Description: This slender man stands about 4'0". He wears dull green sweaters, loose brown pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath his sweater he keeps a concealed shield, just in case. His auburn hair is knotted and matted. His brown eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: He is extraordinarily eccentric. Only to laugh say gotcha and shoot double pistol fingers at the fooled target.

History: He was born in the west, but his parents moved at a very young age to the north. He was one of the best in his class, and was picked up by his current employer. He quickly showed his capability and was soon promoted to a head role. He has gone from town to town till he finds a spot where he can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: He is a bit of a kleptomaniac; and he'd like to take his coworkers down a peg

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Immigrant, Job, Criminal record. Occupation: Baker

Voice: Indian accent

Possessions: 1000 gp. Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). Jeweled anklet (3000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (500 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (500 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (90 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: 6'1" and muscular, this northern man is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. His scarlet crest is braided into rings. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He takes his job very seriously, in part because he fears he cannot get a new one. He lacks restraint and is impulsive. He jumps in and acts without thinking all too often.

History: Tarhun lived on a farm with his father, near the main road leading to a nearby town. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He struck the Spice Merchant job and began his own company from there.

Motivation: His relatives are trying to arrange a marriage; and sabotage a competitor

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Job, Family, Rich. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Scratchy, weak

Possessions: 90 pp. Lapis lazuli (11 gp). Blue sapphire (400 gp). Rhodochrosite (11 gp). Obsidian (11 gp). Star ruby (400 gp). Rich purple corundum (400 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: 4'9" and lanky with angular features, he is an attractive figure. He wears well tailored suits and hats with beautiful decoration. He is almost always dressed for an outing in high society. He has a long silver beard with little hanging trinkets. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: He is a jovial happy person, but he is convinced people are living their lives too quickly. He pushes his goals aggressively. He is also a coward if confronted.

History: He was born into a rich family. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He knows his nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but him.

Motivation: Money/treasure.

Ideals: Optimist, Logical. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Rich, Attractive. Occupation: Fletcher

Voice: Loud with bravado

Possessions: 400 gp. Star ruby (800 gp). Golden pearl (140 gp). 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: He is an exceptionally muscular looking southern young adult. He usually wears his brown robe and has his monstrous two handed axe always slung over his shoulder. Beneath his clothing is a huge mess of scar tissue. His brown hair is lengthy. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: Osco speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. He is clearly well-traveled and educated. He is afraid of women and trembles around them

History: His history is one of pain. He was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves his parents kept. He struck it rich when he found rare goods in large quantities. He has never given up on his writing dream.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him.

Ideals: Impeccable, Artistic. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Slave, Rich. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Low rumbling, strings words together

Possessions: 900 gp. A silver and pearl hairclip (60 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (400 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp). Old masterpiece painting (400 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.