Description: She wears blue painted combat armor at almost all times. She is bristling with hidden weapons, mostly monstrous two handed axes and sickles. Her chestnut hair is thinning but still full. Judging by the bloodshot nature of her eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine she has not slept for days.

Personality: She believes there is no problem she cannot solve with sufficient elbow grease and persistence, if it is the best or most economic solution matters not. A true patriot, Meriele would do anything for her country. She is fiercely protective of her fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: Trained by her father for as long as she can remember she had it drilled in her head that it was her duty to serve her country. Her family was being driven out of business by several neighboring competitors. The father sought out extralegal help and others began closing their doors. She saw this and took pride in her father's willingness to do anything to win. She found several beat up suits of armor and, cannibalizing spare parts, she put together a working one.

Motivation: A rival would like her out of the picture.

Ideals: Persistence. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Criminal record, Military. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Slow speaker

Possessions: 1300 sp.

Description: He wears loose pants and a collared shirt complete with sweater beneath his coat. He carries a battered longsword and tarnished scimitar as well. His white hair is singed and shortened. His face is scarred and worn.

Personality: Overbrimming with self-confidence, Oriax isn't afraid of most anything. He has a strong dislike to people who do not believe in Tiefling unity. He has a small toy that he constantly fidgets with.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. 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 is greedy; and to fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever

Ideals: Fighting, Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly, Addict. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Shipwright

Voice: Speaks with back of mouth

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: He wears a well pressed and immaculate suit (or dress). He wears his blue hair up. He has black eyes and a black hat with a grey feather.

Personality: He does not believe in betrayal or weakness as things to be tolerated. He is often prim and proper but will on occasion tell either really disgusting or offensive jokes, which seem out of character.

History: Mordai lived on a farm with his mother, near the main road leading to a nearby town. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Ruler work with an outfit from a few towns over. Ruler work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He became a Ruler soon after.

Motivation: To reunite with his old friends; and meet up once more with his childhood friend

Ideals: Justice, Joker. Bonds: Family, Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: Pronounces difficult words wrong

Possessions: 200 gp. Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (100 gp). Solid gold idol (1000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp).

Description: This man is armored in gleaming platemail with gilded edges. A flowing brown cape and mantle trimmed with soft tan waves gently in the breeze, and sports empty pouches on his belt. He wears his brown fur up. His thin eyebrows rest above his beady blue eyes.

Personality: He tends to agree with only himself unless someone else's opinion sounds like he can profit from it. He tries to control his temper but he can't always stop himself from what he feels what must be done. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and he is greedy

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Hedonist, Disease. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Cook

Voice: Old thin voice

Possessions: 110 gp.

Description: This western man is abnormally tall. He is generally well dressed albeit a few years behind the times. His whole body is exceptionally muscular. He has styled his black hair well, parting it to the right. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: He is quiet and unassuming. He ignores others and carries on with his job unassumingly. He uses his nature as a weapon; he likes to lead opponents to think him in distress.

History: He served in the navy to pay for his family's outstanding loans. A gifted student he started as a Dilettante, but he got bored and became a Locksmith. He left for the west, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: He is unsatisfied with his job; and balancing his hectic life and new locksmith responsibilities is difficult

Flaws: Secretive. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Job, Military. Occupation: Locksmith

Voice: Low rumbling, strings words together

Possessions: 800 gp. Brass mug with jade inlays (500 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2400 gp). A silver and pearl hairclip (40 gp).

Description: He is a small man, but exceptionally fit. He wears a tattered pair of loose white pants, a matching torn shirt, and a visible pair of similar condition same color briefs. He has no hair. His eyes are blue and beady.

Personality: Confrontational and typically high on some drug or another. A fanatic, his devotion to his small selection of gods is unquestionable. He claims to be doing their will and will base all his actions on whether or not they would be pleasing to the gods.

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

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs; and wants to work out more often

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Ugly, Addict. Bonds: Poor, Religious. Occupation: Performer

Voice: French accent

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: A hulking man with gigantic muscles, he wears a fancy green suit. He has styled his chestnut hair well, parting it to the left. His eyes are a pleasant red.

Personality: He is a very happy person and has lots of energy. To put it simply, he's a very lovable idiot. He has a habit of throwing himself into exceedingly dangerous situations.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his mother and father. His mother taught him the rudiments of the Cook arts, while his father instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. He has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: He wants to get laid; and he uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs

Ideals: Optimist, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Has a crush. Occupation: Cook

Voice: Gruff and masculine

Possessions: 15000 gp. Silver pearl (90 gp). Malachite (12 gp). White opal (400 gp). Aquamarine (1100 gp). Black pearl (1100 gp). Black pearl (1100 gp). Zircon (80 gp). Alexandrite (1100 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (12 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (12 gp). Rich purple corundum (400 gp). Black pearl (1100 gp). Jade (90 gp). Star ruby (400 gp). Rock crystal (80 gp). Obsidian (12 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1100 gp). Blue star sapphire (400 gp). Black pearl (1100 gp). Zircon (80 gp). Blue sapphire (400 gp). Citrine (80 gp). Aquamarine (1100 gp). Zircon (80 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (12 gp). Zircon (80 gp). Smoky quartz (80 gp). Chalcedony (80 gp). Aquamarine (1100 gp). Black star sapphire (400 gp). Deep blue spinel (1100 gp). Tourmaline (90 gp). Citrine (80 gp). Red garnet (90 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.