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 has a large blue mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into his tan robe. He wears his golden hair up. His fierce brown eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: He considers himself the protector of his home. He feels this is his duty and calling. His actions favor neither the good nor the evil, as he answers to a power that mortal men fail to acknowledge.

History: He comes from a rich western family. He dropped out of school before completing his studies. 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: Money/treasure; and he has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Logical. Bonds: Immigrant, Guardian, Religious, Rich. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: Loud with bravado

Possessions: 300 gp.

Description: He is an average looking northern male in his early mid-life. He wears light armors faded through time and improper care. His hair is black and very short. His fair skin shows little sign of his aristocratic breeding.

Personality: Aggressive, abrasive, and angry, Bucklal embodies much of what other species detest in the Halflings. He is a logical person and will generally grow upset if things defy logic and science.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. He dropped out of school before completing his studies. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and to share knowledge with the world

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Poor. Occupation: Miner

Voice: Spits and sputters

Possessions: 3000 sp. Blue quartz (10 gp). Black pearl (600 gp). Brown-green garnet (50 gp). Eye agate (10 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This malnourished man wears a faded coat and loose pants complete with top hat. His auburn hair is cut jaggedly and amateurishly. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

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. When triggered he is a bloodthirsty maniac, stopping at nothing and killing everything for almost an hour.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious eastern family, he was no stranger to responsibility. 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. He used his abilities to trick people and travel the world for free.

Motivation: He feels that his past leaves him morally obligated to help.

Flaws: Antagonistic, Insane. Bonds: Poor, Criminal record, Religious. Occupation: Tailor

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: 1400 gp. Chalcedony (60 gp). Obsidian (13 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A moderately attractive man, he usually wears his red robe and has his rapier always slung over his shoulder. He sports a long red beard, and similarly colored long hair. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are hazel.

Personality: He is quite gentle and does not know the full extent of his strength. He works very hard to maintain that gentleness. He tends to be very friendly, and is drawn to music, the smells of food and wine, and out-door festivals.

History: He was born into a rich family. From there he went from mercenary job to mercenary job. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: Obtaining odd cultural Halfling artifacts is his passion; and he desires power and/or immortality

Ideals: Disciplined, Optimist. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Tanner

Voice: Aggressive tone

Possessions: 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: He stands about 5'7" and wears a custom-built plate barding that's adorned with blue lining and desert motifs. His left leg appears badly burned and disfigured. His purple hair is lengthy. He has a dull look in his red eyes.

Personality: He likes to brag about his accomplishments and constantly tries to beat others to the punch. He loves being with his children and actually smiles when they are around. He would do anything for them. He dislikes his ex a great deal.

History: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. Through the years after Ekemon was born, his father became increasingly distant from his family, instead choosing to pursue power in the east. Ekemon's father didn't care for him much, and the feeling was mutual. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: An old rival family wants him found; and his relatives are trying to arrange a marriage

Ideals: Passionate. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Family. Occupation: Fortune-teller

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 8000 sp.