Description: This exceptionally lanky man wears an old set of leather armor, nicked and torn by the ravages of time and battle. He is bald on top and has large auburn tufts of hair around his ears. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: He considers himself the protector of his home. He feels this is his duty and calling. Naeris is a bit of a follower. Usually he is manipulated by his brothers into helping them out, but recently he has become more of a free agent.

History: Naeris lived on a farm with his mother, near the main road leading to a nearby town. Being born in the east, 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 east 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 west. When his spouse passed he lost his only source of income but claims to his sons to still be retired.

Motivation: Doesn't want to be a Fortune-teller and was forced into it by his family; and his relatives are trying to arrange a marriage

Flaws: Ugly, Insomniac. Bonds: Guardian, Family. Occupation: Fortune-teller

Voice: Uses lots of figures of speech

Possessions: 44000 sp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: She stands about 6'2" and wears a robe, a symbol of luck around her neck, and a sword on her belt. Her left leg appears badly burned and disfigured. Her brown hair, when down, is lengthy. Her fierce black eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: She is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help her friends. She considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. She is a big fan of imagination and believes people should spend more time reading and writing.

History: Criella was born in the east. At a young age she loved to build and create. She dropped out of school before completing her studies. Since then, she has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever; and to share knowledge with the world

Ideals: Fighting, Optimist, Logical, Persistence. Occupation: Interpreter

Voice: Low range voice

Possessions: 24000 sp. Jasper (60 gp). Deep green spinel (70 gp). Aquamarine (1200 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He dresses like a well dressed Slave Trader does. He has wavy brass crest. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: He does not care much for physical appearances, nor does he care much for other people. He does however care about what he wants and getting it. He tends to be very friendly, and is drawn to music, the smells of food and wine, and out-door festivals.

History: He was born to a criminal king-pin and mafia family He worked as a nervous Slave Trader and found it very stressful. He has worked as a Slave Trader like his father before him.

Motivation: He'd like to take his coworkers down a peg; and wants to have a good time and be beloved

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Insomniac, Ugly. Bonds: Job, Criminal record. Occupation: Slave Trader

Voice: Middle-eastern accent

Possessions: 8000 sp.

Description: Runty and weak-looking, he dresses in collared shirts and wears a proper scarf over his head. His long brown hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. His fierce gold eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: He dislikes all the random violence that takes place in the north. The occasional robbery is his preferred attention getting crime, but he mainly uses his means for meeting his own perverse desires.

History: Paymon lived on a farm with his mother, near the main road leading to a nearby town. He moved out west to avoid the crime he committed. He has recently gotten a pet goose that steals things from people.

Motivation: An old rival family wants him found; and his relatives are trying to arrange a marriage

Ideals: Pacifist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Criminal record, Family. Occupation: Bellfounder

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 400 gp. Tourmaline (100 gp). Coral (100 gp). Hematite (9 gp). 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.

Description: This man is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time, and sports empty pouches on his belt. He wears a colorful flower in his auburn hair. This green eyed southerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: He is overprotective of those who hire his services. He also is a firm believer in the manly ideal.

History: His parents moved while he was still in utero so he is the first generation to be born here. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Elven companion (his 'brother'). He has dedicated himself to building a better kind of golem.

Motivation: He desires power and/or immortality.

Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Attractive, Guardian, Immigrant, Adventurer. Occupation: Bowyer

Voice: Irish accent

Possessions: 400 gp.