Description: He wears a blue costume with the symbols of death on his torso. His brown hair is slicked back into a classic pompadour. He was beautiful and young once, which still shows through his age, but it is a faded beauty.

Personality: He is quite rude, and likes to deride his opponents skill and shout insults at them. He is often prim and proper but will on occasion tell either really disgusting or offensive jokes, which seem out of character.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when orcs swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. In his 12th year, his parents were killed by a orcs raid, leaving Kipper alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, he was adopted. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and his name or reputation has been wronged in the past by orcs, and he desires to right it

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Gardener

Voice: German accent

Possessions: 5000 cp. 1 Buckler.

Description: She likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. She cuts an attractive figure and her suit of old armor is well cared for even if it is obsolete. Her black hair is styled in orderly dreadlocks. She has a tattooed face.

Personality: She will rave to anyone who will listen. She does not trust anyone and sleeps with one eye open.

History: She was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. A freak accident while working with her Map Maker father left her crippled. She is untrained/undisciplined, which makes her dangerous.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep; and she feels kind of lost in life

Flaws: Insane, Insomniac, Disease. Bonds: Attractive. Occupation: Layabout

Voice: Timid voice

Possessions: 140 gp. Chrysoberyl (120 gp). Coral (120 gp). Star rose quartz (50 gp).

Description: Dark and lean, he is a relatively plain man. He wears a large hat to cast shadows over his face and wears ponchos to better hide his body. His brown hair, when down, is lengthy. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He misses his glory days as an athlete. He does not mind his job, but it is boring in comparison. Animals are drawn to him, and he is able to talk to them.

History: Arnold was born in the west. At a young age he loved to build and create. He made a point of taking high paying jobs and getting most of it up front. He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Athletic, Gifted, Persistence, Impeccable. Bonds: Adventurer. Occupation: Scribe

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 130 gp.

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. He wears clothing that is held on in multiple layers but all of it is in poor condition. His tied-back hair is silver. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: He is business-like. He takes instructions and follows them to the letter. His philosophy is that everyone needs a friend and as such shows hospitality towards all.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. His mother was supposedly a charlatan fortune teller, but he insists his mother was legitimate. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: His religion dominates his actions; and he has a rivalry with the church that dominates his actions

Ideals: Professionalism, Optimist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Religious. Occupation: Adventurer

Voice: Australian accent

Possessions: 1000 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A thin man, he clearly needs to put on some weight, but he still has a lot of muscle. He dresses in collared shirts and wears a proper scarf over his head. His black crest is singed and shortened. His thin eyebrows rest above his beady gold eyes.

Personality: He considers himself the perfect gentleman. He makes a point to always show proper etiquette and frequently critiques the etiquette of others. Animals are drawn to him, and he is able to talk to them.

History: He is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. After coming to the age of reason, Nykkan took it upon himself to study the druidic arts in their entirety; because of this, he was labeled a dark omen and banished from his homeland. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often; and he is greedy

Ideals: Athletic, Impeccable, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: 1000 gp. Freshwater pearl (12 gp). Obsidian (12 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He wears clothing that is held on in multiple layers but all of it is in poor condition. He is physically well-built. His hair is short and blue. His gold eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: He likes to brag about his accomplishments and constantly tries to beat others to the punch. He lacks moral complications. He does what he is told to by employers but not much else. He spends his money on whatever he fancies at the time.

History: Oriax lived on a farm with his mother, near the main road leading to a nearby town. He dropped out of school to support his sick mother, and resented it. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: An old rival family wants him found; and balancing his hectic life and new tanner responsibilities is difficult

Ideals: Passionate, Logical. Bonds: Poor, Job, Family. Occupation: Tanner

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: 50 gp.

Description: 5'8" and muscular, this eastern woman wears a well pressed and immaculate suit (or dress). She wears her chestnut hair down. Her eyes are silver.

Personality: She is irritable and easily angered. She is a bit of a bully and is not afraid to use her stature and powers to intimidate and hurt. She enjoys reading and quiet.

History: Anakis lived on a farm with her mother, near the main road leading to a nearby town. She has chosen to use the inheritance that was left to her frivolously. After a long history of fighting, Anakis and her spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and to share knowledge with the world

Ideals: Athletic, Logical. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Family, Rich. Occupation: Seamstress

Voice: Scandinavian accent

Possessions: 30 gp. Eye agate (7 gp).