Description: A 6'5" northern man, he wears a robe, a symbol of death around his neck, and a hammer on his belt. He wears a broad hat to hide his balding. His voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: Ar-Kaius is depressed about a lot of things. He tends to be a nihilist. The war was a terrible time for him, and Ar-Kaius does not often speak of it. When he does, he does so with a strained expression and tears in his eyes.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. 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 now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: He loathes his own lifestyle; and he has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Insane, Depressed. Bonds: Military, Rich. Occupation: Knight

Voice: Old thin voice

Possessions: 3000 gp. Brown-green garnet (120 gp). Sard (60 gp). Sard (60 gp). Freshwater pearl (5 gp). Golden pearl (120 gp). Silver pearl (120 gp). Alexandrite (700 gp). Brown-green garnet (120 gp). Amber (120 gp). Banded agate (5 gp). Peridot (60 gp). Silver pearl (120 gp). Emerald (800 gp). White pearl (120 gp). Alexandrite (700 gp). Rock crystal (60 gp). Violet garnet (700 gp). Star rose quartz (60 gp). Alexandrite (700 gp).

Description: He wears a faded coat and loose pants complete with Stetson hat. He carries a battered rapier and tarnished warhammer as well. He has styled his red hair well, parting it to the left. His brown eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: He is erratic and paranoid. He believes goblins are coming to abduct people. He is harsh and unforgiving.

History: He was born several months after his father was called into army service. He was an apprentice working in his father's forge. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to goblins demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: A deep hatred of goblins; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Enemies, Military, Job. Occupation: Server

Voice: Sensual and smooth

Possessions: 150 gp.

Description: He is in excellent shape and does not wear sleeves and tends to eschew shirts when he can avoid it. His brown hair is slicked back into a classic pompadour. His amber unseeing eyes seem to look past you.

Personality: He trusts no one. He is not readily capable for forgiveness and his ire never leaves him. On top of that he is swayed by a pretty face, and while loyalty to his employer will always come first he doesn't like to hit women.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Galinndan grew up listening to his father's many stories. From there he went from mercenary job to mercenary job. He has drifted apart from his friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature monstrous two handed axe.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often.

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Disease, Antagonistic. Bonds: Has a crush, Adventurer. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Farmer accent

Possessions: 600 gp. Sard (50 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (7 gp). Chrysoprase (50 gp).

Description: She prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for her hunting needs. She carries a battered shortspear and tarnished scythe as well. Her long chestnut hair reaches down to her waist. Her fierce brown eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: She never swears and excessively uses polite adverbs when speaking. She constantly seizes attention wherever she goes and has come to expect this respect from everyone. She likes to think of herself as merciful, but nonetheless is very strict.

History: She was raised in a plains tribe. She worked as a nervous Guard and found it very stressful. Recently a tribe of orcs attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Rinn fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: She doesn't get along with people that don't share her tastes.

Ideals: Fighting, Optimist, Impeccable. Bonds: Rich, Nature, Job. Occupation: Guard

Voice: Old Prospector

Possessions: 800 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: His skin has the orange glow of too much sun. He wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. He wears a colorful flower in his blonde hair. He has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. He wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: He considers himself the protector of his home. He feels this is his duty and calling. He is used to getting what he wants. In part because he is a meticulous planner.

History: Arannis was born with his father's beautiful face. Since his father passed away years ago, his mother 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 eventually got the idea of being the protector of his homeland from reading books, and has made it his duty.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs; and his religion dominates his actions

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Professionalism. Bonds: Attractive, Guardian, Religious. Occupation: Jeweler

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 2400 gp.

Description: She is lean but muscular and wears a robe, a symbol of her god around her neck, and a longsword on her belt. Her silver hair is drawn into a tight pony tail with a cross scrunchie. She wears a mask on her face.

Personality: Cocky and sure of herself, she believes she is the best Doctor born in the past three hundred years. She loves being with her children and actually smiles when they are around. She would do anything for them. She dislikes her ex a great deal.

History: Heir to a fortune, her parents put a great deal of effort into curing her disease. She inherited a moderately successful company from her mother. Under her leadership it has flourished, and using capital from her venture she effectively owns an entire region. She inherited the family business which she has now maintained for 7 years.

Motivation: Expand her business; and marry her sister to traveling adventurers

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Job, Family, Rich. Occupation: Doctor

Voice: Russian accent

Possessions: 20000 cp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This younger middle-aged woman wears grey trousers with black and pastel striped suspenders. She wears various colorful collared shirts, and a wedding ring on her right hand. Her brown hair is unkempt and raggedy. Her green eyes peer out from beneath her Stetson grey hat.

Personality: She likes to make people angry or surprised. She has a hair trigger and will fly into rage over the tiniest perceived slights.

History: A powerful slaver made her what she is. A gypsy cursed her at a young age, leading to her ugly appearance. She was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Wishes to resurrect an old love; and she's repulsed by the pc

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: In love, Poor, Mentor. Occupation: Scribe

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 40 gp.

Description: His right thumb is blackened and bruised, but otherwise he appears quite healthy. He wears a brown cloak and cross-gartered pastel stockings. He has silver hair. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his blue eyes.

Personality: Deceptive and manipulative this western guy figured out how to best use his charms to convince people to do what he wants. He is a font of random trivia from the lore and stories he has discovered

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Raymond was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: He desires power and/or immortality; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Logical. Bonds: Attractive, Mentor, Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Posh accent

Possessions: 5000 sp. Blue star sapphire (500 gp). Hematite (5 gp). Amethyst (70 gp). Aquamarine (600 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This southern man's face is deformed and paralyzed on one side. As such, he slurs his words together. He is wearing a long, brown cloak. He has wavy black hair. His blue eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. He has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: He is a jovial happy person, but he is convinced people are living their lives too quickly. He will often invite strangers home for dinner and talk their ears off. He cares deeply for his spouse and does his best to make sure his guests look presentable.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when giants swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. He went to a religious school and was inspired by the priests there in charitable deeds. He has since married many spouses, only to have them die. He claims to not be responsible.

Motivation: He has a rivalry with the Church that dominates his actions.

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly, Addict. Bonds: In love, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Barkeep

Voice: Aggressive tone

Possessions: 20000 cp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.