Description: A pudgy man standing about 5'2" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He wears grey robes with leather pauldrons. Though occasionally he wears more armor. He prefers to carry a greatsword, but if one is not available he will default to his scimitar. His silver hair is still thick. He has a dull look in his violet eyes.

Personality: He considers himself the protector of his home. He feels this is his duty and calling. Animals are drawn to him, and he is able to talk to them.

History: Sold as a small child to a brothel owner, Gerard was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. He inherited a moderately successful company from his father. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and to clean up the streets

Ideals: Gifted. Bonds: Guardian, Mentor, Rich. Occupation: Fortune-teller

Voice: Pronounces O like U

Possessions: 2000 sp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A hulking woman with gigantic muscles, she wears professional attire. Her long white hair reaches down to her waist. Her amber eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: Soft-spoken and well mannered, she has an amazing amount of patience and a slow boiling temper. She works hard and plays hard.

History: She was born at the edge of vast desert. Her parents divorced when she was young, and her mother gained full cudstody. She was regularly beaten by her mother, who blamed her for driving them apart. After a long history of fighting, Beatrice and her spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: She's repulsed by the PC.

Ideals: Disciplined. Flaws: Hedonist, Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Nature. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 200 gp. Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1100 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (1000 gp). Gold music box (1000 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (180 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He has a large grey mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into his brown robe. He is physically well-built. His black hair is smooth and relatively long. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: He is someone who is used to having a large amount of sex appeal. He also lacks a concept of privacy and shares just about everything. He is a great chef.

History: He was born several months after his mother was called into army service. He helped his mother out around the business and became quite the natural. He has gone from town to town till he finds a spot where he can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: Balancing his hectic life and new Sage responsibilities is difficult.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Attractive, Military, Job. Occupation: Sage

Voice: Old thin voice

Possessions: 400 gp. Red spinel (120 gp).

Description: This western man likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. His clothes are grease stained in places. He has styled his brown hair well, parting it to the left. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: He is extraordinarily eccentric. He is obsessed with finding treasure.

History: Alexandre lived on a farm with his mother, near the main road leading to a nearby town. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). He has became unsatisfied with his lot in life, and decided to take up adventuring.

Motivation: He has passion for adventuring and risk.

Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant, Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Smoker's lung

Possessions: 500 gp.