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 wears a robe, a symbol of the four houses of cards around his neck, and a halberd on his belt. His hair is cut close to his head. His white eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: He is a pretentious jerk insisting that modern society is full of problems and should revert to a simpler time. He has all his life been fascinated with music.

History: He was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. A freak accident while working with his Courier mother left him crippled. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever; and to unite with his brother

Ideals: Fighting, Artistic. Flaws: Antagonistic, Disease. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: 400 gp. Bloodstone (50 gp). Chalcedony (50 gp). Sardonyx (50 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This southern man's face is deformed and paralyzed on one side. As such, he slurs his words together. He is dressed in earthy colors with a blue and brown handkerchief worn on his left side. His lavender fur is lengthy and is close to two feet long. He is missing an eye and his face is severely sunburned. His one remaining eye shines amber.

Personality: He is enamored with his job. He loves it. He likes the challenge and he likes helping those less fortunate than him. He invites people to come help in his community garden.

History: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Tabaxi companion (his 'brother'). 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: To reunite with his old friends; and he's attracted to the pc

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job, Adventurer, Has a crush. Occupation: Fortune-teller

Voice: Thin and wheezing

Possessions: 300 gp.

Description: This man prefers to wear pastel clothing when he does not wear armor. He is muscular with a powerful set of arms. His rusty crest is lengthy. His fierce gold eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: He considers himself a man of culture and sophistication. He likes a good challenge to his wits. Direcris enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for his love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: He was raised in a island tribe. He was one of the best in his class, and was picked up by his current employer. He quickly showed his capability and was soon promoted to a head role. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him.

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Nature, Job. Occupation: Masseuse

Voice: Stutters

Possessions: 1000 gp. A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (120 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. He typically wears yellow cloth garments or leather armor. He has done his best to style his silver hair to look like a famous performer. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. He has zero loyalty and will suck up to whomever is within range, in the hopes of being moved to a better position.

History: A powerful slaver made him what he is. He was taken from his home at a very young age. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He is currently in port desperately looking for someone to get him out.

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly, Fearful. Bonds: Mentor, Slave. Occupation: Navigator

Voice: Pirate accent

Possessions: 100 gp. 1 Half-Plate. 1 Half-Plate. 1 Half-Plate.

Description: He is a small man, but exceptionally fit. He wears a green shirt, with a yellow mid length shorts with yellow tights and flats, usually wearing a coat over them. His silver hair is greasy and uncared for. His voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: Soft-spoken and well mannered, he has an amazing amount of patience and a slow boiling temper. To his fellows he is seen as friendly and intelligent, but is angry and unforgiving to the so called fatcats and any who do and have associated with them.

History: Halimath hails from a village terrorized by brigands. In his 11th year, his parents were killed by a brigands raid, leaving Halimath alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, he was adopted. He is untrained/undisciplined, which makes him dangerous.

Motivation: A deep hatred of brigands; and many brigands want him driven away

Ideals: Athletic, Disciplined. Flaws: Ugly, Insane. Bonds: Enemies. Occupation: Sailor

Voice: Excited and jittery

Possessions: 2000 gp. Red spinel (160 gp). Banded agate (13 gp). Iolite (70 gp). Amethyst (160 gp). Rhodochrosite (13 gp). Deep blue spinel (400 gp). Sardonyx (70 gp). Deep blue spinel (400 gp). 1 Medium magic item.