Description: A thin man, he clearly needs to put on some weight, but he still has a lot of muscle. He likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. His long auburn hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. His gray eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: He tends to agree with only himself unless someone else's opinion sounds like he can profit from it. He tries to control his temper but he can't always stop himself from what he feels what must be done. He constantly seizes attention wherever he goes and has come to expect this respect from everyone. He likes to think of himself as merciful, but nonetheless is very strict.

History: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Fortune-teller work with an outfit from a few towns over. Fortune-teller work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. After a long history of fighting, Aldous and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: He doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes.

Ideals: Athletic, Impeccable. Flaws: Antagonistic, Ugly. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Fortune-teller

Voice: Sensual and smooth

Possessions: 400 gp. Lapis lazuli (6 gp). Freshwater pearl (6 gp). Deep blue spinel (600 gp). Chalcedony (60 gp).

Description: This man is dressed in earthy colors with a black and grey handkerchief worn on his left side, and sports empty pouches on his belt. He has done his best to style his blonde hair to look like a famous performer. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are gray.

Personality: Cocky and sure of himself, he believes he is the best Scribe born in the past three hundred years. He works hard and plays hard.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious eastern family, he was no stranger to responsibility. He couldn't stand his childhood mentor and eventually formed a pact with his mentor's previously failed apprentice to rebel. When their plan failed the mentor lashed out against both of them and fled. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: He wants random interesting trinkets and junk, hates to throw anything away; and he is unsatisfied with his job

Flaws: Hedonist, Greedy. Bonds: Job, Religious, Mentor. Occupation: Scribe

Voice: Spits and sputters

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: A 5'7" western woman, she wears loose pants and a collared shirt complete with sweater beneath her coat. Her hair is silver and curly. She has a dull look in her hazel eyes.

Personality: She's a bit of a prankster. She knows she is clumsy and seen as such and will often feign amnesia after injury. She loves her children and doesn't want them to worry about her. She loves to share her painting with anyone who is interested.

History: Her parents moved while she was still in utero so she is the first generation to be born here. She was taken from her home at a very young age. By chance she met her sister recently and the two have been together since.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of her sister; and to reunite with her absent father

Ideals: Joker, Artistic. Bonds: Family, Immigrant, Slave. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Pronounces O like U

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: A stocky lighter skinned man, he wears long strands of amethyst and short black dresses (or suits) accompanied by the proper stockings and shoes, with gloves of varying lengths. He has a very tight haircut. His brown eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: He is a Marshal first and foremost. He believes firmly that knowledge should be universal. He will do just about anything if he becomes convinced it is for someone's true love, of this he is easily convinced.

History: A child with a great deal of painting talent his parents made sure he got the chance to thrive. He couldn't stand his childhood mentor and eventually formed a pact with his mentor's previously failed apprentice to rebel. When their plan failed the mentor lashed out against both of them and fled. He has achieved small success as a Marshal.

Motivation: To be a Barrister again; and he'd like to take his coworkers down a peg

Ideals: Artistic. Bonds: Rich, Job, Has a crush, Mentor. Occupation: Marshal

Voice: Draws out vowels

Possessions: 500 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.