Description: A man with a cold, calculating air about him, he has the majority of his body covered in plate. His chestnut hair is still thick. He was beautiful and young once, which still shows through his age, but it is a faded beauty.

Personality: He considers himself the protector of his home. He feels this is his duty and calling. He tends to be very friendly, and is drawn to music, the smells of food and wine, and out-door festivals.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. Since his mother passed away years ago, his father had doted on him, and he came to think her himself as special and better than other people in town. A notion that was reinforced by his attractiveness, a trait in which he easily excels the other men of his town. Since then, he has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: To protect his home; and wants to have a good time and be beloved

Ideals: Optimist. Bonds: Attractive, Guardian, Poor. Occupation: Sellsword

Voice: French accent

Possessions: 300 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A 4'1" northern man, he wears dark leathers with embroidery. His black hair is kept up in a ponytail inside a broad hat. His eyes are a pleasant violet.

Personality: He has a very dry and sarcastic sense of humor. He is not one for noise or eating so much, which is in direct contrast with his big mouthed big gutted partner. His partner is his best friend in the world. The two are very close despite being more or less each other's opposites. Flattery will make him almost putty in your hands.

History: Gardain was raised in a hard working conservative environment. He inherited a moderately successful company from his father. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. He became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: Expand his business; and a deep hatred of brigands

Flaws: Selfish. Bonds: Adventurer, Job, Rich, Enemies. Occupation: Glassblower

Voice: Sensual and smooth

Possessions: 6000 sp. Citrine (70 gp). Peridot (70 gp). Chalcedony (70 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This woman is unhealthily muscled, almost every single one of her veins is visible when she is not flexing. Her shirts and pants tend to be short and undersized for her due to the difficulty of finding a good tailor. Her red hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. Her amber eyes peer out from beneath her Stetson black hat.

Personality: She is very quiet and rarely speaks above a whisper. She is always in debt, since she spends her money on lavish parties and gifts for friends

History: She was born in the north, but her parents moved at a very young age to the south. She was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. She never won. She left for the north, certain she would find work there.

Motivation: To prove her worth to the world.

Ideals: Fighting, Athletic. Flaws: Shy, Impulsive. Bonds: Immigrant. Occupation: Shipwright

Voice: Sensual and smooth

Possessions: 800 gp.

Description: She wears long strands of aquamarine and short brown dresses (or suits) accompanied by the proper stockings and shoes, with gloves of varying lengths, and carries maces. Her hair is brown, silky, and of moderate length. She has brown eyes and a brown hat with a yellow feather.

Personality: She fancies herself a trickster and likes to rely on her wits to carry the day. She cares for her older siblings and likes to be recognized by them. She is a bit of a macho woman and will challenge people to random contests of strength and skill, and invite them to random hunting and fishing trip.

History: Born in a small village she learned the ways of the warrior from her father. Since her father passed away years ago, her mother had doted on her, and she came to think her herself as special and better than other people in town. A notion that was reinforced by her attractiveness, a trait in which she easily excels the other women of her town. She knows her nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but her.

Motivation: To reunite with her absent father; and money/treasure

Ideals: Fighting. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Family, Nature. Occupation: Sage

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 340 gp. Lapis lazuli (14 gp). Onyx (40 gp). 1 Everburning torch.

Description: This man is very fat, and wears bulky grey painted plate armor. He has a small bristly mustache and wavy blonde hair. His eyes are likewise violet.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. He constantly seizes attention wherever he goes and has come to expect this respect from everyone. He likes to think of himself as merciful, but nonetheless is very strict.

History: Heir to a fortune, his parents put a great deal of effort into curing his disease. Cursed with unlife at a very young age, Raymond has worked very hard to control his curse. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: He is greedy; and money/treasure

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly, Shy, Disease. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Interpreter

Voice: High pitched and raspy

Possessions: Pink pearl (100 gp).

Description: A woman with thick toned arms and a paunchy gut. She wears a grey vest and prefers tan and grey shirts. Her boots appear to have been at one point steel toed but are quite worn down. Her silver hair is braided into rings. Her hazel eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: She trusts no one. She is not readily capable for forgiveness and her ire never leaves her. She is a bit of a xeno-phobe, disliking non-Dwarves.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious northern family, she was no stranger to responsibility. As a young adult she joined a group advocating for an improvement in Dwarven conditions. She was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching her a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: She's repulsed by the PC.

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Racist. Bonds: Religious. Occupation: Ploughman

Voice: Spits and sputters

Possessions: 900 sp.

Description: He is of a modest build and height, but he carries himself more imposing than he is. He is armored in gleaming platemail with gilded edges. A flowing pastel cape and mantle trimmed with soft brown waves gently in the breeze. His white fur is still thick. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: He is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as he rather likes the sound of his voice. His demeanor is somewhat feminine. Lone enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for his love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: Lone was born with his mother's beautiful face. He was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. He never won. He leaves a trail of broken hearts and full pockets wherever he goes.

Motivation: He is greedy; and wants to work out more often

Ideals: Optimist, Athletic. Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Rich, Attractive. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Timid voice

Possessions: 1 Masterwork Common Melee.