Description: He is in excellent shape and wears clothing that is held on in multiple layers but all of it is in poor condition. His red hair and beard is wavy and long. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: Eccentric and domineering, Cory will drive conversation. He spends most of his days drinking in the Inn, the rowdiest and most dangerous establishment in town. There he gambles, wrestles and listens to stories told by travelers.

History: When he was but 4 years old his parents immigrated from the east. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Blacksmith hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. When he grew older, he became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. He began work as a mercenary for hire. He would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: To reunite with his old friends; and obtaining odd cultural human artifacts is his passion

Ideals: Athletic, Extrovert. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer, Immigrant. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Low rumbling, strings words together

Possessions: 300 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He stands about 5'7" and prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for his hunting needs. His right leg appears badly burned and disfigured. His hair is cut close to his head. His hazel eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: His tongue was cut out and he uses sign language. When he's not drinking or sleeping the drinks off, he's doing singing.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. His mother had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: He is greedy; and he has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Rich, Mentor, Immigrant. Occupation: Mason

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 400 gp.

Description: This man stands a little under 5'7" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He wears tan leather gloves, a tan jacket, and tight pants. His hair is red, silky, and of moderate length. His half smiles and gray eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: He believes there is no problem he cannot solve with sufficient elbow grease and persistence, if it is the best or most economic solution matters not. His temper goes off on the smallest of things. He tends to lash out at those around him.

History: He was born with several neurological imbalances, which makes sleep difficult for him. It may also be what makes him so good at details. Cursed with unlife at a very young age, Everard has worked very hard to control his curse. One night he noticed a nearby shooting star which he hiked out to see where it landed. It turned out to be an ancient artifact of some kind. He has done his darndest to repair it but it is currently non-functional.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep.

Ideals: Persistence. Flaws: Antagonistic, Disease, Insomniac. Bonds: Attractive. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: Speaks with back of mouth

Possessions: 700 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Runty and weak-looking, she is typically in her Banker uniform. Her blonde hair is cut short. She is baby faced.

Personality: Katherine is a sociable creature first and foremost. She loves to listen to people at length before talking their ear off. She can carry on conversation for hours and will do so. She takes great joy in being the best Banker in town.

History: Trained by her father for as long as she can remember she had it drilled in her head that it was her duty to serve her country. When money was particularly tight she was walking through alleys when she overheard a Banker hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. She made her way to the other competitor and parlayed her knowledge into a job. She's also a talented Layabout, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: She wants nothing more than to rejoin the army.

Ideals: Extrovert. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job, Poor, Military. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Soft and mumbly

Possessions: 700 gp. Rhodochrosite (12 gp). Freshwater pearl (12 gp). Golden yellow topaz (800 gp). Rock crystal (20 gp).