Description: He is of a modest build and height, but he carries himself more imposing than he is. He prefers to wear the grand gowns of high society. He carries his fan with him everywhere and carries himself as the perfect gentleman. His black hair is braided into rings. His eyes are green and catlike.

Personality: He is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as he rather likes the sound of his voice. His demeanor is somewhat feminine. He is used to getting what he wants. In part because he is a meticulous planner.

History: He was born several months after his father was called into army service. He was part of a huge silver rush, which was taken over by a mining company. The company confiscated a lot of silver, but the shipment was lost. He now travels the world, in search of power and loot.

Motivation: He wants to meet his childhood hero.

Ideals: Optimist, Professionalism. Bonds: Rich, Military, Adventurer. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Deep voice with rolling R's

Possessions: 400 gp.

Description: This man dresses in brown turtlenecks beneath a black coat with yellow slacks, and sports empty pouches on his belt. He wears his green crest up. He has several tiny amethyst earrings on each ear.

Personality: A deeply religious man he believes everything happens for a reason. He is used to getting what he wants. In part because he is a meticulous planner.

History: Heir to a fortune, his parents put a great deal of effort into curing his disease. He was part of a huge silver rush, which was taken over by a mining company. The company confiscated a lot of silver, but the shipment was lost. 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 has a rivalry with the Church that dominates his actions.

Ideals: Professionalism. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Rich, Religious, Adventurer. Occupation: Unemployed

Voice: Jittery and nervous

Possessions: Chalcedony (70 gp). Coral (140 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he wears a large hat to cast shadows over his face and wears ponchos to better hide his body. His crest is short and blue. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He does not care much for physical appearances, nor does he care much for other people. He does however care about what he wants and getting it. He has a cruel streak; something he gained from his previous mentor. He harbors resentment against his former mentor.

History: He was born with several neurological imbalances, which makes sleep difficult for him. It may also be what makes him so good at details. Through the years after Vrondiss was born, his father became increasingly distant from his family, instead choosing to pursue power in the east. Vrondiss's father didn't care for him much, and the feeling was mutual. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep; and he's repulsed by the pc

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Disease, Insomniac. Bonds: Mentor. Occupation: Carter

Voice: Soft and mumbly

Possessions: Azurite (8 gp). Smoky quartz (50 gp). Violet garnet (300 gp). Hematite (8 gp).

Description: He stands about 5'3" and likes to wear green tank tops with black pants. His right hand appears badly burned and disfigured. He has auburn hair. His eyes are a pleasant violet.

Personality: Gunter speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. He is clearly well-traveled and educated. He is a big fan of imagination and believes people should spend more time reading and writing.

History: Born in the east to a Merchant, Gunter learned a great deal about his mother's area of expertise. He was an apprentice working in his mother's forge. He has achieved small success as a Merchant.

Motivation: He feels the way he acts is they only way to get by in the world; and he doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes

Ideals: Impeccable, Logical. Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: 500 sp. 1 Banded mail.

Description: He tends to wear a heavy leather apron. Coupled with his rolled up shirt sleeves this gives him a very relaxed look. He is portly but not overly obese. He wears a Stetson hat to hide his balding. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: This man loves writing and to teach people writing more than just about anything. He does not believe in violence as a means to an end. He is a dedicated Spice Merchant but believes his peers are too gung-ho.

History: Pâsh was born to in a poor docking district. He spent his early days working in the same smith shop his father was employed at, doing general labor. His childhood dream was to be a Butcher, but he was a colossal failure. He's also a talented Butcher, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: To unite with his sister; and balancing his hectic life and new spice merchant responsibilities is difficult

Ideals: Artistic, Pacifist. Bonds: Poor, Job, Family. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Gruff and masculine

Possessions: 1200 gp. Jet (130 gp). Deep green spinel (130 gp). Sardonyx (30 gp). 1 Minor magic item.