Description: The man speaks with an almost imperceptible accent. He seems to always be the slightest bit damp as if he got out from a pool a few moments ago. He is wearing dark clothing and a heavy breastplate, keeping many of his physical features obscured. His brown hair is heavily combed to the left. His blue eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: Overbrimming with self-confidence, Oren isn't afraid of most anything. He has a strong dislike to people who do not believe in Halfling unity. He is a great chef.

History: Sold as a small child to a brothel owner, Oren was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. He became part of the deadliest team of assassins in recent memory. A botched job caused the group to be disbanded. He has recently gotten a pet goose that steals things from people.

Motivation: A rival would like him out of the picture.

Ideals: Impeccable, Gifted. Bonds: Immigrant, Mentor, Criminal record. Occupation: Detective

Voice: Irish accent

Possessions: 8000 sp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is an average looking northern male in his early mid-life. He is wearing a long, tan, dusty cloak. His crest is green and curly. His gold eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: He is a melancholic, but persistent worker. He resents family life and as such spurns the advances of admirers. He dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. His biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: Azzakh was born with his mother's beautiful face. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. He remains aloof and afraid to be himself due to all the ideals others have placed upon him.

Motivation: He wants to meet his childhood hero; and to share knowledge with the world

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Depressed, Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer. Occupation: Crown-heir

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: 600 sp. 1 Banded mail. 1 Masterwork studded leather.

Description: A plain young-adult man, he wears a well pressed and immaculate suit (or dress). His blonde hair is slicked back into a classic pompadour. He has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. He wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: He considers himself the perfect gentleman. He makes a point to always show proper etiquette and frequently critiques the etiquette of others. He is fiercely devoted to his father, and views his father's ex-spouse as an evil person for separating him from his legal half-brother.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. At a young age both his parents were killed in an accident. His uncle (a powerful person with enemies on both sides of the law) took him in and had him trained in basic self defense. After months of barely getting by, Heian managed to ambush a major caravan with a load of valuables. Instantly wealthy, he made his way to the capital under a new identity.

Motivation: He feels that his past leaves him morally obligated to help; and find a way to reverse the transformation of his brother

Ideals: Impeccable. Bonds: Family, Rich, Criminal record. Occupation: Performer

Voice: Farmer accent

Possessions: 3000 gp. Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (600 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (7000 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1800 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1800 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (150 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A pudgy man standing about 5'0" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He wears a large hat to cast shadows over his face and wears ponchos to better hide his body. He is bald on top and has large auburn tufts of hair around his ears. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He is witty, but his monotone delivery comes off as unnerving He invented a lineage for himself and claims to be descended from several legendary heroes.

History: He was born at the edge of vast plains. His father disappeared, and while he tried to raise money to find his father, he was betrayed dozens of times. He is searching for what he claims is his rightful reward.

Motivation: He's looking for his big break; and he desires power and/or immortality

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Adventurer, Nature, Family. Occupation: Spy

Voice: Thin and wheezing

Possessions: 20 gp. 1 Superior lock.

Description: His left side is far more bruised and cut up than his other. He sports tan clothing, slightly heavier than average wear. His hair is greying and his face has many wrinkles. He wears an eyepatch.

Personality: Confrontational and typically high on some drug or another. He is used to getting what he wants. In part because he is a meticulous planner.

History: He was born on a small isolated farm. His father disappeared, and while he tried to raise money to find his father, he was betrayed dozens of times. He got away from his former life and has fallen to alcoholism.

Motivation: To unite with his sister.

Ideals: Professionalism. Flaws: Ugly, Addict. Bonds: Nature, Family. Occupation: Dyer

Voice: Hard of hearing, loud

Possessions: 500 gp.