Description: A man with a warm, jovial air about him, he wears a robe, a symbol of the four houses of cards around his neck, and a halberd on his belt. His golden hair is thinning but still full. His eyes are gray and beady.

Personality: Cocky and sure of himself, he believes he is the best Detective born in the past three hundred years. He never wears the same outfit twice, unless he absolutely has to.

History: Born in the south his family was never financially stable. He was an apprentice working in his mother's forge. He's also a talented Cartwright, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor; and to fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever

Ideals: Fighting, Artistic. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job, Poor. Occupation: Detective

Voice: Draws out vowels

Possessions: 4000 gp. Fiery yellow corundum (500 gp). Blue sapphire (500 gp). Peridot (30 gp). Aquamarine (1600 gp). Violet garnet (1600 gp). Alexandrite (1600 gp). Freshwater pearl (9 gp). Aquamarine (1600 gp). Jet (110 gp). Chrysoberyl (110 gp). Eye agate (9 gp). Freshwater pearl (9 gp). Obsidian (9 gp). Chrysoberyl (110 gp). Hematite (9 gp). Moonstone (30 gp). Banded agate (9 gp). Emerald (500 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This southern man's face is deformed and paralyzed on one side. As such, he slurs his words together. He wears suspenders and brown workpants. His shirt is black, and he wears a heavy brown leather apron most of the time. His auburn hair and beard is wavy and long. His eyes are amber and beady.

Personality: He considers himself the perfect gentleman. He makes a point to always show proper etiquette and frequently critiques the etiquette of others. Thoradin enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for his love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: Thoradin was born to in a poor docking district. He spent his early days working in the same smith shop his mother was employed at, doing general labor. He made a point of taking high paying jobs and getting most of it up front. He now travels the world, in search of power and loot.

Motivation: Obtaining odd cultural Dwarven artifacts is his passion.

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly, Hedonist. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Carpenter

Voice: Low and grunting

Possessions: 1100 gp. Tiger eye turquoise (16 gp). Banded agate (16 gp). Chrysoberyl (160 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This tall, slender man is renowned for his bright brown suits and hats. He has wavy chestnut hair. He has a tattooed face.

Personality: He fancies himself a trickster and likes to rely on his wits to carry the day. He cares for his older siblings and likes to be recognized by them. He is a bit of a xeno-phobe, disliking non-Halflings.

History: Trained by his mother for as long as he can remember he had it drilled in his head that it was his duty to serve his country. When Fargas reached his early adolescence his Halfling mother passed away. Feeling disconnected from the small nearby village afterwards, he decided to travel. His rounds led him into the Army with a few individuals who would become his life-long companions. He now owns his own business.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him; and doesn't want to be a bellfounder and was forced into it by his family

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Racist. Bonds: Family, Military, Job. Occupation: Bellfounder

Voice: Soft and melodious

Possessions: Jade (130 gp). Chalcedony (40 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He stands about 4'9" and wears tight fighting clothing, which leaves very little to the imagination. His left hand appears badly burned and disfigured. His auburn hair is braided into rings. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his amber eyes.

Personality: He hates Elves with a passion. As such he is filled with self loathing. He dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. His biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: Lucan was born with his father's beautiful face. Before the accident, he was one of the most outspoken anti-Elven activists. He was mortally wounded, saved by a kind and fast-acting Elven doctor. He routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: A strong sense of loyalty to Elven people.

Ideals: Fighting, Logical. Flaws: Racist. Bonds: Attractive. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: Posh accent

Possessions: 80 gp.