Description: This northern man's face is deformed and paralyzed on one side. As such, he slurs his words together. He wears a fine chain shirt which he covers with blue colored cloaks and clothing. His silver hair is thinning but still full. He has a dull look in his blue eyes.

Personality: He fancies himself a trickster and likes to rely on his wits to carry the day. He cares for his older siblings and likes to be recognized by them. He uses his nature as a weapon; he likes to lead opponents to think him in distress.

History: Gifted from a young age, Balimaar studied abroad. In his formative years he discovered how persuasive he was. He began using that to his advantage selling useless wares at inflated prices. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Regain custody of his son; and his spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion

Ideals: Gifted, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Secretive. Bonds: Family. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: Creaky witch voice

Possessions: 800 gp.

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he typically wears a sleeveless long coat of deep black leather and dull grey iron scale mail. He has a small bristly mustache and wavy red hair. His gray eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. He has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: Cory speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. He is clearly well-traveled and educated. He tends to be very friendly, and is drawn to music, the smells of food and wine, and out-door festivals.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. His spouse left him for another, whom he beat to an almost bloody pulp. He did not win them back, but he came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. He got away from his former life and has fallen to alcoholism.

Motivation: He doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes; and wants to have a good time and be beloved

Ideals: Impeccable, Optimist, Fighting. Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Healer

Voice: Eastern European accent

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He wears an old set of leather armor, nicked and torn by the ravages of time and battle. With bright red hair and a scraggly beard. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his green eyes.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. He never wears the same outfit twice, unless he absolutely has to.

History: A child with a great deal of writing talent his parents made sure he got the chance to thrive. He took every job he could get his hands on, but the opportunities for Humans in the west were limited. He left for the west, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: Money/treasure.

Ideals: Optimist, Artistic. Bonds: Immigrant, Attractive. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Pronounces O like U

Possessions: 400 gp.

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he wears suspenders and tan workpants. His shirt is blue, and he wears a heavy tan leather apron most of the time. He has a golden handlebar mustache and slicked back golden hair. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: He takes his job very seriously, in part because he fears he cannot get a new one. Ralf enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for his love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. A gifted student he started as a Masseuse, but he got bored and became a Roofer. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to brigands demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: Someone believes him a fraud; and expand his business

Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Job, Poor, Enemies. Occupation: Roofer

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.