Description: He is a pot bellied southern man with a big hulking figure and broad shoulders. He wears white robes with leather pauldrons. Though occasionally he wears more armor. He prefers to carry a sickle, but if one is not available he will default to his bow. He keeps his long black hair kept up in a rat tail. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: He snorts whenever he laughs or is feeling confident. He is accommodating to his spouse and as such limits his hospitality. He is brave and levelheaded in the face of danger and has proven himself a capable leader.

History: Nicholas was born into a poor family. Growing up, he dreamt of becoming a Paladin, to bring honor to his family’s name. When he came of age, he applied for a position with his town's local guard, looking to work his way up via merit and eventually become a Paladin in service of a powerful lord somewhere. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: He's looking for his big break; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Athletic. Bonds: In love, Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Gruff and masculine

Possessions: 800 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Dark and lean, he is a relatively plain man. He wears long strands of topaz and short violet dresses (or suits) accompanied by the proper stockings and shoes, with gloves of varying lengths. His hair is cut close to his head. He has a dull look in his amber eyes.

Personality: He is shy and timid. He has not had much interaction with people and is skittish around them. His brief stint in the army gave him the idea he was invincible and that he is the toughest man alive.

History: A studious child he never was much for a social life, not because he was unlikable, but because he did not seek it out. He struck it rich when he found rare goods in large quantities. 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: He wants nothing more than to rejoin the army.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Shy, Insane. Bonds: Rich, Military. Occupation: Cartwright

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: 200 gp. Deep green spinel (100 gp). Tourmaline (100 gp). Moss agate (12 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: His skin has the orange glow of too much sun. He wears a shirt that is too small, which lets his gut show, with a ratty red coat over it. His brown hair is heavily combed to the right. His eyes are brown and catlike.

Personality: Stoic and calm, he prefers to meditate than take action. He plays an instrument quite well.

History: He was born in a small island village. There was a wharf not far from home where he often wandered off to fish. He bought a scythe and has really upped his game hunting, due to his understanding of decoy and ambush.

Motivation: He's in love.

Ideals: Disciplined, Artistic. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Nature, Immigrant. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Dutch accent

Possessions: 300 gp.

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. He is wearing dark clothing and a heavy breastplate, keeping many of his physical features obscured. His chestnut hair is unkempt and raggedy. He is baby faced.

Personality: A rambunctious noisy drunk he knows how to make people feel guilty. He dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. His biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: He was a bastard born out of an affair, and his mother always resented and mistreated him for it out of spite. Through the years after Lewis was born, his mother became increasingly distant from his family, instead choosing to pursue power in the west. Lewis's mother didn't care for him much, and the feeling was mutual. He routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: He feels kind of lost in life.

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Ugly, Depressed, Antagonistic. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Laborer

Voice: Loud with bravado

Possessions: 700 gp. Zircon (50 gp). Red garnet (130 gp). Star rose quartz (50 gp).