Description: A man with a warm, jovial air about him, he wears a tan costume with the symbols of the four houses of cards on his torso. His top hat is riddled with cuts and holes. His fierce amber eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: He is very quiet and rarely speaks above a whisper. He pushes his goals aggressively. He is also a coward if confronted.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Krimp grew up listening to his father's many stories. He moved from fad to fad and when he turned 15 he discovered poetry. 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: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and obtaining odd cultural half-orc artifacts is his passion

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Shy, Fearful. Bonds: Adventurer. Occupation: Sage

Voice: Speaks with a cold

Possessions: 400 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He wears a shirt that is too small, which lets his gut show, with a ratty violet coat over it, and carries rapiers. His hair, while still mostly chestnut, has prominent grey streaks. His eyes are likewise black. His teeth are yellowed and unaligned.

Personality: Always inclined to offer people food he seems plenty friendly. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: He was born in the east, but his parents moved at a very young age to the west. He took every job he could get his hands on, but the opportunities for Tieflings in the east were limited. He left for the east, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: His religion dominates his actions; and to fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever

Ideals: Fighting, Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly, Hedonist. Bonds: Immigrant. Occupation: Sailor

Voice: Boston accent

Possessions: 160 gp.

Description: This eastern man is abnormally tall. He dresses in grey turtlenecks beneath a tan coat with blue slacks. His whole body is exceptionally muscular. He wears his silver hair up in a very large beehive style do. He is very pretty but has cold, dead eyes.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. He does not trust anyone and sleeps with one eye open.

History: Born in the east to a Ruler, Duergath learned a great deal about his mother's area of expertise. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Ruler work with an outfit from a few towns over. Ruler work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He struck the Ruler job and began his own company from there.

Motivation: Further expansion of business.

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Immigrant, Attractive, Job. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 340 gp. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: A middle-aged man, he tends to wear a heavy leather apron. Coupled with his rolled up shirt sleeves this gives him a very relaxed look, and is pretty ugly. His fur is cut close to his head. He has a tattooed face.

Personality: He goes out his way to put a smile on everyone's face. There's no-one he won't accept into his heart. He is susceptible to being scared and is in actuality easily frightened. He likes to tell stories.

History: He was born at the edge of vast desert. He graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. He advanced relatively quickly due to his good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He wants to meet his childhood hero; and meet up once more with his childhood friend

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly, Fearful. Bonds: Nature, Military, Adventurer. Occupation: Butcher

Voice: Spits words with contempt

Possessions: 1500 gp.