Description: A man with a friendly, welcoming air about him, he wears tan robes with leather pauldrons. Though occasionally he wears more armor. He prefers to carry a ceremonial dagger, but if one is not available he will default to his glaive. He has no hair. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: While he acts the brute, he is far gentler than he would appear. A true patriot, Erdan would do anything for his country. He is fiercely protective of his fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: He served in the navy to pay for his family's outstanding loans. His spouse left him for another, whom he beat to an almost bloody pulp. He did not win them back, but he came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. He hasn't been sleeping well lately.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep; and he wants nothing more than to rejoin the army

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Insomniac. Bonds: Military. Occupation: Actor

Voice: Hard of hearing, loud

Possessions: 100 gp.

Description: She wears silk and lounges about seductively. She carries with her a set of scythes on her belt, each one with a amber on the hilt. Her silver hair is wavy and long. She was beautiful and young once, which still shows through her age, but it is a faded beauty.

Personality: She is enamored with her job. She loves it. She likes the challenge and she likes helping those less fortunate than her. She is afraid of women and trembles around them

History: She was born several months after her mother was called into army service. A gifted student she started as a Mayor, but she got bored and became a Layabout. She has achieved small success as a Layabout.

Motivation: She'd like to take her coworkers down a peg; and sabotage a competitor

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Military. Occupation: Layabout

Voice: Gruff and masculine

Possessions: 110 gp. Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (50 gp).

Description: His skin has the orange glow of too much sun. He wears dark leathers with embroidery. He has brown hair. His blue eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: Overbrimming with self-confidence, Traubon isn't afraid of most anything. He has a strong dislike to people who do not believe in Dwarven unity. He is accommodating to his spouse and as such limits his hospitality. He is brave and levelheaded in the face of danger and has proven himself a capable leader.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. 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 has a crush on the local Brewer; and he would like to get married and retire

Ideals: Impeccable. Bonds: In love, Mentor, Rich, Has a crush. Occupation: Weaver

Voice: Nasally tone

Possessions: 600 gp.

Description: This woman is well dressed, constantly wearing a black suit, brown shirt, and violet tie. She has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized opal on her right hand. Her chestnut hair has been sun bleached extensively. Her black eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: She cares much about the opinion of others, both in good and in bad: when keeping in line with her opinion, she thinks highly of the other person, but when opinions clash, she can get violently argumentative. She is very protective of her business, her home, and her spouse. She is willing to work with less than legal methods but maintains the front of legitimacy.

History: Markosian was raised in a hard working conservative environment. She was an apprentice working in her mother's forge. After months of barely getting by, Markosian managed to ambush a major caravan with a load of valuables. Instantly wealthy, she made her way to the capital under a new identity.

Motivation: She wants revenge against giants; and someone believes her a fraud

Ideals: Opinionated. Bonds: Rich, Criminal record, Job, Enemies. Occupation: Servant

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: 2800 sp. 1 Everburning torch. 5 Acid flasks.

Description: This dark-skinned female wears a shirt that is too small, which lets her gut show, with a ratty yellow coat over it. She is tall, broad shouldered and powerfully built. She has styled her brown hair well, parting it to the right. She wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: She is witty, but her monotone delivery comes off as unnerving She does not mind isolation but does not hate company and attempts to receive them as best as possible.

History: She was raised by priests from a young age. 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 was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Her religion dominates her actions; and she has a rivalry with the church that dominates her actions

Ideals: Joker, Extrovert. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Religious, Mentor. Occupation: Butcher

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 600 gp.

Description: A plain young-adult woman, she tends to wear a blue poncho over her likewise colored trousers and shirt. She has slicked back silver hair. Her brown eyes are slightly larger than normal.

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. More though she will beg to come along on any journeys. She will attempt to stowaway on any ship she can in the hopes that it will get her further away.

History: Her parents moved while she was still in utero so she is the first generation to be born here. 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 left for the east, certain she would find work there.

Motivation: She has passion for adventuring and risk; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Slave, Immigrant, Military, Adventurer. Occupation: Tanner

Voice: Soft and melodious

Possessions: 6000 cp.

Description: This man is perpetually draped in fineries, but all of this concealed by his earthly robes.. He is muscular with a powerful set of arms. His hair, while still mostly golden, has prominent grey streaks. His eyes are a pleasant gray.

Personality: His tongue was cut out and he uses sign language. Further he is a bit of a stoner and is frequently out of it.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. His parents enrolled him in a Aristocrat school at a young age so that he could practice his divine talents. He has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: Retire the richest man in the west; and he wants random interesting trinkets and junk, hates to throw anything away

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Gifted. Flaws: Disease, Addict. Bonds: Attractive. Occupation: Barber

Voice: Booming voice

Possessions: 10000 cp.

Description: A man with a friendly, welcoming air about him, he prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for his hunting needs. He has a small bristly mustache and wavy auburn hair. His eyes are gray and beady.

Personality: Here is a man who knows he is the smartest in the room. He talks down to others constantly. 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: A child with a great deal of painting talent his parents made sure he got the chance to thrive. He moved from fad to fad and when he turned 15 he discovered painting. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: He doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes; and nothing but the best is good enough for him

Ideals: Impeccable, Optimist, Artistic. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, In love. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Soft and melodious

Possessions: 500 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A hulking woman with gigantic muscles, she wears blue leather gloves, a blue jacket, and tight pants. She has moderate length white hair. She has hazel eyes.

Personality: A rambunctious noisy drunk she knows how to make people feel guilty. Energy wise she seems alert and responsive.

History: Maiathah was born the youngest of three triplets. Cursed with vampirism at a very young age, Maiathah has worked very hard to control her curse. Due to her spouse's obsession with being a Soapmaker they were divorced and she won custody of their son. She worked as a Apothecary, and she later adopted a second son.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and she has passion for adventuring and risk

Ideals: Professionalism. Flaws: Depressed, Disease. Bonds: Family, Adventurer. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Sensual and smooth

Possessions: 12000 sp. Star rose quartz (50 gp). Rich purple corundum (1100 gp). Chalcedony (50 gp). 1 Minor magic item.