Description: He wears a custom-built plate barding that's adorned with black lining and desert motifs, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 5'9" when asserting himself. His hair is white, silky, and of moderate length. His gold eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: He is quite rude, and likes to deride his opponents skill and shout insults at them. He passes on several rewards to people in need. He makes a point to leave places better than he found them.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. He was part of a huge silver rush, which was taken over by a mining company. The company confiscated a lot of silver, but the shipment was lost. 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 has passion for adventuring and risk; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Mentor, Adventurer. Occupation: Sailor

Voice: Low range voice

Possessions: 50 gp. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.

Description: She wears dark leathers with embroidery. She cuts an attractive figure and her suit of old armor is well cared for even if it is obsolete. She wears a small hat to hide her balding. She has several tiny amber earrings on each ear.

Personality: She is shy and timid. She has not had much interaction with people and is skittish around them. She has all her life been fascinated with music.

History: She was born into a rich family. She inherited a moderately successful company from her father. Under her leadership it has flourished, and using capital from her venture she effectively owns an entire region. She has never given up on her music dream.

Motivation: She is greedy; and money/treasure

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Rich. Occupation: Hunter

Voice: Forgets to breathe while speaking

Possessions: 3000 cp. 1 Masterwork Heavy wooden shield.

Description: This petite short woman is perpetually holding a sweet of some kind. She wears a tattered pair of loose black pants, a matching torn shirt, and a visible pair of similar condition same color briefs, marred by sweets. Her golden hair is greasy and uncared for. She has gray eyes and a black hat with a pastel feather.

Personality: This woman loves writing and to teach people writing more than just about anything. She would rather hide behind her crafts than deal with other people.

History: Trained by her mother for as long as she can remember she had it drilled in her head that it was her duty to serve her country. When money was particularly tight she was walking through alleys when she overheard a Dilettante hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. She made her way to the other competitor and parlayed her knowledge into a job. She has never given up on her writing dream.

Motivation: She wants nothing more than to rejoin the army.

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Poor, Military. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Uses lots of figures of speech

Possessions: 50 gp. Red-brown spinel (40 gp).

Description: This slender woman stands about 5'8". She wears well tailored gowns and hats with beautiful decoration. She is almost always dressed for an outing in high society. Her long black hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. She wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into her face.

Personality: She swings through moods quickly. One moment she is cool and collected, the next she is carried away by passions. She uses her nature as a weapon; she likes to lead opponents to think her in distress.

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. Cursed with a spirit at a very young age, Anakis has worked very hard to control her curse. 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: She is greedy; and she has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Passionate. Flaws: Secretive, Disease, Insomniac. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Hunter

Voice: Rolls R's

Possessions: 2000 cp.

Description: This younger middle-aged man wears a black costume with the symbols of strength on his torso, and a wedding ring on his left hand. He has moderate length silver hair. He is missing an eye and his face is severely sunburned. His one remaining eye shines black.

Personality: He likes to make people angry or surprised. Animals are drawn to him, and he is able to talk to them.

History: He is a Hag in disguise. He found a children's book about a Tiefling Sorcerer who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. He modeled his life after the story, seeing himself destined a hero. He is searching for what he claims is his rightful reward.

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

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: In love, Adventurer. Occupation: Cook

Voice: Dutch accent

Possessions: 140 pp. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: This woman stands a little under 6'4" and is a bit bulky. She is very muscular particularly in the legs. She prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for her hunting needs. She wears a wide-brimmed hat to hide her balding. Her fierce gold eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: She has always had a great fascination with Half-Elven culture. She has a taste for the finer things and spends a great deal of money on luxuries, some more exotic than others.

History: She got into the Gardener business at a young age. She sought a place where she would be rewarded solely on the merits of her skills. This search led her directly into Gardener work with an outfit from a few towns over. Gardener work suited her well, and with each successful project, she earned more gold and more respect from her peers. She has became unsatisfied with her lot in life, and decided to take up adventuring.

Motivation: She is unsatisfied with her job; and she's attracted to the pc

Flaws: Racist. Bonds: Rich, Job, Adventurer, Has a crush. Occupation: Gardener

Voice: Speaks with back of mouth

Possessions: 6000 cp.

Description: A 6'4" western man, he is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. His blonde hair, when down, is lengthy. This amber eyed westerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: His voice, at times compared to that of a Nymph, lambasts those who consider themselves "civilized" with snide, belittling remarks; the subtle growl he speaks with growing louder in doing so, one can find it most pronounced, despite the otherwise natural purity of his tone. He seeks to pay back kindness whenever he gets the chance. Whether it be in the form of unwanted serenades or the latest gossip he always seeks to do solids for his friends.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Norman grew up listening to his father's many stories. He found a children's book about a Human Sorcerer who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. He modeled his life after the story, seeing himself destined a hero. Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: He desires power and/or immortality; and half-orc compassion

Ideals: Fighting, Philantrophist. Flaws: Cynical, Racist. Bonds: Adventurer. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Eastern European accent

Possessions: 300 gp.

Description: He is a man of bearing and well nourished. He is armored in gleaming platemail with gilded edges. A flowing tan cape and mantle trimmed with soft grey waves gently in the breeze. His hair is cut close to his head. His blue eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: He likes to brag about his accomplishments and constantly tries to beat others to the punch. Flattery will make him almost putty in your hands.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. He has had some formal writing training, and achieved minor success. He hopes to save up enough money to one day pay a cleric to cure him.

Motivation: He is greedy; and he has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Passionate, Artistic. Flaws: Selfish, Disease. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Marshal

Voice: German accent

Possessions: 70 gp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: Relatively heavier built than your average man, he is not imposing. He dresses in red turtlenecks beneath a green coat with tan slacks. His blonde hair is cut short. His half smiles and amber eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: He considers himself a man of culture and sophistication. He likes a good challenge to his wits. As he has aged he has sought to do reparations for his actions as a youth. He is also making sure that his compatriots who never received punishment for their crimes are brought to justice.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. He has made many enemies by not giving into corruption and outing many instances of it.

Motivation: He has comitted a past crime that haunts him to this day.

Ideals: Impeccable, Justice. Bonds: Attractive, Criminal record, Poor. Occupation: Ploughman

Voice: Irish accent

Possessions: Just what you see.