Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. He dresses like a well dressed Layabout does. He has chestnut hair. He has several tiny amethyst earrings on each ear.

Personality: Abrasive and pushy, he has a hard time making friends. A true patriot, Frederick would do anything for his country. He is fiercely protective of his fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: He comes from a rich western family. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. 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: Expand his business; and to be a junk dealer again

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Job, Rich, Military. Occupation: Layabout

Voice: Hissing voice

Possessions: 500 gp. 1 Everburning torch. 3 Alchemist’s fire. 3 Alchemist’s fire.

Description: This dark-skinned male wears dull green sweaters, loose brown pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath his sweater he keeps a concealed bastard sword, just in case. He is tall, broad shouldered and powerfully built. He has moderate length auburn hair. His face is scarred and worn.

Personality: He can speak with the recently deceased. He will often invite strangers home for dinner and talk their ears off. He cares deeply for his spouse and does his best to make sure his guests look presentable.

History: A powerful brothel owner made him what he is. He couldn't stand his childhood mentor and eventually formed a pact with his mentor's previously failed apprentice to rebel. When their plan failed the mentor lashed out against both of them and fled. He was granted martial powers by his dying brother.

Motivation: Wishes to resurrect an old love; and wants to have a good time and be beloved

Ideals: Gifted, Optimist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: In love, Mentor. Occupation: Stableman

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

Possessions: 300 sp. Eye agate (14 gp).

Description: A thin man, he clearly needs to put on some weight, but he still has a lot of muscle. He wears well tailored suits and hats with beautiful decoration. He is almost always dressed for an outing in high society. His hair is always cut to a buzz. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: He considers himself a man of culture and sophistication. He likes a good challenge to his wits. He is however nostalgic and wants to reunite with his old comrades. He has some compunction and patriotism and will work for the government before all other clients.

History: He served in the navy to pay for his family's outstanding loans. He was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. He never won. Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him; and he doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes

Ideals: Athletic, Impeccable. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer, Military. Occupation: Fletcher

Voice: Russian accent

Possessions: 5000 cp. Amber (90 gp).

Description: This man stands a little under 6'4" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for his hunting needs. His brown hair is knotted and matted. His eyes are likewise violet.

Personality: He acts crazy and hedonistic. He also is a firm believer in the manly ideal.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. Like his mother and his brother before him, after school he went straight into learning to become a Sage. He has drifted from career to career and currently works as a Sage.

Motivation: His name or reputation has been wronged in the past by dire rats, and he desires to right it; and someone believes him a fraud

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Hedonist, Impulsive. Bonds: Rich, Job, Enemies. Occupation: Sage

Voice: Booming voice

Possessions: 140 gp. Red spinel (70 gp).