Description: 6'8" and muscular, this western man wears suspenders and black workpants. His shirt is tan, and he wears a heavy black leather apron most of the time. His hair is greying and his face has many wrinkles. He was beautiful and young once, which still shows through his age, but it is a faded beauty.

Personality: He is quite gentle and does not know the full extent of his strength. He works very hard to maintain that gentleness. He is fiercely devoted to his mother, and views his mother's ex-spouse as an evil person for separating him from his legal half-brother.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Ronk grew up listening to his mother's many stories. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Half-Orc companion (his 'brother'). 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: His spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion; and obtaining odd cultural half-orc artifacts is his passion

Ideals: Athletic, Disciplined. Bonds: Attractive, Family, Adventurer. Occupation: Tanner

Voice: Gruff and masculine

Possessions: 900 gp. Solid gold idol (600 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (2000 gp).

Description: He typically wears a sleeveless long coat of deep green leather and dull brown iron scale mail. He carries with him a set of monstrous two handed axes on his belt, each one with a aquamarine on the hilt. He has moderate length auburn hair. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: He cares much about the opinion of others, both in good and in bad: when keeping in line with his opinion, he thinks highly of the other person, but when opinions clash, he can get violently argumentative. Burgell enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for his love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: Sold as a small child to a slaver, Burgell was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. 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. Recently a tribe of goblins attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Burgell fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever; and to get a good night's sleep

Ideals: Fighting, Opinionated. Flaws: Insomniac, Hedonist. Bonds: Mentor. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Indian accent

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: He wears a yellow feathered hat and yellow clothes. He carries a battered halberd and tarnished spear as well. His golden hair is slicked back into a classic pompadour. His brown eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: He resents people who mock his appearance or him, so he has learned to be the meanest son of a gun. Flattery will make him almost putty in your hands.

History: Riardon was raised in a hard working conservative environment. There was a wharf not far from home where he often wandered off to fish. He tends to his Soapmaker job now, and dutifully fulfills any obligations he has.

Motivation: He made a deal with a demon which lead to his current lot in life, and he's becoming increasingly nervous about it; and to be a banker again

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Selfish. Bonds: Job, Nature, Debt. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Boston accent

Possessions: 400 gp. Moss agate (16 gp). Chrysoprase (40 gp).

Description: This man is dressed in earthy colors with a grey and tan handkerchief worn on his left side, and sports empty pouches on his belt. His red hair, when down, is lengthy. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He believes mankind has become decadent and spoiled by the march of civilization and an end should come to life as we know it. He works hard and plays hard.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. When he was little, his rather wealthy family often ventured across the island to a summer home near a ruined castle. He would wander through that ruined castle and adventure through it for days. One day while adventuring a terrible storm took place and he was stranded inside. His family spent the next few days looking for him, and could only assume he was dead when it came time to leave. The family never returned to the island due to the painful memories there. Ribbles took refuge in the ruined castle and found the beat up greatsword and armor he uses now. He has since married many spouses, only to have them die. He claims to not be responsible.

Motivation: To unite with his sister; and wants to raise his children well

Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Nature, Poor, In love, Family. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Pronounces O like U

Possessions: 200 gp. A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (50 gp). 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.

Description: This exceptionally lanky man wears professional attire. His fur is greying and his face has many wrinkles. His fierce yellow eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: He is extraordinarily passive and rarely speaks, let alone speaks his mind. He is cautious and jumpy. He reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

History: He was born at the edge of vast island. When he was little, his rather wealthy family often ventured across the island to a summer home near a large cave. He would wander through that large cave and adventure through it for days. One day while adventuring a terrible storm took place and he was stranded inside. His family spent the next few days looking for him, and could only assume he was dead when it came time to leave. The family never returned to the island due to the painful memories there. Right-Handed took refuge in the large cave and found the beat up kukri and armor he uses now. He remains aloof and afraid to be himself due to all the ideals others have placed upon him.

Motivation: He feels threatened by others; and he is wracked by social anxiety

Flaws: Shy, Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Nature. Occupation: Armorer

Voice: Complex vocabulary, royal

Possessions: 2000 gp. Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). Old masterpiece painting (2100 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (50 gp). Jeweled gold crown (7000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1500 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.