck the Merchant job and began his own company from there.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and money/treasure

Ideals: Impeccable. Bonds: Criminal record, Immigrant, Job, Rich. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Excited and jittery

Possessions: 400 gp. Jeweled gold crown (3000 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (1000 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (3000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: She likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. She carries a battered sickle and tarnished morningstar as well. She has dyed her greying black crest a little too much giving a sharp black color. Her eyes are red.

Personality: She acts crazy and hedonistic. She pushes her goals aggressively. She is also a coward if confronted.

History: She served in the navy to pay for her family's outstanding loans. Cursed with lycanthropy at a very young age, Raiann has worked very hard to control her curse. Recently a tribe of goblins attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Raiann fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: She feels threatened by others; and she is wracked by social anxiety

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Hedonist, Fearful, Disease. Bonds: Military. Occupation: Marshal

Voice: Italian accent

Possessions: 40 pp. Jade (90 gp). 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: He is wearing colorful clothing, dressed as a Painter. His long golden hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. His voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: He considers himself the perfect gentleman. He makes a point to always show proper etiquette and frequently critiques the etiquette of others. 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. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Painter work with an outfit from a few towns over. Painter work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He inherited the family business which he has now maintained for 14 years.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and to end his boredom

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Insane, Fearful, Disease, Mundane. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Scottish accent

Possessions: 1400 gp. Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (300 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (50 gp). A pair of blacksmith’s puzzle; each has a pair of interlocked iron designs that users try to take apart and put back together (60 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (3000 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1400 gp). Gold music box (3000 gp).

Description: This woman stands a little under 4'11" and is a bit bulky. She is very muscular particularly in the legs. She has a large green mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into her black robe. She has styled her blue hair well, parting it to the left. She is baby faced.

Personality: She hates brigands. She views them as having robbed her home of its proper glory. She has all her life been fascinated with painting.

History: She was born in the east, but her parents moved at a very young age to the north. While studying, she fell in love. They married and had a son. She has never given up on her painting dream.

Motivation: She is unsatisfied with her job; and revenge

Ideals: Artistic. Bonds: Enemies, Immigrant, In love, Job. Occupation: Priest

Voice: French accent

Possessions: 9000 sp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.