Description: This man does not wear sleeves and tends to eschew shirts when he can avoid it. He has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized amethyst on his left hand. He has a very tight haircut. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: He is quiet and unassuming. He ignores others and carries on with his job unassumingly. He does suffer from mild PTSD, and the sight of brigands may trigger it at times.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when brigands swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. He graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. He advanced relatively quickly due to his good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. 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 has money and likes to spend it; and sabotage a competitor

Bonds: Rich, Job, Enemies, Religious, Military. Occupation: Barber

Voice: Gruff and masculine

Possessions: 30 gp.

Description: The man speaks with an almost imperceptible accent. He seems to always be the slightest bit damp as if he got out from a pool a few moments ago. He is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down. He keeps his dark red hair in a pixie cut. His gold eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: He is not truly malevolent, but he is obsessed with poetry. He constantly tries to fill his life with poetry. He has a minor phobia of water and hates getting wet.

History: Oriax was born into a poor family. Growing up, he dreamt of becoming a Paladin, to bring honor to his family’s name. When he came of age, he applied for a position with his town's local guard, looking to work his way up via merit and eventually become a Paladin in service of a powerful lord somewhere. He found a children's book about a Tiefling Paladin who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. He modeled his life after the story, seeing himself destined a hero. Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: He's looking for his big break.

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Immigrant, Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Weaver

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 900 gp. Onyx (70 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (12 gp). Sardonyx (70 gp). Sard (70 gp).

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. He likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. His chestnut hair is knotted and matted. His ears are large.

Personality: Soft-spoken and well mannered, he has an amazing amount of patience and a slow boiling temper. He never wears the same outfit twice, unless he absolutely has to.

History: Dean hails from a village terrorized by dire rats. He dropped out of school before completing his studies. He routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: Someone believes him a fraud.

Ideals: Disciplined, Artistic, Logical. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Enemies. Occupation: Marshal

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: 300 gp. White pearl (50 gp). Moss agate (14 gp). Jet (50 gp). Bloodstone (60 gp). Onyx (60 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: The man speaks with an almost imperceptible accent. He seems to always be the slightest bit damp as if he got out from a pool a few moments ago. He tends to wear a green poncho over his likewise colored trousers and shirt. He keeps his brown hair in a flapper bob. His skin is flawless and his gray eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: He speaks before he thinks and is too direct. He uses divination through singing.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. Brilliant and gifted he never wanted to apply himself. He left for the north, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: To prove his worth to the world.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Immigrant, Attractive, Poor. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Hard of hearing, loud

Possessions: 5000 sp. Obsidian (4 gp). Black pearl (1500 gp). Brown-green garnet (60 gp). Zircon (50 gp). Chalcedony (50 gp).

Description: He dresses in collared shirts and wears a proper scarf over his head, and carries flails. His blue hair is greasy and uncared for. His silver eyes peer out from beneath his top green hat.

Personality: His tongue was cut out and he uses sign language. He does suffer from mild PTSD, and the sight of giants may trigger it at times.

History: He is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. He inherited a moderately successful company from his mother. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Someone believes him a fraud.

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Disease. Bonds: Enemies, Rich. Occupation: Seamstress

Voice: Prounounces S like Z

Possessions: 200 gp. Aquamarine (1100 gp).