Description: This southern man's face is deformed and paralyzed on one side. As such, he slurs his words together. He tends to wear a heavy leather apron. Coupled with his rolled up shirt sleeves this gives him a very relaxed look. With bright black hair and a scraggly beard. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are violet.

Personality: He is inclined to make off color jokes and interpret anything that could be construed as such as innuendo. His respect, as difficult as one would find it to earn, is unwavering; those who more than prove themselves to him, a bar set well above any reasonable standard, he tolerates in varying degrees. Though less modest and more hasty in his reactions to snap at those who irritate him, Thorin is combative with any and all who dare try his patience in the slightest.

History: He was born in a small forest village. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He knows his nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but him.

Motivation: He feels the way he acts is they only way to get by in the world; and he doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes

Ideals: Joker, Justice, Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Nature, Rich. Occupation: Detective

Voice: Mumbles to self between sentences

Possessions: 200 gp. 1 Hourglass. 1 Average lock.

Description: A woman with a calm yet intense air about her, she wears black painted combat armor at almost all times. She wears her brown hair up. She wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: She runs her personal life as if detached from it. She organizes appointments and outings based on perceived benefits she will get from it. She takes great pride in her work and is very well organized. Her planner is full of calendar events.

History: Puyet lived on a farm with her father, near the main road leading to a nearby town. Puyet was born on a far northern forest where she grew up under the tutelage of her father, an expert Herbalist. She has worked as a Herbalist like her father before her.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and to reunite with her absent father

Flaws: Selfish. Bonds: Job, Family, Immigrant. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: Pronounces O like U

Possessions: 320 gp.

Description: This late middle aged man wears dull black sweaters, loose brown pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath his sweater he keeps a concealed sword, just in case and is in decent physical shape. He has done his best to style his gold crest to look like a famous performer. His face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. His spectacle hidden eyes are a deep gold.

Personality: He is erratic and paranoid. He believes dire rats are coming to abduct people. He also hits on women, regardless of circumstances.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his father and mother. His father taught him the rudiments of the Tailor arts, while his mother instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. Adrex abandoned his home at a very young age, living in the fields and plains. He survived everyday through hunting and stealing from passersby. He did whatever it took for him to survive. He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: He's in love; and nothing but the best is good enough for him

Ideals: Impeccable. Bonds: Enemies, Has a crush, Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Tailor

Voice: Forgets to breathe while speaking

Possessions: 200 gp. Jasper (30 gp). Moonstone (30 gp). Lapis lazuli (7 gp).

Description: A man with a cold, calculating air about him, he likes to wear ponchos typically of a light grey in addition to tight pants. His brown hair is singed and shortened. His brown eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: He goes out his way to put a smile on everyone's face. There's no-one he won't accept into his heart. He disdains his fellow northerners, claiming they make him look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: When he was but 8 years old his parents immigrated from the north. Because his father participated in the massacre of their homeland, brigands burned their ranch to the ground and forced them out. He was preparing to flee to the north, but the outbreak of war prevented him and his mother from journeying north to reunite his family. Being a Jeweler kept his interest for a while, but then he became depressed and bored. So he turned to a secret life of crime, taking increasingly more risks and challenges.

Motivation: He is unsatisfied with his job; and sabotage a competitor

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Immigrant, Enemies, Criminal record, Job. Occupation: Jeweler

Voice: Deep voice with rolling R's

Possessions: 150 gp. Amethyst (70 gp). 1 Average lock.

Description: She is wearing a long, black cloak. She has a moderate pudge and is not very fit. She wears her black hair up. Her eyes are black and she is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: She hates brigands. She views them as having robbed her home of its proper glory. She is a logical person and will generally grow upset if things defy logic and science.

History: Born in a small village she learned the ways of the warrior from her father. 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 moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: Her name or reputation has been wronged in the past by brigands, and she desires to right it.

Ideals: Logical, Fighting. Bonds: Enemies, Immigrant. Occupation: Mason

Voice: Smooth and feminine

Possessions: 1300 gp. Iolite (60 gp). Black pearl (1000 gp). Alexandrite (1000 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This man is bedraggled and starved. He wears a fancy black suit. He has gold crest. He has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. He wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: He is erratic and paranoid. He believes giants are coming to abduct people. 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 loving parents in a slum to the east. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). He has worked as a Mercenary like his mother before him.

Motivation: Several ex partners dislike his way of doing things and want revenge; and a deep hatred of giants

Ideals: Optimist. Bonds: Attractive, Poor, Enemies, Adventurer, Job. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: Soft and mumbly

Possessions: 1700 gp. Fiery yellow corundum (1000 gp). Golden yellow topaz (500 gp). Sard (20 gp). Golden yellow topaz (500 gp). Rhodochrosite (7 gp). Silver pearl (150 gp).

Description: He wears a large hat to cast shadows over his face and wears ponchos to better hide his body. He is portly but not overly obese. His hair is short and black. His eyes are likewise blue. His teeth are white and perfect.

Personality: He has two modes he varies between. On the job he is cold, steely and emotionless. Off the job he is a party animal. He does not trust anyone and sleeps with one eye open.

History: Born to a Shepherd, his father struggled to pay the bills. He was an apprentice working in his father's forge. He has drifted from career to career and currently works as a Ploughman.

Motivation: Doesn't want to be a Ploughman and was forced into it by his family; and find a way to reverse the transformation of his sister

Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Poor, Family. Occupation: Ploughman

Voice: Speaks with back of mouth

Possessions: A finely crafted rug of intricate, geometric designs worked with silver threading (60 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (2000 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1200 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (70 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.