Description: This eastern man's face is deformed and paralyzed on one side. As such, he slurs his words together. He wears well tailored suits and hats with beautiful decoration. He is almost always dressed for an outing in high society. His hair, while still mostly purple, has prominent grey streaks. His eyes are likewise red.

Personality: Astar is depressed about a lot of things. He tends to be a nihilist. Further he is a bit of a stoner and is frequently out of it.

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. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: He loathes his own lifestyle; and money/treasure

Flaws: Ugly, Depressed, Addict. Bonds: Rich, Immigrant. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Shortens vowels

Possessions: 400 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A man of a pale complexion, he wears a blue coat over a white low-cut shirt, and a top hat upon his head. His black hair, when down, is lengthy. He has blue eyes.

Personality: While he is on the job, he is grim and serious. He understands how dangerous the world is and the need to stay safe. He is underhanded and not above using his wealth and body to get others to do his bidding.

History: Gifted from a young age, Nicholas studied abroad. His mother was a mechanic, and taught him how to fix just about anything. He used his abilities to trick people and travel the world for free.

Motivation: Regain custody of his daughter; and his relatives are trying to arrange a marriage

Ideals: Gifted, Persistence. Bonds: Criminal record, Attractive, Family. Occupation: Marshal

Voice: Laughs frequently while speaking

Possessions: 1100 gp. Malachite (12 gp). Red-brown spinel (100 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (12 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: His right side is far more bruised and cut up than his other. He typically wears a sleeveless long coat of deep brown leather and dull black iron scale mail. He wears his blonde hair up in a very large beehive style do. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: He loves justice and goodness and right action. Anyone who does not fulfill this criteria perfectly will no doubt get a lecture from him. He is the most sanctimonious self-righteous Halfling in existence. He would rather hide behind his crafts than deal with other people.

History: He comes from a rich northern family. He inherited a moderately successful company from his father. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. 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; and he is greedy

Ideals: Justice, Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Carter

Voice: Sensual and smooth

Possessions: 200 gp. 3 Thunderstones. 1 Everburning torch.

Description: This tall, slender man is well dressed, constantly wearing a green suit, grey shirt, and green tie. 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. Around other people he will do his best to conceal his emotions and appear jolly.

History: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. Veit abandoned his home at a very young age, living in the fields and plains. He survived everyday through hunting and stealing from passersby. He did whatever it took for him to survive. 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's looking for his big break; and he has passion for adventuring and risk

Flaws: Antagonistic, Shy, Ugly. Bonds: Adventurer. Occupation: Brewer

Voice: Jittery and nervous

Possessions: Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (400 gp). Old masterpiece painting (900 gp). 1 Minor magic item.