Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he wears a simple burlap shirt and baggy pants. He conceals his longsword with his veritable burlap sack of a shirt. His hair is cut close to his head. His fair skin shows little sign of his aristocratic breeding.

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. His philosophy is that everyone needs a friend and as such shows hospitality towards all.

History: Norman was raised in a hard working conservative environment. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. He's also a talented Gardener, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: An old rival family wants him found; and he is unsatisfied with his job

Ideals: Optimist. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Family. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: Old thin voice

Possessions: 6000 cp. An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (60 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (60 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). 1 Half-Plate. 1 Half-Plate.

Description: He is an average looking northern male in his early mid-life. He wears a well pressed and immaculate suit (or dress). His auburn hair and beard is wavy and long. He has a dull look in his violet eyes.

Personality: He is enamored with his job. He loves it. He likes the challenge and he likes helping those less fortunate than him. He is susceptible to being scared and is in actuality easily frightened. He likes to tell stories.

History: Himo was born the youngest of three triplets. A gifted student he started as a Baker, but he got bored and became a Crown-heir. He routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: To unite with his sister.

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Job, Family. Occupation: Crown-heir

Voice: Speaks with squeezed throat

Possessions: 45000 sp. Solid gold idol (200 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (200 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp).

Description: This man is tall and muscular. He dresses in brown turtlenecks beneath a red coat with brown slacks. His silver hair is still thick. He is baby faced.

Personality: He hates dire rats. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. He loves being with his children and actually smiles when they are around. He would do anything for them. He dislikes his ex a great deal.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious southern family, he was no stranger to responsibility. In his formative years he discovered how persuasive he was. He began using that to his advantage selling useless wares at inflated prices. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to dire rats demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs; and he wants revenge against dire rats

Ideals: Athletic, Entrepeneur. Bonds: Enemies, Family, Religious. Occupation: Detective

Voice: Jittery and nervous

Possessions: 1000 sp. Eye agate (7 gp).

Description: He has a missing right leg. He prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for his hunting needs. His chestnut hair is styled in orderly dreadlocks. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his gray eyes.

Personality: Aggressive, abrasive, and angry, Rimple embodies much of what other species detest in the Gnomes. Only to laugh say gotcha and shoot double pistol fingers at the fooled target.

History: Heir to a fortune, his parents put a great deal of effort into curing his disease. A freak accident while working with his Layabout mother left him crippled. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: Money/treasure.

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Antagonistic, Disease. Bonds: Rich, Attractive. Occupation: Baker

Voice: Hollow voice

Possessions: 2000 sp. Banded agate (7 gp). Blue quartz (7 gp).

Description: A man with a friendly, welcoming air about him, he has a large grey mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into his black robe. His chestnut hair is braided into rings. His eyes are likewise black. His teeth are white and perfect.

Personality: He will rave to anyone who will listen. He has a cruel streak; something he gained from his previous mentor. He harbors resentment against his former mentor.

History: His mother raised him in a mountain cabin. Over the years he perfected his riding and shooting skills. After a long history of fighting, Zepar and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: He is not mentally stable, and does not behave rationally; and he's repulsed by the pc

Flaws: Insane, Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Mentor, Nature. Occupation: Engraver

Voice: Speaks with squeezed throat

Possessions: 30 gp. Lapis lazuli (5 gp).