Description: His skin has the orange glow of too much sun. He wears rags and sports a simple walking cane. With a patchy black beard and wild black hair. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: He hates giants. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. He will often invite strangers home for dinner and talk their ears off. He cares deeply for his spouse and does his best to make sure his guests look presentable.

History: Sold as a small child to a slaver, Ahvain was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Assassin hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. He hasn't been sleeping well lately.

Motivation: His name or reputation has been wronged in the past by giants, and he desires to right it.

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Poor, Enemies, In love, Mentor. Occupation: Assassin

Voice: Excited and jittery

Possessions: 400 gp.

Description: He wears a shirt that is too small, which lets his gut show, with a ratty yellow coat over it. He wears a top hat to hide his balding. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: Mantus hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate him. It was this clingy personality that held back his music career. 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, Mantus is combative with any and all who dare try his patience in the slightest.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious western family, he was no stranger to responsibility. His mother took him hunting and taught him how to get in the mind of other creatures. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

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

Ideals: Artistic, Justice. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Religious, Nature. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: High pitched, excited

Possessions: 600 gp. An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (60 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (400 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (400 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (500 gp).

Description: He has the majority of his body covered in plate. He is bristling with hidden weapons, mostly tridents and axes. His auburn hair is lengthy and is close to two feet long. His voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. Any perceived weakness will be pressed and exploited. He is seen as merciless and passionate.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his father and mother. His father taught him the rudiments of the Tailor arts, while his mother instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. 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 possesses a valuable artifact that the thieves guild wishes to steal.

Flaws: Insane, Shy. Bonds: Criminal record, Rich. Occupation: Tailor

Voice: Pirate accent

Possessions: 1600 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He stands about 4'0" and prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for his hunting needs. His left hand appears badly burned and disfigured. His hair is short and golden. He has violet eyes.

Personality: He is a jovial happy person, but he is convinced people are living their lives too quickly. He takes great pride in his work and is very well organized. His planner is full of calendar events.

History: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. His childhood dream was to be a Carter, but he was a colossal failure. He has drifted from career to career and currently works as a Sculptor.

Motivation: Balancing his hectic life and new Sculptor responsibilities is difficult; and to be a carter again

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Insane, Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Job. Occupation: Sculptor

Voice: Draws out vowels

Possessions: 140 gp.

Description: He stands about 3'4" and wears suspenders and blue workpants. His shirt is tan, and he wears a heavy blue leather apron most of the time. His left hand appears badly burned and disfigured. He keeps his brown hair in a pixie cut. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He is a sleazy, sleazy guy. He has no qualms about using his powers of suggestion to get people to do what he wants. He cannot deal with unfamiliar people for more than a few minutes at a time and if they persist he will grow angry at them.

History: A powerful wizard made him what he is. His childhood dream was to be a Herbalist, but he was a colossal failure. He inherited the family business which he has now maintained for 10 years.

Motivation: He is unsatisfied with his job.

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Mentor, Job. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Complex vocabulary, royal

Possessions: 390 gp.