Description: Wearing a closed helm and plate, one would not know what he was had he not made sure his armor was more form fitting than normal. Outside of the suit he is generally well dressed albeit a few years behind the times. His white hair and beard is wavy and long. This gray eyed southerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: Overbrimming with self-confidence, Ernest isn't afraid of most anything. He has a strong dislike to people who do not believe in Human unity. Ernest is a bit of a follower. Usually he is manipulated by his brothers into helping them out, but recently he has become more of a free agent.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. Being born in the south, 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 south 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 east. He now has a substantial network of resources ranging from contacts to ships to peers.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of his brother.

Ideals: Impeccable, Entrepeneur. Bonds: Attractive, Family. Occupation: Laborer

Voice: Irish accent

Possessions: A finely crafted rug of intricate, geometric designs worked with silver threading (30 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (800 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp).

Description: The woman speaks with an almost imperceptible accent. She seems to always be the slightest bit damp as if she got out from a pool a few moments ago. She wears tight fighting clothing, which leaves very little to the imagination. Her black hair is singed and shortened. Her face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: She considers herself the perfect lady. She makes a point to always show proper etiquette and frequently critiques the etiquette of others. She constantly seizes attention wherever she goes and has come to expect this respect from everyone. She likes to think of herself as merciful, but nonetheless is very strict.

History: When she was but 3 years old her parents immigrated from the south. Her spouse left her for another, whom she beat to an almost bloody pulp. She did not win them back, but she came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. She left for the south, certain she would find work there.

Motivation: She doesn't get along with people that don't share her tastes; and nothing but the best is good enough for her

Ideals: Fighting, Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Immigrant. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: 800 gp.

Description: This younger middle-aged man wears a black wide-brimmed hat and black clothes, and a wedding ring on his right hand. His golden hair is singed and shortened. His hazel unseeing eyes seem to look past you.

Personality: He does not believe in betrayal or weakness as things to be tolerated. He is cautious and jumpy. He reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

History: He was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). He is searching for what he claims is his rightful reward.

Motivation: Obtaining odd cultural Human artifacts is his passion.

Ideals: Justice. Flaws: Ugly, Disease, Fearful. Bonds: In love, Adventurer. Occupation: Layabout

Voice: Excited and jittery

Possessions: 40 pp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: 4'8" and muscular, this northern woman wears a large hat to cast shadows over her face and wears ponchos to better hide her body. Sporting a red mohawk this woman's hair draws a lot of attention. She has gleaming, smiling violet eyes.

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 however greedy and will demand payment and proof of collateral's value and will produce a merchant's scale to make sure she is not cheated out of a speck.

History: Griselda was born the youngest of three triplets. Over the years she perfected her riding and shooting skills. She now has a substantial network of resources ranging from contacts to ships to peers.

Motivation: Regain custody of her son; and her spouse's relatives view her with great suspicion

Ideals: Athletic, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Family, Nature. Occupation: Gardener

Voice: Spits words with contempt

Possessions: 40000 cp.