Description: An imposing man with a heavy stainless steel prosthetic right hand, he wears a shirt that is too small, which lets his gut show, with a ratty pastel coat over it. His Stetson hat is riddled with cuts and holes. His fierce black eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: A deeply religious man he believes everything happens for a reason. He does suffer from mild PTSD, and the sight of giants may trigger it at times.

History: Trained by his father for as long as he can remember he had it drilled in his head that it was his duty to serve his country. As a young child he wandered into the woods despite his father's warnings against it. Afterwards he claimed he had encountered giants who tried to eat his hand. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to giants demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: He wants revenge against giants; and his religion dominates his actions

Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Religious, Enemies, Military. Occupation: Miner

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: 9000 sp. Obsidian (5 gp). Alexandrite (1100 gp).

Description: He wears many layers of old clothing at all times. His white hair has been sun bleached extensively. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

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

History: Sold as a small child to a slaver, Balam was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. In his formative years he discovered how persuasive he was. He began using that to his advantage selling useless wares at inflated prices. He now has a substantial network of resources ranging from contacts to ships to peers.

Motivation: He wants nothing more than to rejoin the army.

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Poor, Military, Mentor. Occupation: Mortician

Voice: Soft and melodious

Possessions: 1500 gp. Freshwater pearl (11 gp). Alexandrite (200 gp). Eye agate (11 gp). Eye agate (11 gp).

Description: He wears an old set of leather armor, nicked and torn by the ravages of time and battle, and carries maces. His chestnut hair, when down, is lengthy. He has several tiny topaz earrings on each ear.

Personality: He has a good heart but also a terrible temper. He will forgive often but not before yelling and berating someone for whatever they have done wrong. He is susceptible to being scared and is in actuality easily frightened. He likes to tell stories.

History: Born in a small village he learned the ways of the warrior from his mother. 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: He feels threatened by others.

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Antagonistic, Fearful. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Cartwright

Voice: Scottish accent

Possessions: 70 pp. Jeweled anklet (3000 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1100 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (6000 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This man stands a little under 4'4" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He wears tight fighting clothing, which leaves very little to the imagination. His long chestnut hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. His eyes are gray and he is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: He is extraordinarily passive and rarely speaks, let alone speaks his mind. He does not trust anyone and sleeps with one eye open.

History: Gimurt was born with his father's beautiful face. 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 hasn't been sleeping well lately.

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

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Shy, Insomniac. Bonds: Attractive, Military. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Soft and mumbly

Possessions: 4000 gp. Amethyst (120 gp). Lapis lazuli (5 gp). Silver pearl (120 gp). Smoky quartz (70 gp). Freshwater pearl (5 gp). Red-brown spinel (120 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This malnourished man tends to wear a heavy leather apron. Coupled with his rolled up shirt sleeves this gives him a very relaxed look. His red hair is lengthy and is close to two feet long. He is baby faced.

Personality: He is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as he rather likes the sound of his voice. His demeanor is somewhat feminine. He uses his nature as a weapon; he likes to lead opponents to think him in distress.

History: A studious child he never was much for a social life, not because he was unlikable, but because he did not seek it out. His family was being driven out of business by several neighboring competitors. The father sought out extralegal help and others began closing their doors. He saw this and took pride in his father's willingness to do anything to win. He would ruin relationships and cause injury. He was reprimanded several times before being given his current form and forced to learn humility.

Motivation: He wants nothing more than to rejoin the army; and he has decided he is irredeemable

Ideals: Optimist, Gifted. Flaws: Secretive. Bonds: Poor, Criminal record, Military. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Smooth and feminine

Possessions: 10000 cp. Fiery yellow corundum (1600 gp). Sard (40 gp).