Description: This petite short man is perpetually holding a chocolate of some kind. He wears a simple yellow robe with violet stripes complete with hood, marred by chocolates. He sports a long chestnut beard, and similarly colored long hair. He has brown eyes and a yellow hat with a violet feather.

Personality: He can speak with the recently deceased. 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, Bernard is combative with any and all who dare try his patience in the slightest.

History: He was raised in a white middle class family as the only child. His parents enrolled him in a Bard school at a young age so that he could practice his psionic talents. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He is content; and he seems to be bored by most things

Ideals: Gifted, Justice. Flaws: Ugly, Mundane. Bonds: Slave. Occupation: Detective

Voice: Soft and melodious

Possessions: 270 gp.

Description: Standing 5'5", this man wears a brown costume with the symbols of the sun god on his torso. His hair is silver and curly. His eyes are likewise blue. His teeth are white and perfect.

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 feeds upon the attention of others.

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Clerebold was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He leaves a trail of broken hearts and full pockets wherever he goes.

Motivation: He wants to meet his childhood hero; and he is greedy

Ideals: Optimist. Bonds: Attractive, Mentor, Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Smooth and feminine

Possessions: 1600 sp. 1 Banded mail.

Description: He is a small man, but exceptionally fit. He is dressed in earthy colors with a black and green handkerchief worn on his right side. His hair is long and brown 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 green eyes.

Personality: He dislikes all the random violence that takes place in the south. His philosophy is that everyone needs a friend and as such shows hospitality towards all.

History: A studious child he never was much for a social life, not because he was unlikable, but because he did not seek it out. A gifted student he started as a Bookbinder, but he got bored and became a Actor. He has gone from town to town till he finds a spot where he can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: He'd like to take his coworkers down a peg; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Athletic, Pacifist, Optimist, Gifted. Bonds: Attractive, Job. Occupation: Actor

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is generally well dressed albeit a few years behind the times. He is physically well-built. He wears his auburn hair down. His gray eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: He dislikes all the random violence that takes place in the south. He is a bit of a macho man and will challenge people to random contests of strength and skill, and invite them to random hunting and fishing trip.

History: He was raised in a forest tribe. He has chosen to use the inheritance that was left to him frivolously. 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: He has money and likes to spend it; and money/treasure

Ideals: Pacifist, Fighting. Bonds: Attractive, Nature, Rich. Occupation: Servant

Voice: Booming voice

Possessions: 600 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A stocky lighter skinned man, he prefers to wear flannel. His brown hair is knotted and matted. His amber eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: A rambunctious noisy drunk he knows how to make people feel guilty. He does not believe in violence as a means to an end. He is a dedicated Banker but believes his peers are too gung-ho.

History: His history is one of pain. He was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves his parents kept. William abandoned his home at a very young age, living in the fields and plains. He survived everyday through hunting and stealing from passersby. He did whatever it took for him to survive. He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: To reunite with his old friends.

Ideals: Pacifist. Flaws: Depressed. Bonds: Slave, Adventurer. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Stutters

Possessions: 1200 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.