Description: An imposing man with a heavy stainless steel prosthetic right hand, he is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. He keeps his blonde hair in a pixie cut. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his brown eyes.

Personality: He can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. 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: Cory was born the youngest of three triplets. His arcane abilities were realized during a raid on his village. He routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of his sister; and his relatives are trying to arrange a marriage

Ideals: Fighting, Gifted, Logical. Bonds: Attractive, Family. Occupation: Bellfounder

Voice: Jittery and nervous

Possessions: 500 gp.

Description: This petite short man is perpetually holding a tea of some kind. He has the majority of his body covered in plate, marred by teas. He keeps his blonde hair in a pixie cut. His amber eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: Nicholas speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. He is clearly well-traveled and educated. Flattery will make him almost putty in your hands.

History: Nicholas lived on a farm with his father, near the main road leading to a nearby town. Being born in the north, 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 north 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 was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Wants to raise his children well; and nothing but the best is good enough for him

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly, Selfish. Bonds: Family. Occupation: Mason

Voice: Old thin voice

Possessions: 20 pp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A 5'10" southern woman, she wears baggy green pantaloons and a brown scarf. Her blonde hair is knotted and matted. She has a tattooed face.

Personality: She considers herself the perfect lady. She makes a point to always show proper etiquette and frequently critiques the etiquette of others. She is used to getting what she wants. In part because she is a meticulous planner.

History: She was raised in a forest tribe. Over the years she perfected her riding and shooting skills. She has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: She made a deal with a demon which lead to her current lot in life, and she's becoming increasingly nervous about it; and she is unsatisfied with her job

Ideals: Impeccable, Professionalism. Bonds: Nature, Job, Debt. Occupation: Stylist

Voice: Excited and jittery

Possessions: 5000 sp. Fire opal (800 gp). 1 Full Plate. 1 Half-Plate.

Description: She is an attractive woman, lean and moderately muscular. She is well dressed, constantly wearing a white suit, pastel shirt, and yellow tie. She wears a deerstalker hat to hide her balding. Her amber eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: Quiet and reserved she prefers to listen than to talk. She will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. She is terrible with names forgetting people's names several times before they finally stick; this causes her no end of embarrassment.

History: She was born at the edge of vast island. Galiena liked to wander the woods near her home when she was young, something she still likes to do at least once a week. She never liked modest clothing or shoes, so she would wander the woods barefoot and lightly dressed, and she developed a good sense of balance and learned how to climb and swim well. When she grew older, she became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. She began work as a mercenary for hire. She would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and to reunite with her old friends

Flaws: Shy, Forgetful. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer, Nature. Occupation: Assassin

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 100 gp. Onyx (20 gp). Red spinel (150 gp). Banded agate (12 gp). White opal (900 gp). 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.