Description: A man with thick toned arms and a paunchy gut. He is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. He has done his best to style his white hair to look like a famous performer. His blue eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: Gerald 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: He was raised in a white middle class family as the only child. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Armorer work with an outfit from a few towns over. Armorer work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He then took over the family business and is one of the better Armorer for hire.

Motivation: He'd like to take his coworkers down a peg; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Athletic, Impeccable. Flaws: Shy, Mundane. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Armorer

Voice: Deep voice with rolling R's

Possessions: 90 gp. Bloodstone (30 gp).

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. He typically wears blue cloth garments or leather armor. His brown hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. He has a dull look in his violet eyes.

Personality: Here is a man who knows he is the smartest in the room. He talks down to others constantly. He is a great chef.

History: Theren was born in the east. At a young age he loved to build and create. He has chosen to use the inheritance that was left to him frivolously. 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: He feels the way he acts is they only way to get by in the world; and money/treasure

Ideals: Impeccable, Gifted, Persistence. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Cartwright

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: 400 gp. Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (300 gp).

Description: A stocky lighter skinned man, he is wearing a long, yellow, dusty cloak. His brown hair is lengthy and is close to two feet long. He has several tiny aquamarine earrings on each ear.

Personality: He is a man who does what he needs to. He will acquiesce to black mail and extortion to avoid trouble. He feeds upon the attention of others.

History: His parents moved while he was still in utero so he is the first generation to be born here. He struck it rich when he found rare goods in large quantities. Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: He's in love; and he's looking for his big break

Bonds: Rich, Criminal record, Attractive, Immigrant, Adventurer, Has a crush. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: 2000 sp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: The light-skinned man stands 6'8" and is wearing a perfectly clean shirt and pair of pants. His chestnut hair is heavily combed to the left. His fierce hazel eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: He exudes charisma. He is a tour de force of persuasion. He feeds upon the attention of others.

History: He comes from a rich western family. He worked as a nervous Body Guard and found it very stressful. 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: Expand his business; and to prove his worth to the world

Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Job. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Soothing and warm

Possessions: 1600 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.