Description: The dark-skinned man stands 5'11" and usually wears his black robe and has his greatsword always slung over his shoulder. His black hair is slicked back into a classic pompadour. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are gray.

Personality: While he acts the brute, he is far gentler than he would appear. He pushes his goals aggressively. He is also a coward if confronted.

History: His father raised him in a mountain cabin. Over the years he perfected his riding and shooting skills. After a long history of fighting, Adam and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: A deep hatred of dire rats; and someone believes him a fraud

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Fearful, Antagonistic. Bonds: Nature, Enemies. Occupation: Doctor

Voice: Rolls R's

Possessions: 1 Spyglass. 1 Masterwork manacles.

Description: He typically wears black cloth garments or leather armor. He is portly but not overly obese. His blonde hair is matted, messy, and big. This gray eyed westerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: He is irascible and easily irritated. He is very protective of his business, his home, and his spouse. He is willing to work with less than legal methods but maintains the front of legitimacy.

History: Balimaar lived on a farm with his father, near the main road leading to a nearby town. Ostracized due to the necromantic powers of his oldest sister, he and his siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Humans became a terror of the countryside. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Marry his sister to traveling adventurers.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Criminal record, Family. Occupation: Shipwright

Voice: Low range voice

Possessions: 200 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is a husky man, who wears a faded coat and loose pants complete with Stetson hat. His hair is greying and his face has many wrinkles. His eyes are violet.

Personality: He is envious of other's things. He hoards treasure, art, food, wine, and anything that he so desires. He is skeptical of what others tell him and is slow to trust.

History: He was a bastard born out of an affair, and his father always resented and mistreated him for it out of spite. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). 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: Find a way to reverse the transformation of his sister; and his spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion

Flaws: Greedy, Shy, Antagonistic. Bonds: Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Bather

Voice: pre-pubescent

Possessions: 10 pp. Star ruby (600 gp). White opal (600 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A thin woman, she clearly needs to put on some weight, but she still has a lot of muscle. She is renowned for her bright brown dresses and hats. Her hair is cut close to her head. Her violet eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: She is business-like. She takes instructions and follows them to the letter. She also hits on women, regardless of circumstances.

History: A powerful wizard made her what she is. A serious injury left her mother unemployed and in need of constant care. Her family became saddled with debt trying to care for her infirm mother. She has recently attracted an admirer that believes she's playing hard to get.

Motivation: She doesn't get along with people that don't share her tastes; and she has a crush on the local junk dealer

Ideals: Athletic, Professionalism, Impeccable. Bonds: Has a crush, Mentor, Debt. Occupation: Layabout

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 3000 sp. Aquamarine (600 gp). Jet (160 gp). Lapis lazuli (15 gp). Alexandrite (600 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.