Description: A thin man, he clearly needs to put on some weight, but he still has a lot of muscle. He very much looks the part of a Spice Merchant. His silver hair is smooth and relatively long. His face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. His spectacle hidden eyes are a deep violet.

Personality: He likes to brag about his accomplishments and constantly tries to beat others to the punch. He loves his children and doesn't want them to worry about him. He loves to share his writing with anyone who is interested.

History: He got into the Spice Merchant business at a young age. His childhood dream was to be a Barber, but he was a colossal failure. He has been saving his money to try and buy his sister's freedom.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often; and to reunite with his absent father

Ideals: Athletic, Passionate, Artistic. Bonds: Job, Family. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Hollow voice

Possessions: 600 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A plain young-adult man, he wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. His brown hair is cut short with large spiked bangs in the front. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: Alexandre is a sociable creature first and foremost. He loves to listen to people at length before talking their ear off. He can carry on conversation for hours and will do so. He is accommodating to his spouse and as such limits his hospitality. He is brave and levelheaded in the face of danger and has proven himself a capable leader.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. In his formative years he discovered how persuasive he was. He began using that to his advantage selling useless wares at inflated prices. He has made many enemies by not giving into corruption and outing many instances of it.

Motivation: Retire the richest man in the east; and wishes to resurrect an old love

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Extrovert, Justice. Bonds: In love, Poor. Occupation: Armorer

Voice: Pronounces O like U

Possessions: 500 gp. Citrine (60 gp). Sard (60 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (800 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This man wears a weathered and beat up set of banded mail beneath an oversized yellow coat. He is muscular with a powerful set of arms. He sports a long golden beard, and similarly colored long hair. He has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. He wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: Hadarai hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate him. It was this clingy personality that held back his singing career. When he's not drinking or sleeping the drinks off, he's doing singing.

History: Hadarai was raised in a hard working conservative environment. Hadarai abandoned his home at a very young age, living in the fields and plains. He survived everyday through hunting and stealing from passersby. He did whatever it took for him to survive. He struck the Shepherd job and began his own company from there.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and he doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes

Ideals: Artistic, Impeccable. Bonds: Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Posh accent

Possessions: 4000 sp.

Description: He dresses like a well dressed Fortune-teller does. He carries with him a set of hand crossbows, each one with a topaz on the hilt. He only wears one on his belt and the other on his back. He is bald on top and has large chestnut tufts of hair around his ears. His eyes are amber.

Personality: He considers himself the protector of his home. He feels this is his duty and calling. Further he is a bit of a stoner and is frequently out of it.

History: Born in a small village he learned the ways of the warrior from his mother. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Balancing his hectic life and new Fortune-teller responsibilities is difficult; and expand his business

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Addict. Bonds: Job, Guardian. Occupation: Fortune-teller

Voice: Low and grunting

Possessions: 40 pp. 1 Banded mail.

Description: He typically wears grey cloth garments or leather armor, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 5'4" when asserting himself. He wears a colorful flower in his purple hair. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are white.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. He is skeptical of what others tell him and is slow to trust.

History: Heir to a fortune, his parents put a great deal of effort into curing his disease. His mother had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He leaves a trail of broken hearts and full pockets wherever he goes.

Motivation: He is greedy; and he uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Shy, Disease. Bonds: Attractive, Rich. Occupation: Knight

Voice: Slow speaker

Possessions: 50 gp.