Description: This late middle aged 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 is in decent physical shape. His red crest is slicked back into a classic pompadour. He is very pretty but has cold, dead eyes.

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 claims to be unscrupulous but at the end of the day he will do what he thinks is right.

History: He is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. He was a friend to animals and a trickster. In his defense of animals however he would do severe harm to people. He has made many enemies by not giving into corruption and outing many instances of it.

Motivation: He uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs; and he has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Justice. Flaws: Cynical. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Nature. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Soft and melodious

Possessions: 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: With violet face paint in a stripe pattern across her face, she wears a weathered and beat up set of banded mail beneath an oversized tan coat. Her long golden hair reaches down to her waist. Her thin eyebrows rest above her beady brown eyes.

Personality: She is a melancholic, but persistent worker. She resents family life and as such spurns the advances of admirers. She moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep her interest for a month it is impressive.

History: Veloptima lived on a farm with her mother, near the main road leading to a nearby town. Being born in the west, she completed her medical training abroad so as to avoid the war. She returned after the war having achieved medical proficiency. She was a general practitioner in the west for years, until she, through no fault of her own, lost a patient who had a very powerful family. Rather than risk reprisal she made her way east. When her spouse passed she lost her only source of income but claims to her sons to still be retired.

Motivation: Wants to raise her children well.

Flaws: Ugly, Depressed, Hedonist. Bonds: Family. Occupation: Locksmith

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 1200 sp.

Description: He has a large tan mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into his yellow robe. He carries with him a set of hand crossbows on his belt, each one with a sapphire on the hilt. He has done his best to style his chestnut hair to look like a famous performer. His half smiles and brown eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: While he acts the brute, he is far gentler than he would appear. He is obsessed with a lost civilization.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when dire rats swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. He went to a religious school and was inspired by the priests there in charitable deeds. When he grew older, he became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. He began work as a mercenary for hire. He would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: Someone believes him a fraud; and a deep hatred of dire rats

Ideals: Fighting. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Beggar

Voice: Prounounces S like Z

Possessions: 500 sp. Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Silver ewer (90 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (900 gp). 1 Half-Plate.

Description: A thin woman, she clearly needs to put on some weight, but she still has a lot of muscle. She is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers her face most of the time. She has slicked back red hair. Her green eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: She considers herself the perfect lady. She makes a point to always show proper etiquette and frequently critiques the etiquette of others. She has no love for corruption and racketeering and views those as crimes of the highest magnitude.

History: She was born on a small isolated farm. She was a friend to animals and a trickster. In her defense of animals however she would do severe harm to people. She became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: She doesn't get along with people that don't share her tastes; and she desires power and/or immortality

Ideals: Athletic, Impeccable, Justice. Bonds: Nature, Adventurer. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: Switch between two voices

Possessions: 1500 gp. Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (800 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (5000 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (800 gp). Finely wrought small gold bracelet (70 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (800 gp).

Description: This exceptionally lanky man dresses like a well dressed Junk Dealer does. He keeps his red crest in a pixie cut. He has red eyes.

Personality: He considers himself a man of culture and sophistication. He likes a good challenge to his wits. Around other people he will do his best to conceal his emotions and appear jolly.

History: He comes from a rich eastern family. 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 became a Junk Dealer soon after.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him; and balancing his hectic life and new junk dealer responsibilities is difficult

Ideals: Impeccable, Fighting. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Job, Rich. Occupation: Junk Dealer

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 290 gp.