Description: This fat eastern man has a bulbous nose and wears many layers of old clothing at all times. His skin is also unnaturally pale. He keeps his long black hair kept up in a rat tail. His eyes are green and catlike.

Personality: He can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. He loves teas. He is very sensitive about his face. To blow off anger he lifts weights and to control his otherwise explosive temper he works out a lot.

History: He was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. Ostracized due to the martial powers of his oldest sister, he and his siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Half-Elves became a terror of the countryside. He eventually got the idea of being the protector of his homeland from reading books, and has made it his duty.

Motivation: To protect his home.

Ideals: Gifted, Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Disease. Bonds: Poor, Guardian. Occupation: Cook

Voice: Spits words with contempt

Possessions: Star ruby (500 gp). Violet garnet (600 gp). Hematite (15 gp).

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. He wears suspenders and black workpants. His shirt is brown, and he wears a heavy black leather apron most of the time. His tied-back hair is blonde. His thin eyebrows rest above his beady brown eyes.

Personality: He believes there is no problem he cannot solve with sufficient elbow grease and persistence, if it is the best or most economic solution matters not. He is obsessed with his god.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. His homeland was ravaged by war and he spent much of his life rebuilding it. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs.

Ideals: Persistence. Flaws: Ugly, PTSD. Bonds: Religious, Mentor. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Relaxed voice

Possessions: Sardonyx (30 gp). Onyx (30 gp). Tourmaline (40 gp). Deep blue spinel (1600 gp).

Description: A moderately attractive man, he usually wears his green robe and has his shield always slung over his shoulder. His long chestnut hair reaches down to his waist. His violet eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: He is quite rude, and likes to deride his opponents skill and shout insults at them. He is frequently practicing swordplay.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious western family, he was no stranger to responsibility. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Elven companion (his 'brother'). He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs.

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Military, Religious, Adventurer. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: Timid voice

Possessions: 400 gp. 1 Half-Plate. 1 Half-Plate. 1 Half-Plate.

Description: A 3'3" southern man, he is wearing a tight pastel one piece outfit complete with pants, hood, and a cape. He wears his silver hair up in a very large beehive style do. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: He hates Halflings with a passion. As such he is filled with self loathing. When he's not drinking or sleeping the drinks off, he's doing dancing.

History: A studious child he never was much for a social life, not because he was unlikable, but because he did not seek it out. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Guard work with an outfit from a few towns over. Guard work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He's also a talented Seamstress, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

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

Ideals: Artistic, Gifted. Flaws: Racist. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Guard

Voice: Indian accent

Possessions: 700 gp. Tiger eye turquoise (4 gp). Brown-green garnet (130 gp). Red-brown spinel (130 gp). Lapis lazuli (4 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.