Description: A man with a cold, calculating air about him, he is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. His golden hair is braided into rings. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: Eccentric and domineering, Anverth will drive conversation. His respect, as difficult as one would find it to earn, is unwavering; those who more than prove themselves to him, a bar set well above any reasonable standard, he tolerates in varying degrees. Though less modest and more hasty in his reactions to snap at those who irritate him, Anverth is combative with any and all who dare try his patience in the slightest.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. From there he went from mercenary job to mercenary job. He now travels the world, in search of power and loot.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and to get a good night's sleep

Ideals: Extrovert, Justice. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: 4000 gp. Moss agate (7 gp). Rhodochrosite (7 gp). Hematite (7 gp). Sardonyx (50 gp). Smoky quartz (50 gp). Red garnet (90 gp). Coral (90 gp). Jade (90 gp). Star rose quartz (50 gp). Black pearl (1400 gp). Hematite (7 gp). Banded agate (7 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: She is wearing a long, violet, dusty cloak. Her attire stands in sharp contrast to her shield, which is beautifully polished and possesses an ornate carving of a card on it. She wears a colorful flower in her blonde hair. Her brown eyes peer out from beneath her broad violet hat.

Personality: She will use flattery and sarcasm to attack and weaken her opponents. Despite her formidable combat skills she remains a coward. Ermina enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for her love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: Born in a small village she learned the ways of the warrior from her mother. She has chosen to use the inheritance that was left to her frivolously. She was granted psionic powers by her dying brother.

Motivation: To find somewhere to settle down; and she seems to be bored by most things

Ideals: Fighting, Gifted. Flaws: Hedonist, Mundane. Bonds: Attractive, Rich. Occupation: Carter

Voice: Mousy voice

Possessions: 5000 gp. Coral (140 gp). Star rose quartz (20 gp). Black pearl (1000 gp). Blue sapphire (1500 gp). Deep blue spinel (1000 gp). Obsidian (6 gp). Rose (20 gp). Smoky quartz (20 gp). Blue star sapphire (1500 gp). Rich purple corundum (1500 gp). Deep blue spinel (1000 gp). Coral (140 gp). Zircon (20 gp). Jasper (20 gp). Moss agate (6 gp). Black pearl (1000 gp). Red garnet (140 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (1500 gp). Violet garnet (1000 gp). Red spinel (140 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (6 gp). Deep blue spinel (1000 gp). Black pearl (1000 gp). Freshwater pearl (6 gp). Rose (20 gp). Rose (20 gp). Jade (140 gp). Deep green spinel (140 gp). Moonstone (20 gp). Deep blue spinel (1000 gp). Moonstone (20 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This man wears a robe, a symbol of strength around his neck, and a spear on his belt, and sports empty pouches on his belt. His fur is orange and very short. He has copper eyes.

Personality: He thrives on attention. He does whatever is in his power to gain the attention of whomever he deems a fit date. He disdains his fellow westerners, claiming they make him look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: River was born to in a poor docking district. He spent his early days working in the same smith shop his father was employed at, doing general labor. His childhood dream was to be a Hunter, but he was a colossal failure. He's also a talented Hunter, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: To be a Hunter again.

Ideals: Fighting. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Poor, Job. Occupation: Unemployed

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: Brown-green garnet (80 gp). Lapis lazuli (7 gp). Obsidian (7 gp). Violet garnet (1000 gp). White opal (500 gp). Violet garnet (1000 gp). Smoky quartz (70 gp). Alexandrite (1000 gp). Alexandrite (1000 gp). Deep blue spinel (1000 gp). Iolite (70 gp). Banded agate (7 gp). Chalcedony (70 gp). Moonstone (70 gp). Eye agate (7 gp). Amber (80 gp). Rose (70 gp).

Description: He is a pot bellied southern man with a big hulking figure and broad shoulders. He wears a worn and beaten armor. His black hair, when down, is lengthy. His face is scarred and worn.

Personality: He goes out his way to put a smile on everyone's face. There's no-one he won't accept into his heart. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious southern family, he was no stranger to responsibility. 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: His religion dominates his actions.

Ideals: Athletic, Optimist. Flaws: Ugly, Hedonist. Bonds: Religious. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Timid voice

Possessions: 5000 gp. Alexandrite (1600 gp). Red spinel (60 gp). Pink pearl (60 gp). Citrine (40 gp). Moss agate (6 gp). Banded agate (6 gp). Moss agate (6 gp). Aquamarine (1600 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is an exceptionally muscular looking western young adult. He wears a fine chain shirt which he covers with red colored cloaks and clothing. Beneath his clothing is a huge mess of scar tissue. His silver hair has been sun bleached extensively. His eyes are likewise amber. His teeth are white and perfect.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: He was born several months after his mother was called into army service. When Nelkin reached his early adolescence his Halfling mother passed away. Feeling disconnected from the small nearby village afterwards, he decided to travel. His rounds led him into the Army with a few individuals who would become his life-long companions. Since then, he has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: He is currently in port desperately looking for someone to get him out.

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Slave, Attractive, Military. Occupation: Cook

Voice: Old Prospector

Possessions: 3000 gp. Red-brown spinel (110 gp). Blue star sapphire (1400 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (6 gp). Smoky quartz (60 gp). Hematite (6 gp). Hematite (6 gp). Hematite (6 gp). Jasper (60 gp).

Description: This man is very fat, and wears a robe, a symbol of magic around his neck, and a mace on his belt. He wears his hair in dreadlocks. He has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. He wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: He is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as he rather likes the sound of his voice. His demeanor is somewhat feminine. He is lazy, self-centered, vain, and jealous.

History: Gifted from a young age, Thakrak studied abroad. His parents enrolled him in a Druid school at a young age so that he could practice his martial talents. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever.

Ideals: Fighting, Optimist, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Selfish. Occupation: Marshal

Voice: Old Prospector

Possessions: 5000 gp. Blue-white diamond (3000 gp). Carnelian (60 gp). Red-brown spinel (150 gp). Jet (150 gp). Bloodstone (60 gp). Silver pearl (150 gp). Black opal (1300 gp). Bloodstone (60 gp). Violet garnet (1400 gp). Banded agate (13 gp). Moss agate (13 gp). Violet garnet (1400 gp). Smoky quartz (60 gp). Moss agate (13 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1400 gp). Aquamarine (1400 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A pudgy man standing about 6'5" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He wears a worn and beaten armor. His golden hair is styled in orderly dreadlocks. His brown eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: He is business-like. He takes instructions and follows them to the letter. 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: He was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. At a young age he wooed the heart of his future spouse and the two had a long relationship before they wed. He struck the Mercenary job and began his own company from there.

Motivation: He is wracked by social anxiety; and wishes to resurrect an old love

Ideals: Professionalism. Flaws: Disease, Fearful. Bonds: In love, Job. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: 700 pp. An elaborate, whalebone scrimshaw carving of intertwined orbs, each showing the legend of creation story (40 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (2000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Solid gold idol (500 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (3000 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1600 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (300 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1600 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1600 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (40 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (170 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1600 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.