Description: A hulking man with gigantic muscles, he has a large pastel mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into his tan robe. His white hair is braided into rings. His violet unseeing eyes seem to look past you.

Personality: Hugh wants to be seen as a stoic, levelheaded, noble Paladin, so he tries to act the part. He does a good job, for the most part... He feeds upon the attention of others.

History: He was born in a small mountains village. Being born in the west, 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 west 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 north. By chance he met his brother recently and the two have been together since.

Motivation: Doesn't want to be a Tanner and was forced into it by his family.

Ideals: Disciplined. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Attractive, Nature, Family. Occupation: Tanner

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: 20000 cp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: Her skin is bronze and flawless. She prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for her hunting needs. She is an epitome of beauty. Sporting a chestnut mohawk this woman's hair draws a lot of attention. Her otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: Joan hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate her. It was this clingy personality that held back her dancing career. She also has developed a complete distrust of the Seamstress profession.

History: She was born with several neurological imbalances, which makes sleep difficult for her. It may also be what makes her so good at details. A freak accident while working with her Seamstress father left her crippled. She has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep; and money/treasure

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Disease, Insomniac. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Job. Occupation: Bricklayer

Voice: Forgets to breathe while speaking

Possessions: 600 gp. Chalcedony (80 gp).

Description: This woman is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. She wears black trousers with green and violet striped suspenders. She wears various colorful collared shirts. Her hair is blonde, silky, and of moderate length. Her eyes are violet and she is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: She is quite gentle and does not know the full extent of her strength. She works very hard to maintain that gentleness. She is harsh and unforgiving.

History: Born to a poor family in the city she treasured whatever gifts she got. From her teen years she was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on her. She left for the east, certain she would find work there.

Motivation: She's repulsed by the PC; and she is greedy

Ideals: Disciplined. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Immigrant, Attractive, Poor. Occupation: Layabout

Voice: Creaky witch voice

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: This woman stands a little under 4'11" and is a bit bulky. She is very muscular particularly in the legs. She wears a robe, a symbol of the sun god around her neck, and a quarterstaff on her belt. She wears her blonde hair up. Her eyes are gray and she is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: Quiet and reserved she prefers to listen than to talk. She will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. Energy wise she seems alert and responsive.

History: Sold as a small child to a brothel owner, Eloise was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. She eventually earned her freedom when her former master disappeared. At a young age she wooed the heart of her future spouse and the two had a long relationship before they wed. 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. Eloise fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever; and wishes to resurrect an old love

Ideals: Fighting, Professionalism. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Mentor, In love. Occupation: Bellfounder

Voice: Squeaky

Possessions: 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.