Description: Runty and weak-looking, he is wearing a long, black, dusty cloak. His long cinnamon fur is drawn into a two foot long braid. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: While he acts the brute, he is far gentler than he would appear. He is always in debt, since he spends his money on lavish parties and gifts for friends

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Shifting was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. Shifting was a troubled youth. He spent his days as a hard laborer instead of attending school, and spent his evenings with numerous mobsters and gang members. Shifting decided he wanted neither the life of his father nor that of the evil petty criminals he associated with. During his early adolescence, he took a sudden opportunity while working the docks and commandeered a vessel that was left unmanned. He has recently gotten a pet goose that steals things from people.

Motivation: He is being blackmailed/forced/etc and this influences his actions; and seeks redemption

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Impulsive. Bonds: Poor, Mentor, Criminal record. Occupation: Mortician

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 1600 gp.

Description: A pudgy man standing about 3'11" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. His moppish black hair is in a traditional bowl cut. He has a dull look in his hazel eyes.

Personality: He shows great sympathy to all travelers. He's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. He is underhanded and not above using his wealth and body to get others to do his bidding.

History: Born in the south to a Banker, Rurik learned a great deal about his father's area of expertise. Rurik was orphaned to a temple shortly after his birth. He was raised by the temple staff to care always for others above himself and to hold his god always in his heart. He tends to his Banker job now, and dutifully fulfills any obligations he has.

Motivation: Marry his sister to traveling adventurers; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Philantrophist. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Religious, Family. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Spits words with contempt

Possessions: 60 gp. Hematite (13 gp).

Description: He prefers to wear the grand gowns of high society. He carries his fan with him everywhere and carries himself as the perfect gentleman. He has a blonde handlebar mustache and slicked back blonde hair. His amber eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: He loves justice and goodness and right action. Anyone who does not fulfill this criteria perfectly will no doubt get a lecture from him. He is the most sanctimonious self-righteous Human in existence. Around other people he will do his best to conceal his emotions and appear jolly.

History: He was born in the east. Charles was born on a far eastern island where he grew up under the tutelage of his father, an expert Spice Merchant. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to giants demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it; and his name or reputation has been wronged in the past by giants, and he desires to right it

Ideals: Justice. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Rich, Immigrant, Enemies. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Mousy voice

Possessions: 120 gp. Zircon (40 gp). 1 Masterwork Light steel shield.

Description: An older man who tends to wear a large violet jacket, he is not a threatening figure. He has moderate length auburn hair. This gray eyed southerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: He considers himself a man of culture and sophistication. He likes a good challenge to his wits. He is obsessed with his god.

History: He was born in the south, but his parents moved at a very young age to the east. A freak accident while working with his Crown-heir mother left him crippled. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: He wants to meet his childhood hero; and he is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Religious, Immigrant, Adventurer. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Rhymes sentences (sorry)

Possessions: Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (110 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (200 gp).

Description: A pudgy man standing about 4'1" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He is wearing a long, tan cloak. His brown hair is cut short with large spiked bangs in the front. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: He is not truly malevolent, but he is obsessed with music. He constantly tries to fill his life with music. He disdains his fellow westerners, claiming they make him look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: His parents moved while he was still in utero so he is the first generation to be born here. His mother took him hunting and taught him how to get in the mind of other creatures. He has drifted from career to career and currently works as a Herbalist.

Motivation: He is unsatisfied with his job; and expand his business

Ideals: Artistic. Bonds: Immigrant, Nature, Job. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: Pronounces O like U

Possessions: 160 gp. 1 Chain shirt.