Description: 6'2" and muscular, this western man is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright grey and brown, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. His hair is auburn and very short. He wears an eyepatch.

Personality: He is quiet and reserved most of the time, but warms up to people very quickly. Around friends he is liable to tell dirty jokes and enjoy himself. He cannot resist a sob story and will often dote over anyone who has one.

History: He was born in the west, but his parents moved at a very young age to the east. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. 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: Money/treasure; and wants to work out more often

Ideals: Athletic, Joker, Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Immigrant. Occupation: Cook

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 700 gp.

Description: She is of a modest build and height, but she carries herself more imposing than she is. She likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. Her hair is long and golden with streaks of white, and is pulled back with small white clips. Her half smiles and violet eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

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

History: Born in a small village she learned the ways of the warrior from her mother. Her first spouse was a Bowyer, they had one daughter, but her spouse won total custody. Without her spouse to temper her she grew out of control. When her spouse passed she lost her only source of income but claims to her daughters to still be retired.

Motivation: Her spouse's relatives view her with great suspicion.

Ideals: Gifted, Artistic, Fighting. Bonds: Attractive, Family. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 1000 sp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: She is a small woman, but exceptionally fit. She wears a custom-built plate barding that's adorned with tan lining and desert motifs. Her blonde hair is singed and shortened. She wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into her face.

Personality: She is happy with her job as a Brewer. She turns her eye from what people do, preferring to live and let live. She is however nostalgic and wants to reunite with her old comrades. She has some compunction and patriotism and will work for the government before all other clients.

History: Gifted from a young age, Joan studied abroad. She was one of the best in her class, and was picked up by her current employer. She quickly showed her capability and was soon promoted to a head role. She now travels the world, in search of power and loot.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark.

Ideals: Athletic, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Brewer

Voice: Indian accent

Possessions: 400 gp.

Description: This man is unhealthily muscled, almost every single one of his veins is visible when he is not flexing. His shirts and pants tend to be short and undersized for him due to the difficulty of finding a good tailor. He sports a flattop hair cut. He wears an eyepatch.

Personality: He does not believe in betrayal or weakness as things to be tolerated. He does not trust anyone and sleeps with one eye open.

History: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. His spouse left him for another, whom he beat to an almost bloody pulp. He did not win them back, but he came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. He has made many enemies by not giving into corruption and outing many instances of it.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often; and to get a good night's sleep

Ideals: Fighting, Athletic, Justice. Flaws: Ugly, Insomniac. Occupation: Weaver

Voice: Mousy voice

Possessions: 100 gp. Solid gold idol (900 gp). Jeweled anklet (1000 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (1000 gp). Silver ewer (20 gp).