Description: He likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. He carries with him a set of scimitars, each one with a jet on the hilt. He only wears one on his belt and the other on his back. He has a long chestnut beard with little hanging trinkets. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: He considers himself a man of culture and sophistication. He likes a good challenge to his wits. He is a font of random trivia from the lore and stories he has discovered

History: Born the oldest of a large religious southern family, he was no stranger to responsibility. 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. Recently a tribe of goblins attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. John fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: He has a rivalry with the Church that dominates his actions.

Ideals: Fighting, Impeccable, Logical. Bonds: Religious. Occupation: Navigator

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: 40 pp. Golden yellow topaz (200 gp). Obsidian (5 gp). Moss agate (5 gp).

Description: A moderately attractive man, he prefers to wear flannel. His chestnut hair and beard is wavy and long. He has hazel eyes.

Personality: He is mildly Human supremacist, though he does not identify as such. His home and work are filled with various knick knacks he has acquired through the years. He cares a great deal for his adopted teenage son.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious eastern family, he was no stranger to responsibility. 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 desires power and/or immortality.

Flaws: Racist. Bonds: Attractive, Family, Religious, Adventurer. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: High pitched, excited

Possessions: 600 gp. Alexandrite (300 gp). Peridot (40 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: She is an attractive woman, lean and moderately muscular. She wears a grey collared shirt and white skirt. She accessorizes with a green scarf around the waist and a strap diagonally across her shirt. Her long blonde hair reaches down to her waist. Her eyes are hazel and catlike.

Personality: A skeptical and narcissistic woman, Juliana's first love is herself. Her second love is also herself. She has a cruel streak; something she gained from her previous mentor. She harbors resentment against her former mentor.

History: She was born in a small island village. She couldn't stand her childhood mentor and eventually formed a pact with her mentor's previously failed apprentice to rebel. When their plan failed the mentor lashed out against both of them and fled. After a long history of fighting, Juliana and her spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: She doesn't get along with people that don't share her tastes.

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Mentor, Nature. Occupation: Fortune-teller

Voice: Loud with bravado

Possessions: 100 gp. Lapis lazuli (6 gp). Eye agate (6 gp). Freshwater pearl (6 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Her skin has the orange glow of too much sun. She prefers to wear the grand gowns of high society. She carries her fan with her everywhere and carries herself as the perfect lady. She has a very tight haircut. Her skin is flawless and her green eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: She exudes charisma. She is a tour de force of persuasion. Her brief stint in the army gave her the idea she was invincible and that she is the toughest woman alive.

History: She was born in the west, but her parents moved at a very young age to the south. When the war came and ruined her parents she was left adrift. She was a hard woman then and has only learned to fight more as time goes on. She knows her nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but her.

Motivation: She uses money and sex appeal to get what she needs.

Flaws: PTSD. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Military, Immigrant. Occupation: Slave Trader

Voice: Timid voice

Possessions: 400 gp. Freshwater pearl (11 gp). 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.