Description: His skin is bronze and flawless. He wears a violet costume with the symbols of the four houses of cards on his torso. He is an epitome of beauty. His white hair is braided into rings. He has gleaming, smiling gray eyes.

Personality: He considers himself a man of culture and sophistication. He likes a good challenge to his wits. He is frequently practicing swordplay.

History: A child with a great deal of writing talent his parents made sure he got the chance to thrive. He helped his mother out around the business and became quite the natural. He has gone from town to town till he finds a spot where he can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and he'd like to take his coworkers down a peg

Ideals: Impeccable, Artistic. Bonds: Attractive, Military, Job. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Forgets to breathe while speaking

Possessions: 1200 pp. White opal (1000 gp). Aquamarine (1100 gp). Alexandrite (1100 gp). Zircon (60 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (1000 gp). Hematite (6 gp). Brown diamond (3000 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1100 gp). Jasper (60 gp). Silver pearl (110 gp). Banded agate (6 gp). Deep blue spinel (1100 gp). Blue star sapphire (1000 gp). Peridot (60 gp). Amethyst (110 gp). Amethyst (110 gp). White opal (1000 gp). Golden pearl (110 gp). Rhodochrosite (6 gp). White pearl (110 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. She wears a brown cloak and cross-gartered green stockings. Her blonde hair is knotted and matted. She is missing an eye and her face is severely sunburned. Her one remaining eye shines blue.

Personality: She has a very dry and sarcastic sense of humor. She is not one for noise or eating so much, which is in direct contrast with her big mouthed big gutted partner. Her partner is her best friend in the world. The two are very close despite being more or less each other's opposites. She pushes her goals aggressively. She is also a coward if confronted.

History: Sold as a small child to a slaver, Emmeline was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. She eventually earned her freedom when her former master disappeared. Ostracized due to the necromantic powers of her oldest sister, she and her siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Humans became a terror of the countryside. She is searching for what she claims is her rightful reward.

Motivation: She wants to meet her childhood hero; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Fearful. Bonds: Adventurer, Mentor. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Speaks with back of mouth

Possessions: 900 pp. Rhodochrosite (11 gp). Eye agate (11 gp). Iolite (80 gp). Citrine (80 gp). Black pearl (1400 gp). Sardonyx (80 gp). Blue star sapphire (1100 gp). Deep blue spinel (1400 gp). Chrysoprase (80 gp). Azurite (11 gp). Black pearl (1400 gp). Amethyst (90 gp). Rich purple corundum (1100 gp). Deep green spinel (90 gp). White pearl (90 gp). Red garnet (90 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1400 gp). Star ruby (1100 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This tall, slender woman likes to wear black tank tops with green skirt. Her crest is scarlet and very short. She wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: She is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as she rather likes the sound of her voice. Her demeanor is somewhat feminine. She uses divination through singing.

History: Her necromantic talent manifested at a young age. Aiming to upstage a rival house, her parents had her trained. Her father was a soldier and died while she was still young. Chassath was left her father's suit of armor and trained in its use and care. Days after completing her studies, news broke out that her hometown was attacked by orcs. Chassath was horrified and prayed that her mother was alright. However, she heard that her mother had died fighting off the orcs.

Motivation: Wishes to resurrect an old love; and several ex partners dislike her way of doing things and want revenge

Ideals: Optimist, Gifted. Bonds: Military, Enemies, In love. Occupation: Farmer

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: 7000 gp. Amethyst (120 gp). Golden pearl (120 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This slender man stands about 5'8". 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 hair is greying and his face has many wrinkles. His eyes are a pleasant gold.

Personality: He is happy with his job as a Hunter. He turns his eye from what people do, preferring to live and let live. Ahrim is a bit of a follower. Usually he is manipulated by his brothers into helping them out, but recently he has become more of a free agent.

History: Born in the east his family was never financially stable. One day when Ahrim was young, his mother was sewing while trying to overcome the flu, when suddenly his mother dropped to the ground dead. His mother had died from a severe disease that was unknown to the village doctor. Ahrim was heart-stricken from the event, and his father started working long hours to provde for them. He has since lost track of the people in his past.

Motivation: Many giants want him driven away; and his name or reputation has been wronged in the past by giants, and he desires to right it

Flaws: PTSD. Bonds: Job, Family, Poor, Enemies. Occupation: Hunter

Voice: Mumbles to self between sentences

Possessions: 7000 gp. Tiger eye turquoise (16 gp). Lapis lazuli (16 gp). Coral (130 gp). Banded agate (16 gp). Pink pearl (130 gp). Silver pearl (130 gp). Black pearl (500 gp). Jet (130 gp). Obsidian (16 gp). Star rose quartz (20 gp). Deep blue spinel (500 gp). Deep blue spinel (500 gp). Black star sapphire (1000 gp). Blue star sapphire (1000 gp). Banded agate (16 gp). Lapis lazuli (16 gp). Peridot (20 gp). Red spinel (130 gp). Golden yellow topaz (500 gp). Brown-green garnet (130 gp). Iolite (20 gp). Deep green spinel (130 gp). Azurite (16 gp). Aquamarine (500 gp). Onyx (20 gp). Violet garnet (500 gp). Deep blue spinel (500 gp). Citrine (20 gp). Red garnet (130 gp). Canary diamond (3000 gp). Obsidian (16 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This woman stands a little under 4'2" and is a bit bulky. She is very muscular particularly in the legs. She wears a weathered and beat up set of banded mail beneath an oversized grey coat. Her chestnut hair is well kept. Her eyes are likewise brown. Her teeth are white and perfect.

Personality: She takes her job very seriously, in part because she fears she cannot get a new one. She tends to be very friendly, and is drawn to music, the smells of food and wine, and out-door festivals.

History: She is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. She struck it rich when she found rare goods in large quantities. She now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: She uses money and sex appeal to get what she needs; and she is unsatisfied with her job

Ideals: Optimist. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Rich. Occupation: Priest

Voice: Scandinavian accent

Possessions: 6000 gp. Bloodstone (60 gp). Golden yellow topaz (400 gp). Rock crystal (60 gp). White pearl (160 gp). Obsidian (9 gp). Star ruby (1600 gp). Rock crystal (60 gp). Onyx (60 gp). Aquamarine (400 gp). Golden yellow topaz (400 gp). Hematite (9 gp). Golden pearl (160 gp). Citrine (60 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He likes to wear ponchos typically of a light green in addition to tight pants. He has a moderate pudge and is not very fit. His hair is brown, silky, and of moderate length. This gold eyed northerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: He is mildly Tiefling supremacist, though he does not identify as such. He is vehemently anti-magic. All of it is evil and corrupting in his opinion.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his father and mother. His father taught him the rudiments of the Laborer arts, while his mother instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He now owns his own business.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Opinionated. Flaws: Racist. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer, Rich, Job. Occupation: Laborer

Voice: Deep voice with rolling R's

Possessions: 3000 gp. A roughly beaten golden orb (40 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2800 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (900 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (700 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (40 gp). A pair of blacksmith’s puzzle; each has a pair of interlocked iron designs that users try to take apart and put back together (20 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1200 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (1000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1200 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (2800 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (700 gp). Finely wrought small gold bracelet (20 gp). A pair of blacksmith’s puzzle; each has a pair of interlocked iron designs that users try to take apart and put back together (20 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1200 gp).

Description: A moderately attractive man, he wears tight fighting clothing, which leaves very little to the imagination. His crest is brass, silky, and of moderate length. His gold eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: Aside from being a little slow due to sleep deprivation he is generally quite perceptive. He notices little details and can draw good conclusions from them. Around other people he will do his best to conceal his emotions and appear jolly.

History: He served in the navy to pay for his family's outstanding loans. He graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. He advanced relatively quickly due to his good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. He hasn't been sleeping well lately.

Motivation: He wants nothing more than to rejoin the army; and to fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Insomniac, Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Military. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Spits words with contempt

Possessions: 1000 pp. Peridot (70 gp). Alexandrite (900 gp). Black pearl (900 gp). Black pearl (900 gp). Chrysoprase (70 gp). 1 Minor magic item.