Description: This southern man's face is deformed and paralyzed on one side. As such, he slurs his words together. He usually wears his yellow robe and has his sword always slung over his shoulder. He wears his golden hair up in a very large beehive style do. His hazel eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: He is extraordinarily eccentric. He is kind towards other men and children and will generally offer men help without question. Others will generally need to prove themselves to him.

History: Sold as a small child to a slaver, John was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. After coming to the age of reason, John took it upon himself to study the divine arts in their entirety; because of this, he was labeled a dark omen and banished from his homeland. He now spends his time doing works of charity.

Motivation: He is not mentally stable, and does not behave rationally.

Ideals: Philantrophist, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Insane. Bonds: Mentor. Occupation: Engraver

Voice: Slow speaker

Possessions: 6000 sp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This woman is bedraggled and starved. She is dressed in an above average manner. She has wavy blonde hair. Her violet eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: She has two modes she varies between. On the job she is cold, steely and emotionless. Off the job she is a party animal. She spends most of her days drinking in the Inn, the rowdiest and most dangerous establishment in town. There she gambles, wrestles and listens to stories told by travelers.

History: Avelina was raised in a hard working conservative environment. She was taken from her home at a very young age. She has dedicated herself to building a better trade route.

Motivation: Meet up once more with her childhood friend; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Bonds: Attractive, Poor, Job, Adventurer, Slave. Occupation: Bounty Hunter

Voice: Old thin voice

Possessions: 20000 cp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: His skin has the orange glow of too much sun. He prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for his hunting needs. His golden hair is kept up in a ponytail inside a Stetson hat. His blue eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: He dislikes all the random violence that takes place in the north. He loves his children and doesn't want them to worry about him. He loves to share his poetry with anyone who is interested.

History: He got into the Ploughman business at a young age. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Ploughman work with an outfit from a few towns over. Ploughman work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He leaves a trail of broken hearts and full pockets wherever he goes.

Motivation: To reunite with his absent father.

Ideals: Pacifist, Artistic. Bonds: Rich, Family, Job, Attractive. Occupation: Ploughman

Voice: Gruff and masculine

Possessions: 40000 cp. Deep blue spinel (800 gp). 2 Antitoxin. 2 Smokesticks. 4 Holy water. 2 Smokesticks.

Description: His skin is bronze and flawless. He is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down. He is an epitome of beauty. He has a small bristly mustache and wavy chestnut hair. His eyes are hazel and catlike.

Personality: He seems absolutely devoid of it. He stares off into space and will respond with overly literal and minimalist answers to questions. More though he will beg to come along on any journeys. He will attempt to stowaway on any ship he can in the hopes that it will get him further away.

History: He is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. He struck it rich when he found rare goods in large quantities. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: His spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion; and marry his brother to traveling adventurers

Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Attractive, Slave, Rich, Family. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Hollow voice

Possessions: 400 gp. Obsidian (10 gp). Bloodstone (60 gp). Aquamarine (1500 gp). Hematite (10 gp).