Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he dresses in white turtlenecks beneath a pastel coat with green slacks. He has a long black beard with little hanging trinkets. His eyes are a pleasant brown.

Personality: He shows great sympathy to all travelers. He's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. He is harsh and unforgiving.

History: His history is one of pain. He was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves his parents kept. He found a children's book about a Halfling Bard who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. He modeled his life after the story, seeing himself destined a hero. When he grew older, he became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. He began work as a mercenary for hire. He would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: He doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Philantrophist, Impeccable. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Slave, Adventurer. Occupation: Tailor

Voice: Eastern European accent

Possessions: 800 gp. Solid gold idol (400 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A thin man, he clearly needs to put on some weight, but he still has a lot of muscle. He wears blue trousers with green and blue striped suspenders. He wears various colorful collared shirts. He has no hair. This amber eyed westerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: He will use flattery and sarcasm to attack and weaken his opponents. Despite his formidable combat skills he remains a coward. He spends most of his days drinking in the Inn, the rowdiest and most dangerous establishment in town. There he gambles, wrestles and listens to stories told by travelers.

History: When he was but 8 years old his parents immigrated from the west. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Halfling companion (his 'brother'). He has became unsatisfied with his lot in life, and decided to take up adventuring.

Motivation: He desires power and/or immortality.

Ideals: Athletic, Fighting. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Adventurer, Immigrant. Occupation: Actor

Voice: Shortens vowels

Possessions: A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (30 gp). Jeweled gold crown (2000 gp). Jeweled gold crown (2000 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (6000 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (30 gp). Jeweled anklet (4000 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (800 gp). A finely crafted rug of intricate, geometric designs worked with silver threading (100 gp). Old masterpiece painting (400 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (400 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp).

Description: This western man wears tight fitting pants and leather jackets. He usually doesn't wear a shirt. His clothes are grease stained in places. He wears his brown hair up in a very large beehive style do. His brown 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 plays an instrument quite well.

History: He grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Scribe hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. He has never given up on his music dream.

Motivation: Seeks redemption; and he is being blackmailed/forced/etc and this influences his actions

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Antagonistic, Mundane. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant, Criminal record. Occupation: Scribe

Voice: Speaks with a cold

Possessions: 5000 sp. Banded agate (13 gp).

Description: He is generally well dressed albeit a few years behind the times. His attire stands in sharp contrast to his shortbow, which is beautifully polished and possesses an ornate carving of a clover on it. He wears a wide-brimmed hat to cover his moderate length black hair. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: He is business-like. He takes instructions and follows them to the letter. He is stubborn though. He always likes to keep a trick up his sleeve. He likes to fight dirty and will kick and punch below the belt if he feels he even has a chance of losing.

History: He was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. His parents enrolled him in a Commoner school at a young age so that he could practice his martial talents. He would ruin relationships and cause injury. He was reprimanded several times before being given his current form and forced to learn humility.

Motivation: A rival would like him out of the picture; and he feels that his past leaves him morally obligated to help

Ideals: Professionalism, Gifted. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Attractive, Criminal record. Occupation: Sage

Voice: Laughs frequently while speaking

Possessions: 1700 gp. Aquamarine (1100 gp).