Description: He is a pot bellied northern man with a big hulking figure and broad shoulders. He wears tight fitting clothing which further accentuates his frame. His hair is cut close to his head. His fierce amber eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: His voice, at times compared to that of a Nymph, lambasts those who consider themselves "civilized" with snide, belittling remarks; the subtle growl he speaks with growing louder in doing so, one can find it most pronounced, despite the otherwise natural purity of his tone. He is susceptible to being scared and is in actuality easily frightened. He likes to tell stories.

History: Peter was born to in a poor docking district. He spent his early days working in the same smith shop his mother was employed at, doing general labor. Being born in the north, he completed his medical training abroad so as to avoid the war. He returned after the war having achieved medical proficiency. He was a general practitioner in the north for years, until he, through no fault of his own, lost a patient who had a very powerful family. Rather than risk reprisal he made his way south. He has since lost track of the people in his past.

Motivation: He is terrified, and will act out of fear.

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Cynical, Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Poor, Family. Occupation: Unemployed

Voice: Draws out vowels

Possessions: 20 gp. 1 Chain shirt.

Description: An older man who typically wears a sleeveless long coat of deep white leather and dull grey iron scale mail, he is not a threatening figure. He wears his hair in dreadlocks. His brown eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: He has always had a great fascination with Dwarven culture. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: Dain lived on a farm with his father, near the main road leading to a nearby town. Being born in the north, he completed his medical training abroad so as to avoid the war. He returned after the war having achieved medical proficiency. He was a general practitioner in the north for years, until he, through no fault of his own, lost a patient who had a very powerful family. Rather than risk reprisal he made his way west. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Many illithids want him driven away; and to unite with his brother

Flaws: Racist, Hedonist. Bonds: Family, Job, Enemies. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Scottish accent

Possessions: Coral (50 gp).

Description: This man wears a custom-built plate barding that's adorned with blue lining and desert motifs. He is muscular with a powerful set of arms. His auburn hair is matted, messy, and big. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: Abrasive and pushy, he has a hard time making friends. He disdains his fellow westerners, claiming they make him look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: He was always a brilliant, if unscrupulous mind. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world.

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Insane. Bonds: Immigrant. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 50 pp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A man with thick toned arms and a paunchy gut. He wears a black vest with golden trim over his white shirt. His blue leather gloves and pants are well-kept, and his black boots flare out at the collars. His chestnut hair is long and unkept. He has a tattooed face.

Personality: He is overprotective of those who hire his services. He lacks restraint and is impulsive. He jumps in and acts without thinking all too often.

History: He was born in the north, but his parents moved at a very young age to the south. He took every job he could get his hands on, but the opportunities for Tieflings in the north were limited. He left for the north, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: To protect his home; and wants to raise his children well

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Ugly, Impulsive. Bonds: Guardian, Immigrant. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Smoker's lung

Possessions: 6000 cp. 1 Buckler.

Description: The dark-skinned man stands 3'0" and is typically in his Ruler uniform. He has a long white beard with little hanging trinkets. His violet eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: He goes out his way to put a smile on everyone's face. There's no-one he won't accept into his heart. 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: Gifted from a young age, Fargas studied abroad. He has had some formal music training, and achieved minor success. He has never given up on his music dream.

Motivation: He desires power and/or immortality; and he is unsatisfied with his job

Ideals: Optimist, Gifted, Artistic. Bonds: Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: Soothing and warm

Possessions: 2400 gp.