Description: A pudgy man standing about 6'3" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He is wearing a perfectly clean shirt and pair of pants. He keeps his long cinnamon fur kept up in a rat tail. His yellow eyes are passionate and lively.

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 never wears the same outfit twice, unless he absolutely has to.

History: He is a Jackalwere in disguise. When the war came and ruined his parents he was left adrift. He was a hard man then and has only learned to fight more as time goes on. He has dedicated himself to building a better trade route.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Optimist, Artistic. Flaws: PTSD, Insomniac. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Irish accent

Possessions: Blue sapphire (1400 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is wearing a long, red, dusty cloak. He carries a battered sickle and tarnished shield as well. His red hair is heavily combed to the right. He has a tattooed face.

Personality: Berrian speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. He is clearly well-traveled and educated. He is lazy and tries to find solutions quickly.

History: He was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Elven companion (his 'brother'). Recently a tribe of drow attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Berrian fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: To unite with his brother; and meet up once more with his childhood friend

Ideals: Fighting, Impeccable. Flaws: Lazy, Disease. Bonds: Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Indian accent

Possessions: 700 gp. Azurite (13 gp). Star rose quartz (80 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is dressed in a clean blue cloak covering his clean studded leather. He has wavy copper crest. His gold eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: He is a Shepherd first and foremost. He believes firmly that knowledge should be universal. He is able to fit into much smaller and tighter spaces than normal.

History: Kiirith lived on a farm with his mother, near the main road leading to a nearby town. 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 then took over the family business and is one of the better Shepherd for hire.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of his brother; and to end his boredom

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Job, Family, Military. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: 240 pp. Azurite (4 gp).

Description: This southern man is renowned for his bright white suits and hats. His clothes are grease stained in places. He has black hair. His eyes are likewise violet.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. To his fellows he is seen as friendly and intelligent, but is angry and unforgiving to the so called fatcats and any who do and have associated with them.

History: Frederick hails from a village terrorized by goblins. 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 has made many enemies by not giving into corruption and outing many instances of it.

Motivation: A deep hatred of goblins.

Ideals: Justice. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant, Enemies, Criminal record. Occupation: Bricklayer

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 2400 gp. Jade (90 gp). Sardonyx (20 gp). Brown-green garnet (90 gp). Obsidian (5 gp). Aquamarine (1600 gp). White opal (1100 gp). Emerald (1100 gp). Coral (90 gp).

Description: He is typically in his Scribe uniform. He carries with him a set of sais on his belt, each one with a amethyst on the hilt. His hair is always cut to a buzz. He has several tiny amethyst earrings on each ear.

Personality: He loves telling others what to do and how they should feel about things. His philosophy is that everyone needs a friend and as such shows hospitality towards all.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. When he came of age, he joined a caravan that would eventually take him to the capital. He would practice along the way and, when he arrived, be apprenticed to a Scribe. 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 is greedy; and expand his business

Ideals: Fighting, Opinionated, Optimist. Bonds: Job, Rich. Occupation: Scribe

Voice: Speaks with lower jaw sticking out

Possessions: 300 gp. 1 Silk rope. 1 Average lock.