Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. He wears an entirely green suit with white socks and a vest with buckled shoes. He wears a wide-brimmed hat to hide his balding. He has several tiny topaz earrings on each ear.

Personality: He is witty, but his monotone delivery comes off as unnerving The war was a terrible time for him, and Aldous does not often speak of it. When he does, he does so with a strained expression and tears in his eyes.

History: He was born several months after his father was called into army service. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He is greedy; and he wants nothing more than to rejoin the army

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Ugly, Depressed. Bonds: Rich, Military. Occupation: Ploughman

Voice: Rolls R's

Possessions: 50 pp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: 4'10" and lanky with angular features, she is an attractive figure. She prefers to wear the grand gowns of high society. She carries her fan with her everywhere and carries herself as the perfect lady. Her hair is short and blonde. She has several tiny ruby earrings on each ear.

Personality: She cares much about the opinion of others, both in good and in bad: when keeping in line with her opinion, she thinks highly of the other person, but when opinions clash, she can get violently argumentative. She is a font of random trivia from the lore and stories she has discovered

History: She is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. She was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. Her spouse died of illness and she inherited everything. She leaves a trail of broken hearts and full pockets wherever she goes.

Motivation: Her religion dominates her actions; and she is greedy

Ideals: Opinionated, Logical. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Religious. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Middle-eastern accent

Possessions: 80 pp. Silver ewer (70 gp).

Description: This tall, slender man likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. His tied-back hair is brown. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: He is witty, but his monotone delivery comes off as unnerving The war was a terrible time for him, and Norman does not often speak of it. When he does, he does so with a strained expression and tears in his eyes.

History: He grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. He has had some formal painting training, and achieved minor success. He has never given up on his painting dream.

Motivation: He loathes his own lifestyle; and he feels kind of lost in life

Ideals: Joker, Artistic. Flaws: Depressed, Mundane. Bonds: Military. Occupation: Detective

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: 10000 cp.

Description: A thin man, he clearly needs to put on some weight, but he still has a lot of muscle. He wears a well pressed and immaculate suit (or dress). His hair is always cut to a buzz. His eyes are amber and catlike.

Personality: He likes to fabricate stories about his past exploits and how crazy he is, but in actuality he is rather bland. He plays an instrument quite well.

History: He was raised by priests from a young age. He couldn't stand his childhood mentor and eventually formed a pact with his mentor's previously failed apprentice to rebel. When their plan failed the mentor lashed out against both of them and fled. Unlike his family, who was content to work in a sleepy main town, he wanted to work in the city. He has been working here for the past few years.

Motivation: He seems to be bored by most things; and to end his boredom

Ideals: Athletic, Artistic. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Religious, Mentor. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Hard of hearing, loud

Possessions: 600 gp. Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp).