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 black hair, when down, is lengthy. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are brown.

Personality: He is very quiet and rarely speaks above a whisper. He is susceptible to being scared and is in actuality easily frightened. He likes to tell stories.

History: A child with a great deal of singing talent his parents made sure he got the chance to thrive. Aside from being a slave or a gladiator, there isn't much legitimate work for Halflings in Howard's homeland. Howard decided to take the middle way and become a bodyguard. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: He is wracked by social anxiety.

Ideals: Artistic, Fighting. Flaws: Shy, Fearful. Bonds: Immigrant. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Old Prospector

Possessions: 1400 gp.

Description: He wears many layers of old clothing at all times. He carries with him a set of flails on his belt, each one with a sapphire on the hilt. His fur, while still mostly brown, has prominent grey streaks. He has copper eyes and a black hat with a grey feather.

Personality: He is business-like. He takes instructions and follows them to the letter. He plays an instrument quite well.

History: The child of southern immigrants he idolized his father. He moved from fad to fad and when he turned 15 he discovered dancing. Recently a tribe of dire rats attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Leaf 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; and he wants to meet his childhood hero

Ideals: Fighting, Professionalism, Artistic. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant. Occupation: Masseuse

Voice: Timid voice

Possessions: 800 gp. Sardonyx (60 gp). Pink pearl (120 gp). Silver pearl (120 gp). Chrysoprase (60 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is renowned for his bright brown suits and hats. His white hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: He is unhospitable to his core. His small house has "No trespassing" Signs all over it. Animals are drawn to him, and he is able to talk to them.

History: He was born at the edge of vast plains. Over the years he perfected his riding and shooting skills. He has since lost track of the people in his past.

Motivation: Several ex partners dislike his way of doing things and want revenge; and an old rival family wants him found

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Nature, Family, Enemies. Occupation: Baker

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: 1200 gp. A roughly beaten golden orb (180 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is scrawny and has patchy silver stubble. He wears dull tan sweaters, loose black pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath his sweater he keeps a concealed shortspear, just in case. He has a hunchback. His hair is greying and his face has many wrinkles. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are gray.

Personality: He has two modes he varies between. On the job he is cold, steely and emotionless. Off the job he is a party animal. He spends most of his days drinking in the Inn, the rowdiest and most dangerous establishment in town. There he gambles, wrestles and listens to stories told by travelers.

History: He was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. He dropped out of school before completing his studies. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and to share knowledge with the world

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Ugly, Disease. Bonds: Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Bather

Voice: pre-pubescent

Possessions: Just what you see.

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 does not wear sleeves and tends to eschew shirts when he can avoid it. He wears a colorful flower in his silver hair. He has brown eyes and a tan hat with a white feather.

Personality: He considers himself the perfect gentleman. He makes a point to always show proper etiquette and frequently critiques the etiquette of others. He has a habit of throwing himself into exceedingly dangerous situations.

History: He was born into a rich family. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. 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: Nothing but the best is good enough for him.

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Immigrant, Attractive, Rich. Occupation: Fletcher

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: 12000 sp. 1 Minor magic item.