Description: He is armored in gleaming platemail with gilded edges. A flowing green cape and mantle trimmed with soft violet waves gently in the breeze, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 6'3" when asserting himself. He has styled his scarlet crest well, parting it to the left. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: He is a very happy person and has lots of energy. To put it simply, he's a very lovable idiot. He plays an instrument quite well.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. He couldn't stand his childhood mentor and eventually formed a pact with his mentor's previously failed apprentice to rebel. When their plan failed the mentor lashed out against both of them and fled. When he grew older, he became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. He began work as a mercenary for hire. He would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: He's looking for his big break.

Ideals: Optimist, Artistic. Bonds: Rich, Mentor, Adventurer. Occupation: Laborer

Voice: Voice breaks

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: This late middle aged woman wears tight fitting pants and leather jackets. She usually doesn't wear a shirt and is in decent physical shape. She has a long red ponytail with little hanging trinkets. Her eyes are likewise green. Her teeth are yellowed and unaligned.

Personality: She is almost excessively polite to everyone, even when angry. Further she is a bit of a stoner and is frequently out of it.

History: She was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. A serious injury left her mother unemployed and in need of constant care. Her family became saddled with debt trying to care for her infirm mother. Her addictions have taken their toll on her wallet, and she has found herself with a great deal of debt owed.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and she made a deal with a demon which lead to her current lot in life, and she's becoming increasingly nervous about it

Flaws: Ugly, Shy, Addict, Disease. Bonds: Debt, Job. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: Sensual and smooth

Possessions: 2400 sp. 1 Masterwork Light steel shield.

Description: This northern man is dressed in a clean tan cloak covering his clean studded leather. His clothes are grease stained in places. His hair is always cut to a buzz. His face is scarred and worn.

Personality: He acts crazy and hedonistic. He will pursue extreme courses of action in the short term, confident that they cannot fail.

History: Born to a Masseuse, his mother struggled to pay the bills. Rolen was born on a far northern forest where he grew up under the tutelage of his mother, an expert Bather. He left for the north, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: To prove his worth to the world; and seeks redemption

Flaws: Ugly, Hedonist, Impulsive. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant. Occupation: Bather

Voice: American accent

Possessions: 400 sp. Deep green spinel (40 gp). 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.

Description: This tall, slender woman is armored in gleaming platemail with gilded edges. A flowing brown cape and mantle trimmed with soft yellow waves gently in the breeze. Her blonde hair is drawn into a tight pony tail with a butterfly scrunchie. Her eyes, though not visible through her cowl, are green.

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 will do just about anything if she becomes convinced it is for someone's true love, of this she is easily convinced.

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. 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 knows her nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but her.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and she has money and likes to spend it

Flaws: Disease, Insomniac. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer, Has a crush. Occupation: Knight

Voice: Speaks with a cold

Possessions: 330 gp. 1 Antitoxin.

Description: She is lean but muscular and is wearing a long, grey cloak. Her black hair has been sun bleached extensively. She has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. She wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

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. She is harsh and unforgiving.

History: She was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. When she was little, her rather wealthy family often ventured across the mountains to a summer home near a ruined castle. She would wander through that ruined castle and adventure through it for days. One day while adventuring a terrible storm took place and she was stranded inside. Her family spent the next few days looking for her, and could only assume she was dead when it came time to leave. The family never returned to the mountains due to the painful memories there. Nora took refuge in the ruined castle and found the beat up flail and armor she uses now. She has built up a small fortune and can afford her own way.

Motivation: She's repulsed by the PC; and to fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Antagonistic, Insane. Bonds: Rich, Nature. Occupation: Interpreter

Voice: Low rumbling, strings words together

Possessions: 1000 cp. Pink pearl (130 gp). 1 Banded mail.

Description: A man with a warm, jovial air about him, he is wearing colorful clothing, dressed as a Tanner. His chestnut hair is thinning but still full. His eyes are a pleasant hazel.

Personality: Uthemar hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate him. It was this clingy personality that held back his singing career. He also is a firm believer in the manly ideal.

History: He is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He would ruin relationships and cause injury. He was reprimanded several times before being given his current form and forced to learn humility.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs; and he is greedy

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Rich, Criminal record, Religious. Occupation: Tanner

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: 200 sp. Red spinel (120 gp).

Description: This western woman is abnormally tall. She has the majority of her body covered in plate. Her whole body is exceptionally muscular. Her long black fur is drawn into a two foot long braid. Her half smiles and yellow eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: She swings through moods quickly. One moment she is cool and collected, the next she is carried away by passions. She does not trust anyone and sleeps with one eye open.

History: Lone was born with her mother's beautiful face. Since her mother passed away years ago, her father had doted on her, and she came to think her herself as special and better than other people in town. A notion that was reinforced by her attractiveness, a trait in which she easily excels the other women of her town. She left for the west, certain she would find work there.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep; and she uses money and sex appeal to get what she needs

Ideals: Passionate. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Immigrant, Attractive. Occupation: Bounty Hunter

Voice: Stutters

Possessions: 100 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: She is an exceptionally muscular looking eastern young adult. She has the majority of her body covered in plate. Beneath her clothing is a huge mess of scar tissue. She wears a broad hat to hide her balding. Her eyes are violet.

Personality: She is not truly malevolent, but she is obsessed with poetry. She constantly tries to fill her life with poetry. She keeps company with all sorts of races to see how they think and challenge minds foreign to her own.

History: The child of eastern immigrants she idolized her father. Anne was born on a far eastern plains where she grew up under the tutelage of her father, an expert Engraver. She moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: She is currently in port desperately looking for someone to get her out.

Ideals: Artistic, Gifted. Bonds: Slave, Immigrant. Occupation: Engraver

Voice: Slurs words

Possessions: 1000 sp. Rhodochrosite (10 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (700 gp). Fire opal (700 gp).

Description: He is a paragon of his species. He is larger and stronger than most Humans. His skin is light but he possesses many grey ritualistic tattoos. He is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright brown and grey, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. He wears his white hair down. He is very pretty but has cold, dead eyes.

Personality: He is highly sensitive about his name. He loathes it, but will not take any guff about it from anyone. His home and work are filled with various knick knacks he has acquired through the years. He cares a great deal for his adopted teenage daughter.

History: He was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. He couldn't stand his childhood mentor and eventually formed a pact with his mentor's previously failed apprentice to rebel. When their plan failed the mentor lashed out against both of them and fled. When his spouse passed he lost his only source of income but claims to his daughters to still be retired.

Motivation: An old rival family wants him found; and regain custody of his daughter

Flaws: Sensitive, Disease. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Family, Mentor. Occupation: Locksmith

Voice: Soft and mumbly

Possessions: 160 gp.