Description: This western man's face is deformed and paralyzed on one side. As such, he slurs his words together. He wears an old set of leather armor, nicked and torn by the ravages of time and battle. He has a long black beard with little hanging trinkets. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: Eccentric and domineering, Bertram will drive conversation. He refers to his adoptive father for almost all things he is unsure about, which are numerous. He is very much still a child and has not developed a drive for self-dependency.

History: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He has been saving his money to try and buy his sister's freedom.

Motivation: Doesn't want to be a Bookbinder and was forced into it by his family; and his spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion

Ideals: Extrovert. Flaws: Ugly, Insomniac. Bonds: Family. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Hollow voice

Possessions: 800 gp. White opal (800 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Wearing a closed helm and plate, one would not know what he was had he not made sure his armor was more form fitting than normal. Outside of the suit he tends to wear a heavy leather apron. Coupled with his rolled up shirt sleeves this gives him a very relaxed look. His blonde hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. His brown eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: He is quiet and reserved most of the time, but warms up to people very quickly. Around friends he is liable to tell dirty jokes and enjoy himself. He will do just about anything if he becomes convinced it is for someone's true love, of this he is easily convinced.

History: His parents moved while he was still in utero so he is the first generation to be born here. Aside from being a slave or a gladiator, there isn't much legitimate work for Elves in Rolen's homeland. Rolen decided to take the middle way and become a bodyguard. He left for the east, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: He'd like to take his coworkers down a peg; and expand his business

Ideals: Joker, Fighting. Bonds: Has a crush, Immigrant, Job. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Mousy voice

Possessions: 14000 cp. Black pearl (300 gp).

Description: He is lean but muscular and wears a tight fitting tan shirt and pants. Sporting a brown mohawk and bushy mustache this man's hair draws a lot of attention. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He speaks before he thinks and is too direct. Further he is a bit of a stoner and is frequently out of it.

History: Born in the north to a Ploughman, Roger learned a great deal about his mother's area of expertise. He took every job he could get his hands on, but the opportunities for Humans in the north were limited. He got away from his former life and has fallen to alcoholism.

Motivation: He seems to be bored by most things; and he is unsatisfied with his job

Flaws: Impulsive, Addict, Mundane. Bonds: Job, Immigrant. Occupation: Ploughman

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: A stocky darker skinned man, he wears silk and lounges about seductively. He has golden hair. His skin is flawless and his brown eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: He is a melancholic, but persistent worker. He resents family life and as such spurns the advances of admirers. He is an amazing painter.

History: When he was but 7 years old his parents immigrated from the east. Brilliant and gifted he never wanted to apply himself. 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: He's looking for his big break; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Depressed. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Adventurer. Occupation: Sage

Voice: Smooth and feminine

Possessions: 120 gp.

Description: He is a mite stocky and wears just a violet suit. His scarlet crest is matted, messy, and big. His eyes are red and catlike.

Personality: He is extraordinarily eccentric. He pushes his goals aggressively. He is also a coward if confronted.

History: Born to a Miner, his father struggled to pay the bills. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He is untrained/undisciplined, which makes him dangerous.

Motivation: He is wracked by social anxiety; and he is terrified, and will act out of fear

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Insane, Fearful. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Barkeep

Voice: Soft and mumbly

Possessions: 1800 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.