Description: This northern man has a large grey mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into his black robe. His clothes are grease stained in places. He has a long chestnut beard with little hanging trinkets. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He considers himself the perfect gentleman. He makes a point to always show proper etiquette and frequently critiques the etiquette of others. He dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. His biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: He was born on a small isolated farm. When he was little, his rather wealthy family often ventured across the mountains to a summer home near a old dungeon. He would wander through that old dungeon and adventure through it for days. One day while adventuring a terrible storm took place and he was stranded inside. His family spent the next few days looking for him, and could only assume he was dead when it came time to leave. The family never returned to the mountains due to the painful memories there. Bernard took refuge in the old dungeon and found the beat up greatsword and armor he uses now. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and he doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes

Ideals: Impeccable, Logical. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant, Nature. Occupation: Gardener

Voice: Shortens vowels

Possessions: 40 gp.

Description: Dark and lean, she is a relatively plain woman. She wears tattered old clothes. Her lavender fur is matted, messy, and big. Her yellow eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: Her voice, at times compared to that of a Nymph, lambasts those who consider themselves "civilized" with snide, belittling remarks; the subtle growl she speaks with growing louder in doing so, one can find it most pronounced, despite the otherwise natural purity of her tone. She has a small toy that she constantly fidgets with.

History: Serpent was born to in a poor docking district. She spent her early days working in the same smith shop her father was employed at, doing general labor. She was part of a huge silver rush, which was taken over by a mining company. The company confiscated a lot of silver, but the shipment was lost. She is searching for what she claims is her rightful reward.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark.

Flaws: Ugly, Cynical, Addict. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Unemployed

Voice: Dutch accent

Possessions: 900 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is renowned for his bright grey suits and hats, and carries falchions. His head has been shaved. His blue eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: He hates orcs. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. He will pursue extreme courses of action in the short term, confident that they cannot fail.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his mother and father. His mother taught him the rudiments of the Knight arts, while his father instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. 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 now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: Many orcs want him driven away; and money/treasure

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Impulsive, Disease. Bonds: Enemies, Rich. Occupation: Knight

Voice: Squeaky

Possessions: 1300 sp. Chrysoprase (20 gp).

Description: A 5'11" northern woman, she wears a robe, a symbol of luck around her neck, and a sai on her belt. Her brown hair is matted, messy, and big. Her violet eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: She does not believe in betrayal or weakness as things to be tolerated. She tends to be very friendly, and is drawn to music, the smells of food and wine, and out-door festivals.

History: Melissa was raised in a hard working conservative environment. Her childhood dream was to be a Guard, but she was a colossal failure. She inherited the family business which she has now maintained for 7 years.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern.

Ideals: Fighting, Justice, Optimist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Miller

Voice: Eastern European accent

Possessions: 1700 gp. Gold music box (2000 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (110 gp). Finely wrought small gold bracelet (20 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This woman is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. She wears a robe, a symbol of luck around her neck, and a trident on her belt. She wears her silver hair down. Her brown eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: She snorts whenever she laughs or is feeling confident. She has a habit of throwing herself into exceedingly dangerous situations.

History: Born in the north to a Masseuse, Merla learned a great deal about her mother's area of expertise. A gypsy cursed her at a young age, leading to her ugly appearance. She has gone from town to town till she finds a spot where she can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: She is unsatisfied with her job; and to prove her worth to the world

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Impulsive, Ugly. Bonds: Immigrant, Job. Occupation: Masseuse

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: 400 gp.