Description: He is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 5'8" when asserting himself. He has a long red beard with little hanging trinkets. His violet eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: He is envious of other's things. He hoards treasure, art, food, wine, and anything that he so desires. He pushes his goals aggressively. He is also a coward if confronted.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his father and mother. His father taught him the rudiments of the Map Maker arts, while his mother instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. At a young age he wooed the heart of his future spouse and the two had a long relationship before they wed. He knows his nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but him.

Motivation: Regain custody of his daughter; and his relatives are trying to arrange a marriage

Flaws: Greedy, Fearful. Bonds: Rich, In love, Family. Occupation: Map Maker

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 600 gp. Moonstone (70 gp). Chrysoprase (70 gp). Alexandrite (400 gp). 1 Bullseye lantern. 1 Simple lock. 1 Superior lock.

Description: A pudgy man standing about 6'4" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright violet and black, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. He wears his blonde hair up. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: He trusts no one. He is not readily capable for forgiveness and his ire never leaves him. He is always in debt, since he spends his money on lavish parties and gifts for friends

History: He was born in the east, but his parents moved at a very young age to the south. He worked as a nervous Cartwright and found it very stressful. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor.

Flaws: Antagonistic, Impulsive. Bonds: Rich, Immigrant, Job. Occupation: Cartwright

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 600 gp. Pink pearl (110 gp). Pink pearl (110 gp).

Description: An older man who dresses in collared shirts and wears a proper scarf over his head, he is not a threatening figure. He has shaved his head bald. He wears an eyepatch.

Personality: He shows great sympathy to all travelers. He's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. He is motivated by money and will often try and persuade people to work for cheap. He haggles over everything, upselling his goods and buying cheap. He is persistent in everything.

History: He was born in the north, but his parents moved at a very young age to the east. Over the years he perfected his riding and shooting skills. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: To pay off his debts.

Ideals: Philantrophist, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Immigrant, Nature. Occupation: Sage

Voice: Soft and mumbly

Possessions: 800 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This western man's face is deformed and paralyzed on one side. As such, he slurs his words together. He likes to wear white tank tops with tan pants. His black hair is kept up in a ponytail inside a deerstalker hat. His brown eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: He is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as he rather likes the sound of his voice. His demeanor is somewhat feminine. He claims to be unscrupulous but at the end of the day he will do what he thinks is right.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. His family was being driven out of business by several neighboring competitors. The mother sought out extralegal help and others began closing their doors. He saw this and took pride in his mother's willingness to do anything to win. As of late he has set up a hidden staging nest where he ambushes people he hires for escort.

Motivation: He feels that his past leaves him morally obligated to help; and he is a bit of a kleptomaniac

Ideals: Optimist, Justice. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Mentor, Criminal record. Occupation: Junk Dealer

Voice: Timid voice

Possessions: 3000 sp.