Description: This slender man stands about 4'5". He wears a brown small hat and brown clothes. His red hair is unkempt and raggedy. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: He acts crazy and hedonistic. He is however greedy and will demand payment and proof of collateral's value and will produce a merchant's scale to make sure he is not cheated out of a speck.

History: He grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. In his formative years he discovered how persuasive he was. He began using that to his advantage selling useless wares at inflated prices. He hasn't been sleeping well lately.

Motivation: To find somewhere to settle down; and retire the richest man in the east

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Insomniac, Hedonist, Mundane. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Healer

Voice: Relaxed voice

Possessions: 160 gp. 1 Climber’s kit.

Description: He wears suspenders and white workpants. His shirt is tan, and he wears a heavy white leather apron most of the time. His golden hair is thinning but still full. His face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. His spectacle hidden eyes are a deep violet.

Personality: He loves justice and goodness and right action. Anyone who does not fulfill this criteria perfectly will no doubt get a lecture from him. He is the most sanctimonious self-righteous Half-Orc in existence. A true patriot, Ar-Kaius would do anything for his country. He is fiercely protective of his fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: A powerful wizard made him what he is. His mother was a soldier and died while he was still young. Ar-Kaius was left his mother's suit of armor and trained in its use and care. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: He is not mentally stable, and does not behave rationally; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Justice. Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Military, Mentor, Job. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 2400 gp. Aquamarine (400 gp). Carnelian (60 gp). Moonstone (60 gp). Deep blue spinel (400 gp). Brown-green garnet (50 gp). Violet garnet (400 gp). Red garnet (50 gp). Sard (60 gp).

Description: This woman is tall and muscular. She dresses in collared shirts and wears a proper scarf over her head. Her auburn hair is still thick. She was beautiful and young once, which still shows through her age, but it is a faded beauty.

Personality: She takes her job very seriously, in part because she fears she cannot get a new one. She would rather hide behind her crafts than deal with other people.

History: Claira was born with her father's beautiful face. She worked as a nervous Herbalist and found it very stressful. She has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often.

Ideals: Athletic, Artistic. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Job. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: 300 gp. Black pearl (700 gp). Violet garnet (700 gp). Chrysoprase (30 gp). Citrine (30 gp).

Description: This late middle aged woman wears long strands of amethyst and short white dresses (or suits) accompanied by the proper stockings and shoes, with gloves of varying lengths and is in decent physical shape. Her hair is always cut to a buzz. Her otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: A grumpy gal she will invite people to lunch so she can critique them. Yet she still seems generally likeable, like a lovable grump. She receives visions of the future at random moments

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. She graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. She advanced relatively quickly due to her good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. She used her abilities to travel the world and help people.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and she is greedy

Ideals: Philantrophist, Gifted. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Military. Occupation: Miner

Voice: Rolls R's

Possessions: 2500 gp. Blue quartz (11 gp). Freshwater pearl (11 gp). Chrysoprase (20 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (11 gp). Moss agate (11 gp). Freshwater pearl (11 gp). Obsidian (11 gp). Malachite (11 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: She is of a modest build and height, but she carries herself more imposing than she is. She is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright blue and grey, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. Her blonde hair is cut short with large spiked bangs in the front. Her face is full, her cheeks are rosy, and she always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in her amber eyes.

Personality: She tends to agree with only herself unless someone else's opinion sounds like she can profit from it. She tries to control her temper but she can't always stop herself from what she feels what must be done. She is a big fan of imagination and believes people should spend more time reading and writing.

History: Her mother raised her in a mountain cabin. There was a wharf not far from home where she often wandered off to fish. She bought a ceremonial dagger and has really upped her game hunting, due to her understanding of decoy and ambush.

Motivation: She's repulsed by the PC; and she has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Nature. Occupation: Carter

Voice: Hard of hearing, loud

Possessions: 20000 cp. Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (700 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (130 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (700 gp).

Description: His skin has the orange glow of too much sun. He likes to wear ponchos typically of a light brown in addition to tight pants. His hair is cut close to his head. His face is scarred and worn.

Personality: He considers himself the perfect gentleman. He makes a point to always show proper etiquette and frequently critiques the etiquette of others. He is often prim and proper but will on occasion tell either really disgusting or offensive jokes, which seem out of character.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Uraim grew up listening to his father's many stories. A gifted student he started as a Fortune-teller, but he got bored and became a Crown-heir. He has dedicated himself to building a better world.

Motivation: He has passion for adventuring and risk; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Impeccable, Joker. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Adventurer, Job. Occupation: Crown-heir

Voice: Russian accent

Possessions: 1000 sp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: She prefers to wear the grand gowns of high society. She carries her fan with her everywhere and carries herself as the perfect lady. Her beige fur is singed and shortened. Her yellow eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: She considers herself the protector of her home. She feels this is her duty and calling. She is able to fit into much smaller and tighter spaces than normal.

History: She was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of her parents. Her first spouse was a Mercenary, they had one daughter, but her spouse won total custody. Without her spouse to temper her she grew out of control. She has built up a small fortune and can afford her own way.

Motivation: Her relatives are trying to arrange a marriage; and to reunite with her absent father

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Guardian, Family. Occupation: Bellfounder

Voice: Stutters

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: Dark and lean, he is a relatively plain man. He dresses well, wearing green shirts, loose pants, and blazers most of the time. He wears his red hair up. His gold eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: He is a sleazy, sleazy guy. He has no qualms about using his powers of suggestion to get people to do what he wants. He enjoys reading and quiet.

History: He was born at the edge of vast island. 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. He now travels the world, in search of power and loot.

Motivation: His spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion; and find a way to reverse the transformation of his brother

Ideals: Logical. Bonds: Attractive, Nature, Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Indian accent

Possessions: 800 sp. Pink pearl (110 gp).

Description: A woman of a pale complexion, she wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. She has shaved her head bald. Her eyes are gray and catlike.

Personality: She is a jovial happy person, but she is convinced people are living their lives too quickly. She feeds upon the attention of others.

History: She was raised happily, as a normal child born to her father and mother. Her father taught her the rudiments of the Architect arts, while her mother instructed her in etiquette, music and courtly manner. She couldn't stand her childhood mentor and eventually formed a pact with her mentor's previously failed apprentice to rebel. When their plan failed the mentor lashed out against both of them and fled. She has built up a small fortune and can afford her own way.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved; and she has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Optimist. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Mentor. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Stutters

Possessions: Golden pearl (40 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.