Description: The man speaks with an almost imperceptible accent. He seems to always be the slightest bit damp as if he got out from a pool a few moments ago. He does not wear sleeves and tends to eschew shirts when he can avoid it. He wears a wide-brimmed hat to hide his balding. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: He loves telling others what to do and how they should feel about things. Animals are drawn to him, and he is able to talk to them.

History: Sold as a small child to a necromancer, Cask was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. His parents enrolled him in a Rogue school at a young age so that he could practice his druidic talents. He then took over the family business and is one of the better Mayor for hire.

Motivation: He wants to meet his childhood hero.

Ideals: Opinionated, Gifted. Bonds: Immigrant, Mentor. Occupation: Mayor

Voice: Sensual and smooth

Possessions: 300 pp. Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1000 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (800 gp). Old masterpiece painting (2200 gp). Solid gold idol (1000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (70 gp).

Description: He wears clothing that is held on in multiple layers but all of it is in poor condition. He has a moderate pudge and is not very fit. His orange fur is smooth and relatively long. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are yellow.

Personality: Aside from being a little slow due to sleep deprivation he is generally quite perceptive. He notices little details and can draw good conclusions from them. He is a bit of a macho man and will challenge people to random contests of strength and skill, and invite them to random hunting and fishing trip.

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. Recently a tribe of brigands attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Lone fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep; and he wants nothing more than to rejoin the army

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Poor, Nature, Military. Occupation: Miller

Voice: Squeaky

Possessions: 600 gp.

Description: She wears an entirely violet suit with blue socks and a vest with buckled shoes, and she perpetually has her rapier ready. She has moderate length blonde hair. Her thin eyebrows rest above her beady hazel eyes.

Personality: A rambunctious noisy drunk she knows how to make people feel guilty. She is a big fan of imagination and believes people should spend more time reading and writing.

History: Born to a poor family in the city she treasured whatever gifts she got. Her spouse left her for another, whom she beat to an almost bloody pulp. She did not win them back, but she came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. She was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever.

Ideals: Fighting, Logical. Flaws: Ugly, Depressed. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Slave Trader

Voice: Hard of hearing, loud

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: A well shaped woman just over fifty, she wears brown robes with leather pauldrons. Though occasionally she wears more armor. She prefers to carry a halberd, but if one is not available she will default to her greatsword. Her white fur is singed and shortened. Her amber eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: She's a bit of a prankster. She knows she is clumsy and seen as such and will often feign amnesia after injury. She would rather hide behind her crafts than deal with other people.

History: She was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of her parents. A gypsy cursed her at a young age, leading to her ugly appearance. She was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Seeks redemption; and she is being blackmailed/forced/etc and this influences her actions

Ideals: Joker, Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Occupation: Mayor

Voice: Spits and sputters

Possessions: 90 pp. Brown-green garnet (120 gp). Emerald (800 gp).

Description: He is a physically imposing dark-skinned man. He is perpetually draped in fineries, but all of this concealed by his earthly robes.. His red hair is lengthy. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: He is a Apothecary first and foremost. He believes firmly that knowledge should be universal. He does suffer from mild PTSD, and the sight of goblins may trigger it at times.

History: His history is one of pain. He was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves his parents kept. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Someone believes him a fraud.

Bonds: Attractive, Job, Enemies, Slave. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Loud with bravado

Possessions: 100 sp.