Description: He is of a modest build and height, but he carries himself more imposing than he is. He is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down. He wears his blonde hair up in a very large beehive style do. His amber eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: Richard speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. He is clearly well-traveled and educated. He loves his children and doesn't want them to worry about him. He loves to share his poetry with anyone who is interested.

History: He was born in the north. He found a children's book about a Human Paladin who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. He modeled his life after the story, seeing himself destined a hero. Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Impeccable, Artistic. Bonds: Family, Immigrant, Adventurer. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: growls and snarls, animalistic

Possessions: 800 gp.

Description: This tall, slender man wears rags and sports a simple walking cane. His hair is golden and curly. His brown eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: He is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as he rather likes the sound of his voice. His demeanor is somewhat feminine. 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: John was raised in a hard working conservative environment. His father worked until he suffered an accident while they were digging through a hill for a new route. He had to support his now crippled father and took his father's old job. He became a Scribe soon after.

Motivation: Human compassion; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Optimist, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Racist. Bonds: Poor, Job, Family. Occupation: Scribe

Voice: Whispers

Possessions: 400 gp. Sardonyx (30 gp). Black pearl (1000 gp).

Description: A woman of a pale complexion, she is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. She has wavy white hair. She was beautiful and young once, which still shows through her age, but it is a faded beauty.

Personality: Overbrimming with self-confidence, Katherine isn't afraid of most anything. She has a strong dislike to people who do not believe in Human unity. Further she is a bit of a stoner and is frequently out of it.

History: Katherine was born into a poor family. Growing up, she dreamt of becoming a Paladin, to bring honor to her family’s name. When she came of age, she applied for a position with her town's local guard, looking to work her way up via merit and eventually become a Paladin in service of a powerful lord somewhere. She found a children's book about a Human Paladin who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. She modeled her life after the story, seeing herself destined a hero. Recently a tribe of orcs attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Katherine fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: She wants to meet her childhood hero; and nothing but the best is good enough for her

Ideals: Fighting, Impeccable. Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Attractive, Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Doctor

Voice: American accent

Possessions: Amethyst (60 gp). Moonstone (20 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (5 gp). Obsidian (5 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A hulking woman with gigantic muscles, she wears well tailored gowns and hats with beautiful decoration. She is almost always dressed for an outing in high society. Her brown hair is still thick. Her eyes are hazel and catlike.

Personality: She is intelligent and cunning, but she will too often allow her rage to get the better of her. She will lose her cool and rely on brute force to carry the day. She believes the world needs to unite to get rid of dire rats once and for all.

History: When she was but 8 years old her parents immigrated from the east. Her parents enrolled her in a Paladin school at a young age so that she could practice her necromantic talents. She now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and she's repulsed by the pc

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Enemies, Immigrant. Occupation: Locksmith

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: 500 gp. Golden yellow topaz (300 gp). 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.