Description: This man wears clothing that is held on in multiple layers but all of it is in poor condition, and sports empty pouches on his belt. His white hair is slicked back into a classic pompadour. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: He is extraordinarily eccentric. He is cautious and jumpy. He reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

History: Simon was born into a poor family. Growing up, he dreamt of becoming a Paladin, to bring honor to his family’s name. When he came of age, he applied for a position with his town's local guard, looking to work his way up via merit and eventually become a Paladin in service of a powerful lord somewhere. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: He wants to meet his childhood hero.

Flaws: Insane, Fearful, Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Rolls R's

Possessions: 700 gp. Azurite (9 gp). Red spinel (70 gp). Jasper (30 gp).

Description: The dark-skinned man stands 5'4" and is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. His red hair is cut short. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: Gerard 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 will often invite strangers home for dinner and talk their ears off. He cares deeply for his spouse and does his best to make sure his guests look presentable.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious southern family, he was no stranger to responsibility. Gerard abandoned his home at a very young age, living in the fields and plains. He survived everyday through hunting and stealing from passersby. He did whatever it took for him to survive. Since then, he has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: Meet up once more with his childhood friend; and obtaining odd cultural human artifacts is his passion

Ideals: Disciplined, Optimist. Bonds: In love, Religious, Adventurer. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Australian accent

Possessions: 200 gp. White opal (800 gp). Jade (110 gp). Blue star sapphire (800 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He wears a brown cloak and cross-gartered red stockings. His skin is fair and his fingers are delicate and long. He has no hair. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He hates dire rats. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. He has the money to obtain near anything and knows that if you pay a man enough he will sell his own mother. Money is his most trusted friend.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. He took every job he could get his hands on, but the opportunities for Humans in the east were limited. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it; and many dire rats want him driven away

Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Enemies, Rich, Mentor, Immigrant. Occupation: Mayor

Voice: Prounounces S like Z

Possessions: 3000 sp.

Description: She has the majority of her body covered in plate. She has a moderate pudge and is not very fit. Her golden hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. She tend to wears goggles to shield her eyes.

Personality: She does not care much for physical appearances, nor does she care much for other people. She does however care about what she wants and getting it. She enjoys reading and quiet.

History: Maynild was born in the east. At a young age she loved to build and create. In her formative years she discovered how persuasive she was. She began using that to her advantage selling useless wares at inflated prices. She found several beat up suits of armor and, cannibalizing spare parts, she put together a working one.

Motivation: Retire the richest woman in the east; and she is compelled to act according to her religious beliefs

Ideals: Logical, Persistence, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly. Occupation: Jeweler

Voice: Nasally tone

Possessions: 600 gp. Tourmaline (160 gp). Peridot (40 gp). Violet garnet (800 gp). 1 Smokesticks. 4 Alchemist’s fire.