Description: The man speaks with an almost imperceptible accent. He seems to always be the slightest bit damp as if he got out from a pool a few moments ago. He wears just a tan suit. He sports a flattop crest cut. He has gleaming, smiling gold eyes.

Personality: Friendly and accommodating he would invite many more into his home than his spouse would be comfortable with if they did not express concern about it. He is skeptical of what others tell him and is slow to trust.

History: Sold as a small child to a brothel owner, Zedaar was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. His family was turned out during the war. He and his family wandered west to less war torn lands. He remains aloof and afraid to be himself due to all the ideals others have placed upon him.

Motivation: Many dire rats want him driven away; and wants to raise his children well

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Shy, PTSD. Bonds: Immigrant, Mentor. Occupation: Sage

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: 30 pp.

Description: This malnourished man is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. His chestnut hair is unkempt and raggedy. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: He is irascible and easily irritated. He is however greedy and will demand payment and proof of collateral's value and will produce a merchant's scale to make sure he is not cheated out of a speck.

History: He was born to loving parents in a slum to the west. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: Retire the richest man in the west.

Ideals: Fighting, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Insane. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Scandinavian accent

Possessions: 4000 cp. 1 Half-Plate.

Description: He wears a large hat to cast shadows over his face and wears ponchos to better hide his body. He has a moderate pudge and is not very fit. His moppish silver hair is in a traditional bowl cut. His eyes are a pleasant violet.

Personality: Heian is a sociable creature first and foremost. He loves to listen to people at length before talking their ear off. He can carry on conversation for hours and will do so. He is often prim and proper but will on occasion tell either really disgusting or offensive jokes, which seem out of character.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He has since lost track of the people in his past.

Motivation: He is greedy.

Ideals: Extrovert, Joker. Bonds: Rich, Family. Occupation: Tailor

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 1600 gp. Iolite (20 gp). Silver pearl (160 gp). Sardonyx (20 gp). Jade (160 gp). Moss agate (12 gp). Coral (160 gp).

Description: He is a pot bellied eastern man with a big hulking figure and broad shoulders. He wears very tight pants and wife beaters, though occasionally he sports a black coat. He sports a long auburn beard, and similarly colored long hair. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are hazel.

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 disdains his fellow easterners, claiming they make him look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. As a young adult he joined a group advocating for an improvement in Gnomish conditions. He now has a substantial network of resources ranging from contacts to ships to peers.

Motivation: Gnomish compassion; and wants to have a good time and be beloved

Ideals: Athletic, Optimist, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Racist. Bonds: Immigrant. Occupation: Bricklayer

Voice: Rolls R's

Possessions: Jasper (60 gp). Citrine (60 gp). Aquamarine (300 gp).