Description: He wears a robe, a symbol of the four houses of cards around his neck, and a trident on his belt, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 6'5" when asserting himself. His white hair has been sun bleached extensively. His hazel eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: He has a good heart but also a terrible temper. He will forgive often but not before yelling and berating someone for whatever they have done wrong. He is however greedy and will demand payment and proof of collateral's value and will produce a merchant's scale to make sure he is not cheated out of a speck.

History: He was raised in a plains tribe. His mother had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He now has a substantial network of resources ranging from contacts to ships to peers.

Motivation: Retire the richest man in the west; and he has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Fighting, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Nature, Rich. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: 500 gp. Banded agate (16 gp). Blue quartz (16 gp). Alexandrite (1200 gp). Aquamarine (1200 gp).

Description: This younger middle-aged woman wears grey painted combat armor at almost all times, and a wedding ring on her right hand. Her white hair has been sun bleached extensively. Her eyes are likewise brown.

Personality: She is a jovial happy person, but she is convinced people are living their lives too quickly. She does suffer from mild PTSD, and the sight of orcs may trigger it at times.

History: Her parents moved while she was still in utero so she is the first generation to be born here. While studying, she fell in love. They married and had a son. She has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to orcs demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: She wants revenge against orcs.

Ideals: Optimist. Bonds: In love, Enemies, Immigrant. Occupation: Navigator

Voice: Draws out vowels

Possessions: 1000 sp. Blue star sapphire (700 gp).

Description: An imposing man with a heavy stainless steel prosthetic left leg, he wears a lot of dark rich colors, with gold accents. With bright brown hair and a scraggly beard. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: He believes mankind has become decadent and spoiled by the march of civilization and an end should come to life as we know it. He has a taste for the finer things and spends a great deal of money on luxuries, some more exotic than others.

History: He was born into a rich family. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. 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: To get a good night's sleep; and he uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs

Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Attractive, Nature, Rich. Occupation: Guard

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 200 gp. Eye agate (11 gp). Chrysoberyl (50 gp). Star rose quartz (60 gp).

Description: A man with a calm yet intense air about him, he dresses well, wearing brown shirts, loose pants, and blazers most of the time. His hair is auburn and curly. He has a tattooed face.

Personality: He thrives on attention. He does whatever is in his power to gain the attention of whomever he deems a fit date. He has all his life been fascinated with writing.

History: Raymond was born with his mother's beautiful face. His family was being driven out of business by several neighboring competitors. The mother sought out extralegal help and others began closing their doors. He saw this and took pride in his mother's willingness to do anything to win. Since then, he has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: His spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion; and to unite with his brother

Ideals: Artistic, Optimist. Bonds: Attractive, Criminal record, Family. Occupation: Sailor

Voice: Smoker's lung

Possessions: 700 gp.