Description: His left thumb is blackened and bruised, but otherwise he appears quite healthy. He wears long strands of aquamarine and short black dresses (or suits) accompanied by the proper stockings and shoes, with gloves of varying lengths. His tied-back hair is red. His fierce hazel eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: Confrontational and typically high on some drug or another. He does not trust anyone and sleeps with one eye open.

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. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Detective work with an outfit from a few towns over. Detective work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He became a Detective soon after.

Motivation: Expand his business; and to be a actor again

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Addict, Insomniac. Bonds: Rich, Job. Occupation: Detective

Voice: Hissing voice

Possessions: 10000 sp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This man is very fat, and wears tight fighting clothing, which leaves very little to the imagination. His deerstalker hat is riddled with cuts and holes. His eyes are a pleasant amber.

Personality: He fancies himself a trickster and likes to rely on his wits to carry the day. He cares for his older siblings and likes to be recognized by them. The war was a terrible time for him, and Tomi does not often speak of it. When he does, he does so with a strained expression and tears in his eyes.

History: Tomi lived on a farm with his father, near the main road leading to a nearby town. His father disappeared, and while he tried to raise money to find his father, he was betrayed dozens of times. By chance he met his brother recently and the two have been together since.

Motivation: To reunite with his absent father; and regain custody of his son

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Depressed. Bonds: Family, Military. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Prounounces S like Z

Possessions: 3000 sp.

Description: He wears a robe, a symbol of the sun god around his neck, and a sai on his belt. He carries a battered mace and tarnished sai as well. His hair is red and curly. His eyes are likewise green. His teeth are white and perfect.

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 also is a firm believer in the manly ideal.

History: He served in the navy to pay for his family's outstanding loans. His parents divorced when he was young, and his mother gained full cudstody. He was regularly beaten by his mother, who blamed him for driving them apart. Recently a tribe of gnolls attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Bernard 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 nothing more than to rejoin the army

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Antagonistic, Impulsive. Bonds: Attractive, Military. Occupation: Miller

Voice: Boston accent

Possessions: 110 gp. Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: This man is tall and muscular. He prefers to wear grey pants and tee shirts. He has styled his chestnut hair well, parting it to the left. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his black eyes.

Personality: He's a bit of a prankster. He knows he is clumsy and seen as such and will often feign amnesia after injury. A true patriot, Marbas would do anything for his country. He is fiercely protective of his fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. He was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. He never won. 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: He wants nothing more than to rejoin the army; and a rival would like him out of the picture

Ideals: Athletic, Joker. Bonds: Attractive, Military, Poor. Occupation: Beggar

Voice: Posh accent

Possessions: 100 gp. An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (110 gp).

Description: Standing 2'10", this man wears a white cloak and cross-gartered grey stockings. His black hair is cut short. His amber eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: He believes there is no problem he cannot solve with sufficient elbow grease and persistence, if it is the best or most economic solution matters not. Animals are drawn to him, and he is able to talk to them.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. His parents enrolled him in a Commoner school at a young age so that he could practice his psionic talents. Recently a tribe of giants attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Osco fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs; and his religion dominates his actions

Ideals: Persistence, Gifted, Fighting. Bonds: Poor, Religious. Occupation: Adventurer

Voice: Hollow voice

Possessions: 200 gp.