Description: A pudgy man standing about 5'5" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. His blonde hair and beard is wavy and long. His amber eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: He cares much about the opinion of others, both in good and in bad: when keeping in line with his opinion, he thinks highly of the other person, but when opinions clash, he can get violently argumentative. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: Dustin was born to in a poor docking district. He spent his early days working in the same smith shop his father was employed at, doing general labor. Being born in the north, he completed his medical training abroad so as to avoid the war. He returned after the war having achieved medical proficiency. He was a general practitioner in the north for years, until he, through no fault of his own, lost a patient who had a very powerful family. Rather than risk reprisal he made his way west. He has since lost track of the people in his past.

Motivation: Marry his sister to traveling adventurers; and his relatives are trying to arrange a marriage

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Opinionated. Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Poor, Family. Occupation: Fletcher

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: 10 pp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: An older woman who wears a robe, a symbol of luck around her neck, and a shortspear on her belt, she is not a threatening figure. With bright red hair. She has green eyes.

Personality: A deeply religious woman she believes everything happens for a reason. She is accommodating to her spouse and as such limits her hospitality. She is brave and levelheaded in the face of danger and has proven herself a capable leader.

History: She got into the Tailor business at a young age. She was an apprentice working in her mother's forge. Since then, she has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever; and she has a rivalry with the church that dominates her actions

Ideals: Fighting, Optimist. Bonds: Religious, In love, Job. Occupation: Tailor

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 10000 cp.

Description: She wears many layers of old clothing at all times. Her attire stands in sharp contrast to her hand crossbow, which is beautifully polished and possesses an ornate carving of a cross on it. Her blonde hair is matted, messy, and big. Her green eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: She is highly sensitive about her name. She loathes it, but will not take any guff about it from anyone. She also is a firm believer in the womanly ideal.

History: She was born at the edge of vast island. She graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. She advanced relatively quickly due to her good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. She was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Someone believes her a fraud.

Flaws: Ugly, Sensitive, Impulsive. Bonds: Poor, Nature, Military. Occupation: Priest

Voice: Boston accent

Possessions: 5000 sp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: He wears tight fitting clothing which further accentuates his frame, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 6'0" when asserting himself. His golden hair is still thick. He has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. He wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. He is a big fan of imagination and believes people should spend more time reading and writing.

History: He was born in the north. He has had some formal writing training, and achieved minor success. He routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: Doesn't want to be a Shepherd and was forced into it by his family; and wants to have a good time and be beloved

Ideals: Optimist, Logical, Artistic. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Family. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Boston accent

Possessions: 6000 sp. Aquamarine (1200 gp). Hematite (10 gp).