Description: He is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 5'6" when asserting himself. His blonde hair is matted, messy, and big. His eyes are green and he is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: He is shy and timid. He has not had much interaction with people and is skittish around them. He uses his nature as a weapon; he likes to lead opponents to think him in distress.

History: He was born several months after his father was called into army service. 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: He is greedy; and he has money and likes to spend it

Flaws: Ugly, Shy, Secretive. Bonds: Military, Rich. Occupation: Navigator

Voice: Posh accent

Possessions: 300 pp. Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (60 gp). Solid gold idol (800 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (2200 gp). Finely wrought small gold bracelet (80 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (2200 gp). A delicate brass dragon egg (80 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (2200 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (600 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (2200 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Runty and weak-looking, he wears tight fitting pants and leather jackets. He usually doesn't wear a shirt. He sports a flattop hair cut. His black eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: Friendly and accommodating he would invite many more into his home than his spouse would be comfortable with if they did not express concern about it. 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: He got into the Barber business at a young age. While studying, he fell in love. They married and had a daughter. He has drifted apart from his friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature dagger.

Motivation: He is unsatisfied with his job; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer, Job, In love. Occupation: Barber

Voice: Adds syll-ab-les for em-pha-sis

Possessions: 200 gp. Jasper (70 gp). Rich purple corundum (600 gp).

Description: This man is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior, and sports empty pouches on his belt. He has golden hair. He has gleaming, smiling blue eyes.

Personality: He is happy with his job as a Gardener. He turns his eye from what people do, preferring to live and let live. When he's not drinking or sleeping the drinks off, he's doing dancing.

History: Born in a small village he learned the ways of the warrior from his mother. Before the accident, he was one of the most outspoken anti-Halfling activists. He was mortally wounded, saved by a kind and fast-acting Halfling doctor. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Wants a kiss; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Fighting, Artistic. Flaws: Racist. Bonds: Job, Has a crush. Occupation: Gardener

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: 20000 cp. Brass mug with jade inlays (500 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (500 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (30 gp).

Description: His skin has the orange glow of too much sun. He dresses well, typically a more casual-formal manner. He has done his best to style his chestnut hair to look like a famous performer. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: He is intelligent and cunning, but he will too often allow his rage to get the better of him. He will lose his cool and rely on brute force to carry the day. A friendly and beautiful Elf, he is rarely seen without a few beauties around his arms. Though a playboy in all rights, he is no lame duck.

History: Sold as a small child to a brothel owner, Naill was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. His parents divorced when he was young, and his mother gained full cudstody. He was regularly beaten by his mother, who blamed him for driving them apart. By chance he met his sister recently and the two have been together since.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and an old rival family wants him found

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Mentor, Family. Occupation: Cook

Voice: Australian accent

Possessions: 80 pp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.