Description: A middle-aged man, he prefers to wear black clothing when he does not wear armor, and is pretty ugly. His silver hair is well kept and his bushy mustache is tapered upwards at the ends. He has several tiny topaz earrings on each ear.

Personality: He considers himself the protector of his home. He feels this is his duty and calling. The war was a terrible time for him, and Varis does not often speak of it. When he does, he does so with a strained expression and tears in his eyes.

History: Varis was raised in a hard working conservative environment. When Varis reached his early adolescence his Elf 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: Expand his business.

Flaws: Ugly, Depressed. Bonds: Rich, Guardian, Military, Job. Occupation: Scribe

Voice: Old Prospector

Possessions: 200 gp. Deep green spinel (100 gp). Azurite (13 gp). 1 Half-Plate. 1 Masterwork Light wooden shield.

Description: 4'1" and lanky with angular features, he is an attractive figure. He wears skinny pants and wears a grey and tan robe with the hood down. He wears a broad hat to hide his balding. He was beautiful and young once, which still shows through his age, but it is a faded beauty.

Personality: He's a bit of a prankster. He knows he is clumsy and seen as such and will often feign amnesia after injury. He will pursue extreme courses of action in the short term, confident that they cannot fail.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious northern family, he was no stranger to responsibility. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: He uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs.

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Attractive, Religious, Rich. Occupation: Dyer

Voice: Speaks with squeezed throat

Possessions: 160 gp. Sard (40 gp).

Description: He wears dull tan sweaters, loose grey pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath his sweater he keeps a concealed falchion, just in case. His black hair is braided into rings. His half smiles and violet eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: He has schizophrenia that causes him to hear things that aren't there and will sometimes respond to them. His brief stint in the army gave him the idea he was invincible and that he is the toughest man alive.

History: He was born with several neurological imbalances, which makes sleep difficult for him. It may also be what makes him so good at details. 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 hasn't been sleeping well lately.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep; and he wants nothing more than to rejoin the army

Flaws: Disease, Insomniac. Bonds: Attractive, Military, Job. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Laughs frequently while speaking

Possessions: 70 pp. Blue quartz (15 gp). Aquamarine (600 gp).

Description: 5'11" and lanky with angular features, he is an attractive figure. He wears professional attire. He wears a colorful flower in his cinnamon fur. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He is witty, but his monotone delivery comes off as unnerving He tends to be very friendly, and is drawn to music, the smells of food and wine, and out-door festivals.

History: He was born with several neurological imbalances, which makes sleep difficult for him. It may also be what makes him so good at details. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. He hopes to save up enough money to one day pay a cleric to cure him.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and to protect his home

Ideals: Joker, Optimist. Flaws: Disease, Insomniac. Bonds: Attractive. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: High pitched, excited

Possessions: A silver and pearl hairclip (10 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.