Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he wears tight fitting pants and leather jackets. He usually doesn't wear a shirt. His hair is short and white. He has a dull look in his brown eyes.

Personality: He can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. He loves his children and doesn't want them to worry about him. He loves to share his music with anyone who is interested.

History: Gifted from a young age, Thar studied abroad. Thar liked to wander the woods near his home when he was young, something he still likes to do at least once a week. He never liked modest clothing or shoes, so he would wander the woods barefoot and lightly dressed, and he developed a good sense of balance and learned how to climb and swim well. Unlike his family, who was content to work in a sleepy main town, he wanted to work in the city. He has been working here for the past few years.

Motivation: He wants to get laid; and to unite with his brother

Ideals: Gifted, Artistic. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Family, Nature, Has a crush. Occupation: Barrister

Voice: Low and grunting

Possessions: 150 gp. Jet (60 gp).

Description: He is a physically imposing light-skinned man. He wears baggy tan pantaloons and a yellow scarf. His tied-back hair is chestnut. This green eyed westerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: A rambunctious noisy drunk he knows how to make people feel guilty. He also is a firm believer in the manly ideal.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. Dimble abandoned his home at a very young age, living in the fields and plains. He survived everyday through hunting and stealing from passersby. He did whatever it took for him to survive. He has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: He will attempt to ambush and attack anyone he thinks he can take on alone and try to knock them out with non-lethal damage. If successful, he will try to sell them to his slave-trader contact; and he feels that his past leaves him morally obligated to help

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Depressed, Impulsive. Bonds: Adventurer, Criminal record. Occupation: Server

Voice: Hollow voice

Possessions: 6000 cp. Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: He wears a shirt that is too small, which lets his gut show, with a ratty blue coat over it. His auburn hair is slicked back into a classic pompadour. He has amber eyes and a blue hat with a green feather.

Personality: He is not truly malevolent, but he is obsessed with music. He constantly tries to fill his life with music. He invented a lineage for himself and claims to be descended from several legendary heroes.

History: He was born into a rich family. Over the years he perfected his riding and shooting skills. He knows his nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but him.

Motivation: Obtaining odd cultural Dwarven artifacts is his passion.

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Adventurer, Rich, Nature. Occupation: Engraver

Voice: Low rumbling, strings words together

Possessions: 2 Antitoxin.

Description: A middle-aged man, he wears bulky white painted plate armor, and is pretty ugly. His hair, while still mostly silver, has prominent grey streaks. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. He never wears the same outfit twice, unless he absolutely has to.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious northern family, he was no stranger to responsibility. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He remains aloof and afraid to be himself due to all the ideals others have placed upon him.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs.

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Insomniac, Shy. Bonds: Religious. Occupation: Knight

Voice: Voice breaks

Possessions: 6000 cp.

Description: This malnourished man dresses well, wearing tan shirts, loose pants, and blazers most of the time. His long auburn hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: He is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as he rather likes the sound of his voice. His demeanor is somewhat feminine. He believes the world needs to unite to get rid of gnolls once and for all.

History: He was born to loving parents in a slum to the north. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Architect hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. Since then, he has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: His name or reputation has been wronged in the past by gnolls, and he desires to right it; and several ex partners dislike his way of doing things and want revenge

Ideals: Optimist. Bonds: Attractive, Poor, Enemies. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Forgets to breathe while speaking

Possessions: 230 gp.

Description: This tall, slender man wears tight fitting clothing which further accentuates his frame. He wears his red hair down. His voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

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 is obsessed with finding treasure.

History: He was born in the west, but his parents moved at a very young age to the south. Because his father participated in the massacre of their homeland, orcs burned their ranch to the ground and forced them out. He was preparing to flee to the west, but the outbreak of war prevented him and his mother from journeying west to reunite his family. He now travels the world, in search of power and loot.

Motivation: He has passion for adventuring and risk; and a deep hatred of orcs

Flaws: Insane, Insomniac. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer, Immigrant, Enemies. Occupation: Tanner

Voice: Posh accent

Possessions: 340 gp. Silver comb with moonstones (600 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (600 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (600 gp).

Description: An older man who wears an old set of leather armor, nicked and torn by the ravages of time and battle, he is not a threatening figure. He has no crest. He has gleaming, smiling gold eyes.

Personality: Fax speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. He is clearly well-traveled and educated. 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, Fax is combative with any and all who dare try his patience in the slightest.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. Cursed with unlife at a very young age, Fax has worked very hard to control his curse. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes.

Ideals: Impeccable, Justice. Flaws: Ugly, Disease. Occupation: Crown-heir

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: 20 gp. Solid gold idol (200 gp).

Description: This northern man wears a well pressed and immaculate suit (or dress). His clothes are grease stained in places. His auburn hair is long and unkept. His eyes are amber and he is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: He fancies himself a trickster and likes to rely on his wits to carry the day. He cares for his older siblings and likes to be recognized by them. He also hits on women, regardless of circumstances.

History: He was born to loving parents in a slum to the north. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Weaver hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. He has gone from town to town working and never settling down anywhere, but has fallen for a local Guard. He hasn't told them the truth, but wants to settle down with them.

Motivation: To unite with his sister.

Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant, Family, Has a crush. Occupation: Weaver

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: 100 gp. Jet (120 gp). Moss agate (15 gp).

Description: This woman stands a little under 5'7" and is a bit bulky. She is very muscular particularly in the legs. She wears violet trousers with tan and grey striped suspenders. She wears various colorful collared shirts. Her moppish silver hair is in a traditional bowl cut. Her voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: Calm and collected, she is a well trained Sculptor. She is a thrill seeker, she laughs at people and throws down challenges. She is highly competitive and combative.

History: Tiaathque was born with her mother's beautiful face. 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 has gone from town to town till she finds a spot where she can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: To reunite with her old friends; and she has money and likes to spend it

Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Job, Adventurer, Attractive, Rich. Occupation: Sculptor

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 400 gp.