Description: This man wears an old set of leather armor, nicked and torn by the ravages of time and battle, and sports empty pouches on his belt. He wears a colorful flower in his black fur. His blue unseeing eyes seem to look past you.

Personality: He can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. He is obsessed with finding treasure.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. After coming to the age of reason, Gale took it upon himself to study the druidic arts in their entirety; because of this, he was labeled a dark omen and banished from his homeland. He has drifted apart from his friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature longsword.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and he desires power and/or immortality

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer. Occupation: Assassin

Voice: Uses lots of figures of speech

Possessions: Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (800 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (700 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This late middle aged man has the majority of his body covered in plate and is in decent physical shape. His blonde hair is kept up in a ponytail inside a wide-brimmed hat. His fair skin shows little sign of his aristocratic breeding.

Personality: He tends to agree with only himself unless someone else's opinion sounds like he can profit from it. He tries to control his temper but he can't always stop himself from what he feels what must be done. He loves teas. He is very sensitive about his face. To blow off anger he lifts weights and to control his otherwise explosive temper he works out a lot.

History: He was born in the west, but his parents moved at a very young age to the north. Aerdeth was born on a far western desert where he grew up under the tutelage of his mother, an expert Sage. After a long history of fighting, Aerdeth and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC.

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant. Occupation: Sage

Voice: Pirate accent

Possessions: 700 sp. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.

Description: He wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. He cuts an attractive figure and his suit of old armor is well cared for even if it is obsolete. He sports a flattop hair cut. His eyes are a pleasant violet.

Personality: He barks his statements quickly and with little fuss. He prefers small words and is at his heart utilitarian. He is however greedy and will demand payment and proof of collateral's value and will produce a merchant's scale to make sure he is not cheated out of a speck.

History: Born to a Mayor, his father struggled to pay the bills. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. He has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and to clean up the streets

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Terse. Bonds: Attractive, Poor. Occupation: Bricklayer

Voice: Old Prospector

Possessions: 100 gp.

Description: Relatively heavier built than your average man, he is not imposing. He wears light armors faded through time and improper care. His hair is long and black with streaks of silver, and is pulled back with small black clips. His beard is silver, braided, and well cared for. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his brown eyes.

Personality: He has always had a great fascination with Halfling culture. 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, Pikar is combative with any and all who dare try his patience in the slightest.

History: He comes from a rich northern family. As a young adult he joined a group advocating for an improvement in Halfling conditions. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: He uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs; and he has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Justice. Flaws: Racist. Bonds: Attractive, Rich. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: 600 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This malnourished man wears an entirely brown suit with blue socks and a vest with buckled shoes. He has done his best to style his auburn hair to look like a famous performer. His eyes are a pleasant gray.

Personality: He has always had a great fascination with Human culture. Energy wise he seems alert and responsive.

History: He was born in a small desert village. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: Human compassion.

Ideals: Professionalism. Flaws: Racist. Bonds: Poor, Nature, Adventurer. Occupation: Navigator

Voice: Speaks with back of mouth

Possessions: 120 gp.