Description: A man of a pale complexion, he is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. His chestnut hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. His thin eyebrows rest above his beady green eyes.

Personality: Here is a man who knows he is the smartest in the room. He talks down to others constantly. His respect, as difficult as one would find it to earn, is unwavering; those who more than prove themselves to him, a bar set well above any reasonable standard, he tolerates in varying degrees. Though less modest and more hasty in his reactions to snap at those who irritate him, Grom is combative with any and all who dare try his patience in the slightest.

History: He was born several months after his mother was called into army service. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. Recently a tribe of brigands attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Grom 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.

Ideals: Impeccable, Justice, Fighting. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Military. Occupation: Junk Dealer

Voice: Hissing voice

Possessions: 6000 sp. Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (900 gp). Solid gold idol (900 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he wears a simple white robe with tan stripes complete with hood. His brass crest is greasy and uncared for. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He does not care much for physical appearances, nor does he care much for other people. He does however care about what he wants and getting it. He invites people to come help in his community garden.

History: He is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. He was an apprentice working in his father's forge. He has achieved small success as a Map Maker.

Motivation: Retire the richest man in the east; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Philantrophist, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Job. Occupation: Map Maker

Voice: Australian accent

Possessions: 300 gp. Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (600 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (80 gp). Old masterpiece painting (600 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This exceptionally lanky man wears bulky tan painted plate armor. His tied-back hair is brown. His face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. His spectacle hidden eyes are a deep violet.

Personality: He snorts whenever he laughs or is feeling confident. As he has aged he has sought to do reparations for his actions as a youth. He is also making sure that his compatriots who never received punishment for their crimes are brought to justice.

History: When he was but 7 years old his parents immigrated from the north. Like his father and his sister before him, after school he went straight into learning to become a Junk Dealer. He has achieved small success as a Junk Dealer.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and he possesses a valuable artifact that the thieves guild wishes to steal

Ideals: Justice. Bonds: Criminal record, Immigrant, Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Junk Dealer

Voice: Loud with bravado

Possessions: 30 gp. Violet garnet (300 gp).

Description: A plain young-adult man, he is wearing a long, yellow, dusty cloak. His long red hair reaches down to his waist. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: A grumpy guy he will invite people to lunch so he can critique them. Yet he still seems generally likeable, like a lovable grump. A true patriot, Thorpe would do anything for his country. He is fiercely protective of his fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: The child of northern immigrants he idolized his father. 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. He left for the north, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern.

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Military, Immigrant, Mentor. Occupation: Carter

Voice: Spits and sputters

Possessions: 3000 sp.

Description: A man of a pale complexion, he is dressed in a clean blue cloak covering his clean studded leather. His hair is greying and his face has many wrinkles. His eyes are a pleasant gray.

Personality: He is shy and timid. He has not had much interaction with people and is skittish around them. Further he is a bit of a stoner and is frequently out of it.

History: His psionic talent manifested at a young age. Aiming to upstage a rival house, his parents had him trained. Ostracized due to the psionic powers of his oldest sister, he and his siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Humans became a terror of the countryside. He has recently attracted an admirer that believes he's playing hard to get.

Motivation: He wants revenge against dire rats; and several ex partners dislike his way of doing things and want revenge

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Shy, Addict. Bonds: Has a crush, Enemies. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 20 pp. 1 Darkwood Shield.