Description: A man with a warm, jovial air about him, he wears tan leather gloves, a tan jacket, and tight pants. His green crest 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 gold eyes.

Personality: He is a Spice Merchant first and foremost. He believes firmly that knowledge should be universal. He pushes his goals aggressively. He is also a coward if confronted.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Patrin grew up listening to his mother's many stories. Patrin liked to wander the woods near his home when he was young, something he still likes to do at least once a week. He never liked modest clothing or shoes, so he would wander the woods barefoot and lightly dressed, and he developed a good sense of balance and learned how to climb and swim well. He became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: He's looking for his big break; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Adventurer, Nature. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Soft and mumbly

Possessions: 90 pp.

Description: He wears a shirt that is too small, which lets his gut show, with a ratty yellow coat over it, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 5'2" when asserting himself. His purple hair, when down, is lengthy. His eyes are white.

Personality: He likes to fabricate stories about his past exploits and how crazy he is, but in actuality he is rather bland. His brief stint in the army gave him the idea he was invincible and that he is the toughest man alive.

History: His parents moved while he was still in utero so he is the first generation to be born here. 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 has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Balancing his hectic life and new Merchant responsibilities is difficult.

Flaws: Ugly, Mundane. Bonds: Military, Immigrant, Job. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: White opal (900 gp). Black pearl (800 gp).

Description: This man tends to wear a heavy leather apron. Coupled with his rolled up shirt sleeves this gives him a very relaxed look. He has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized amber on his right hand. His brown hair is cut jaggedly and amateurishly. He is baby faced.

Personality: He tends to agree with only himself unless someone else's opinion sounds like he can profit from it. He tries to control his temper but he can't always stop himself from what he feels what must be done. He is afraid of women and trembles around them

History: He was born into a rich family. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. In his journeys he found a malevolent artifact. He wishes to return this artifact and its corrupting influence back to where it came.

Motivation: Marry his brother to traveling adventurers; and doesn't want to be a interpreter and was forced into it by his family

Flaws: Antagonistic, Shy, Disease. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Interpreter

Voice: Uses sign language

Possessions: 100 gp. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.

Description: This man stands a little under 5'2" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He wears very tight pants and wife beaters, though occasionally he sports a blue coat. He has a silver handlebar mustache and slicked back silver hair. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: He barks his statements quickly and with little fuss. He prefers small words and is at his heart utilitarian. He will do just about anything if he becomes convinced it is for someone's true love, of this he is easily convinced.

History: His history is one of pain. He was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves his parents kept. From there he went from mercenary job to mercenary job. He has drifted apart from his friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature lance.

Motivation: Wishes to resurrect an old love; and obtaining odd cultural elven artifacts is his passion

Flaws: Terse. Bonds: Has a crush, Slave, Adventurer, In love. Occupation: Barrister

Voice: Shortens vowels

Possessions: 400 sp. Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (160 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (160 gp). 1 Masterwork Common Melee.