Description: A man with a cold, calculating air about him, he wears a simple burlap shirt and baggy pants. He conceals his pickaxe with his veritable burlap sack of a shirt. His silver hair is matted, messy, and big. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

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. He will pursue extreme courses of action in the short term, confident that they cannot fail.

History: He was born in a small plains village. His mother was supposedly a charlatan fortune teller, but he insists his mother was legitimate. He hasn't been sleeping well lately.

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

Flaws: Ugly, Insomniac, Impulsive. Bonds: Nature, Religious. Occupation: Butcher

Voice: Spits and sputters

Possessions: 1100 pp. Sard (20 gp). Aquamarine (800 gp). Peridot (20 gp). Rhodochrosite (15 gp). Freshwater pearl (15 gp). White opal (1000 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (1000 gp). Sardonyx (20 gp). Sardonyx (20 gp). Citrine (20 gp). Onyx (20 gp). Freshwater pearl (15 gp). Aquamarine (800 gp). Pink pearl (140 gp). Jade (140 gp). Aquamarine (800 gp). Amber (140 gp). Malachite (15 gp). Iolite (20 gp). Rhodochrosite (15 gp). Citrine (20 gp). Deep blue spinel (800 gp). Alexandrite (800 gp). Carnelian (20 gp). Amethyst (140 gp). White opal (1000 gp). White pearl (140 gp). Golden yellow topaz (800 gp). Lapis lazuli (15 gp). Jet (140 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (15 gp). Carnelian (20 gp). Black pearl (800 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A man with a calm yet intense air about him, he wears tight fitting clothing which further accentuates his frame. His auburn hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. He has brown eyes and a white hat with a black feather.

Personality: Hûmgrat hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate him. It was this clingy personality that held back his painting career. He disdains his fellow westerners, claiming they make him look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: Born to a Miller, his father struggled to pay the bills. 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 has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Revenge; and sabotage a competitor

Ideals: Artistic. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Poor, Job, Enemies. Occupation: Stylist

Voice: Rolls R's

Possessions: 1100 pp. An elaborate, whalebone scrimshaw carving of intertwined orbs, each showing the legend of creation story (30 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1800 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1900 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (5000 gp). Gold music box (2000 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1800 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (400 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (170 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (170 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1800 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (170 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1900 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He is a man of bearing and well nourished. He is well dressed, constantly wearing a pastel suit, brown shirt, and grey tie. His black fur is knotted and matted. He is very pretty but has cold, dead eyes.

Personality: He is curt in most of his responses. He prefers to keep his word usage to a minimum to avoid giving away unnecessary information. He has a cruel streak; something he gained from his previous mentor. He harbors resentment against his former mentor.

History: A powerful wizard made him what he is. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. After a long history of fighting, Moon and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and he is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs

Flaws: Shy, Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Mentor, Religious. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: French accent

Possessions: 18000 gp. Golden yellow topaz (200 gp). Citrine (70 gp). Violet garnet (200 gp). Rhodochrosite (6 gp). Amethyst (70 gp). Golden yellow topaz (200 gp). Obsidian (6 gp). Smoky quartz (70 gp). Black star sapphire (500 gp). Sardonyx (70 gp). Eye agate (6 gp). Black pearl (200 gp). Black star sapphire (500 gp). Tourmaline (70 gp). Jade (70 gp). Freshwater pearl (6 gp). Moonstone (70 gp). Black pearl (200 gp). Eye agate (6 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (6 gp). Jasper (70 gp). Deep blue spinel (200 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: 6'1" and muscular, this northern man wears a shirt that is too small, which lets his gut show, with a ratty grey coat over it. His broad hat is riddled with cuts and holes. 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 is extraordinarily passive and rarely speaks, let alone speaks his mind. He is cautious and jumpy. He reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

History: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. In his 16th year, while out on a day-trip, he returned to find his hometown burning and destroyed. He found his father impaled in their home, and his mother beheaded. He saw the man who walked out, and charged him in a blind rage. The man easily evaded and defeated him, leaving him to live broken and terrified. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep; and he feels threatened by others

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Ugly, Insomniac, Shy, Fearful. Occupation: Fortune-teller

Voice: French accent

Possessions: 11000 gp. Moonstone (70 gp). Azurite (6 gp). Freshwater pearl (6 gp). Black pearl (300 gp). Moss agate (6 gp). Bloodstone (70 gp). Carnelian (70 gp). Jade (50 gp). Pink pearl (50 gp). Deep green spinel (50 gp). Rich purple corundum (1300 gp). Obsidian (6 gp). Golden yellow topaz (300 gp). Silver pearl (50 gp). Lapis lazuli (6 gp). Hematite (6 gp). Blue star sapphire (1300 gp). Black opal (1300 gp). Azurite (6 gp). Chalcedony (70 gp). Alexandrite (300 gp). Chrysoberyl (50 gp). Rich purple corundum (1300 gp). Black pearl (300 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: Her skin is bronze and flawless. She prefers to wear flannel. She is an epitome of beauty. She wears her blonde hair down. Her half smiles and blue eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

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. A true patriot, Sarah would do anything for her country. She is fiercely protective of her fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: She was born with several neurological imbalances, which makes sleep difficult for her. It may also be what makes her so good at details. Her mother was a soldier and died while she was still young. Sarah was left her mother's suit of armor and trained in its use and care. After a long history of fighting, Sarah and her spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: She's repulsed by the PC.

Flaws: Antagonistic, Disease, Insomniac. Bonds: Attractive, Military. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Soft and melodious

Possessions: 1000 gp. Sard (70 gp). Deep green spinel (110 gp). Pink pearl (110 gp). Rhodochrosite (11 gp). Peridot (70 gp). Violet garnet (1400 gp).

Description: Standing 3'3", this woman is renowned for her bright tan dresses and hats. She keeps her white hair in a pixie cut. She has a dull look in her blue eyes.

Personality: She is a hateful person. She taunts others and blames them for her problems. She receives visions of the future at random moments

History: She is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. She has chosen to use the inheritance that was left to her frivolously. She spent several years traveling with her friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: She's looking for her big break; and retire the richest woman in the east

Ideals: Gifted, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Carter

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 600 pp. Peridot (20 gp). Golden yellow topaz (300 gp). Citrine (20 gp). Golden yellow topaz (300 gp). Alexandrite (300 gp). Black star sapphire (600 gp). Black pearl (300 gp). Blue quartz (10 gp). Obsidian (10 gp). Obsidian (10 gp). Rock crystal (20 gp). Sardonyx (20 gp). Blue quartz (10 gp).

Description: Her right thumb is blackened and bruised, but otherwise she appears quite healthy. She wears baggy white pantaloons and a pastel scarf. Her blonde hair is heavily combed to the right. Her eyes are hazel.

Personality: She swings through moods quickly. One moment she is cool and collected, the next she is carried away by passions. She is obsessed with her god.

History: She was raised happily, as a normal child born to her father and mother. Her father taught her the rudiments of the Navigator arts, while her mother instructed her in etiquette, music and courtly manner. She was an apprentice working in her father's forge. She has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Regain custody of her son; and she is compelled to act according to her religious beliefs

Ideals: Passionate. Bonds: Religious, Rich, Job, Family. Occupation: Navigator

Voice: Low rumbling, strings words together

Possessions: 11000 gp. Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (900 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1000 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1500 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1500 gp). Carved bone or ivory statuette (40 gp). Gold music box (2000 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (180 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1000 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Solid gold idol (200 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1500 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1100 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1000 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1000 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 (40 gp). Jeweled gold crown (3000 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1500 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1100 gp). A delicate silver chain set with a tourmaline (40 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1000 gp). 1 Major magic item.