Description: 5'11" and muscular, this eastern man is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down. His red hair is knotted and matted. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: He will use flattery and sarcasm to attack and weaken his opponents. Despite his formidable combat skills he remains a coward. Animals are drawn to him, and he is able to talk to them.

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Anselm was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often; and obtaining odd cultural human artifacts is his passion

Ideals: Athletic, Fighting, Gifted. Bonds: Mentor, Adventurer. Occupation: Bellfounder

Voice: Creaky witch voice

Possessions: 20 pp. Rhodochrosite (11 gp). Freshwater pearl (11 gp). Bloodstone (50 gp).

Description: A stocky darker skinned man, he wears dark leathers with embroidery. His hair is greying and his face has many wrinkles. His fierce violet eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: He has two modes he varies between. On the job he is cold, steely and emotionless. Off the job he is a party animal. He loves being with his children and actually smiles when they are around. He would do anything for them. He dislikes his ex a great deal.

History: His parents moved while he was still in utero so he is the first generation to be born here. Being born in the south, he completed his medical training abroad so as to avoid the war. He returned after the war having achieved medical proficiency. He was a general practitioner in the south for years, until he, through no fault of his own, lost a patient who had a very powerful family. Rather than risk reprisal he made his way east. He's also a talented Slave Trader, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of his sister; and regain custody of his son

Bonds: Job, Family, Immigrant. Occupation: Actor

Voice: Pronounces O like U

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: This malnourished man wears green leather gloves, a green jacket, and tight pants. His hair is brown and curly. He has a dull look in his amber eyes.

Personality: Aldous is a sociable creature first and foremost. He loves to listen to people at length before talking their ear off. He can carry on conversation for hours and will do so. His philosophy is that everyone needs a friend and as such shows hospitality towards all.

History: Born in the east his family was never financially stable. He was part of a huge silver rush, which was taken over by a mining company. The company confiscated a lot of silver, but the shipment was lost. He has since lost track of the people in his past.

Motivation: Obtaining odd cultural Human artifacts is his passion.

Ideals: Extrovert, Optimist. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Fletcher

Voice: Scottish accent

Possessions: 3000 sp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Her skin is bronze and flawless. She has a large brown mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into her blue robe. She is an epitome of beauty. Her brown hair is slicked back into a classic pompadour. Her gray eyes peer out from beneath her wide-brimmed brown hat.

Personality: Abrasive and pushy, she has a hard time making friends. She is able to fit into much smaller and tighter spaces than normal.

History: She is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. She was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. She never won. She was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching her a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: She uses money and sex appeal to get what she needs; and she has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Gifted, Athletic. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Rich. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Relaxed voice

Possessions: 200 gp. Silver comb with moonstones (300 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp).