Description: His right side is far more bruised and cut up than his other. He wears very tight pants and wife beaters, though occasionally he sports a black coat. His blonde hair is drawn into a tight pony tail with a butterfly scrunchie. He has several tiny topaz earrings on each ear.

Personality: Norman is depressed about a lot of things. He tends to be a nihilist. He has a cruel streak; something he gained from his previous mentor. He harbors resentment against his former mentor.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: He feels kind of lost in life; and he has money and likes to spend it

Flaws: Ugly, Depressed, Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Mentor. Occupation: Barber

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: 5000 sp.

Description: This light-skinned male dresses in collared shirts and wears a proper scarf over his head. He is tall, broad shouldered and powerfully built. His golden hair is kept up in a ponytail inside a broad hat. He has several tiny amethyst earrings on each ear.

Personality: He will use flattery and sarcasm to attack and weaken his opponents. Despite his formidable combat skills he remains a coward. He is always in debt, since he spends his money on lavish parties and gifts for friends

History: He was raised in a white middle class family as the only child. Ostracized due to the divine powers of his oldest brother, he and his siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Humans became a terror of the countryside. Unlike his family, who was content to work in a sleepy main town, he wanted to work in the city. He has been working here for the past few years.

Motivation: He seems to be bored by most things.

Ideals: Fighting, Gifted. Flaws: Impulsive, Mundane. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Servant

Voice: French accent

Possessions: 200 gp. An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (120 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1000 gp).

Description: Her skin is bronze and flawless. She is well dressed, but even with her fine clothing she looks run-down. She is an epitome of beauty. Her red hair is styled in orderly dreadlocks. She has gleaming, smiling amber eyes.

Personality: She considers herself the protector of her home. She feels this is her duty and calling. She is fiercely devoted to her father, and views her father's ex-spouse as an evil person for separating her from her legal half-brother.

History: She was raised in a forest tribe. From there she went from mercenary job to mercenary job. Lacking all sense, she decided to go on an adventure. She picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: Meet up once more with her childhood friend; and she's looking for her big break

Bonds: Attractive, Guardian, Family, Nature, Adventurer. Occupation: Spy

Voice: Pronounces 'its' and 'is' like 'eats' and 'ease'

Possessions: 700 gp. Fire opal (1400 gp).

Description: The woman speaks with an almost imperceptible accent. She seems to always be the slightest bit damp as if she got out from a pool a few moments ago. She wears dark leathers with embroidery. Her brown hair is still thick. Her eyes are blue and catlike.

Personality: She does not believe in betrayal or weakness as things to be tolerated. Elizabeth enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for her love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: A studious child she never was much for a social life, not because she was unlikable, but because she did not seek it out. She sought a place where she would be rewarded solely on the merits of her skills. This search led her directly into Crown-heir work with an outfit from a few towns over. Crown-heir work suited her well, and with each successful project, she earned more gold and more respect from her peers. She has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Balancing her hectic life and new Crown-heir responsibilities is difficult; and expand her business

Ideals: Justice, Gifted. Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Immigrant, Job. Occupation: Crown-heir

Voice: Timid voice

Possessions: 200 gp. Tourmaline (120 gp). Citrine (30 gp). Blue sapphire (400 gp).