Description: He dresses in black turtlenecks beneath a grey coat with tan slacks. He sports a long blonde beard, and similarly colored long hair. His eyes are gray and catlike.

Personality: He seems absolutely devoid of it. He stares off into space and will respond with overly literal and minimalist answers to questions. 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: Born in a small village he learned the ways of the warrior from his father. While he appears to be a normal Gnome, he's... not quite right. Perhaps he's slightly insane, or otherwise so mentally alien to the rest of the world that he plain doesn't fit in. He is untrained/undisciplined, which makes him dangerous.

Motivation: He seems to be bored by most things; and to fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever

Ideals: Optimist, Fighting. Flaws: Mundane, Insane. Bonds: In love. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Pronounces 'its' and 'is' like 'eats' and 'ease'

Possessions: 1200 gp.

Description: A 5'2" northern man, he is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright black and violet, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. He has a long silver beard with little hanging trinkets. His face is scarred and worn.

Personality: A deeply religious man he believes everything happens for a reason. He can't help but pocket interesting objects he comes across

History: He is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Barrister work with an outfit from a few towns over. Barrister work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He has worked as a Barrister like his mother before him.

Motivation: Balancing his hectic life and new Barrister responsibilities is difficult.

Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Religious, Criminal record, Job. Occupation: Barrister

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: 200 gp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: He is a man of bearing and well nourished. He likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. His golden hair is lengthy and is close to two feet long. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: This man loves poetry and to teach people poetry more than just about anything. Flattery will make him almost putty in your hands.

History: He was born into a rich family. He inherited a moderately successful company from his father. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. He has never given up on his poetry dream.

Motivation: Revenge; and someone believes him a fraud

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Insomniac, Selfish. Bonds: Rich, Enemies. Occupation: Fortune-teller

Voice: Draws out vowels

Possessions: 400 gp.

Description: A thin man, he clearly needs to put on some weight, but he still has a lot of muscle. He typically wears black cloth garments or leather armor. His red crest is long and unkept. His eyes are likewise gold. His teeth are yellowed and unaligned.

Personality: He is a Ruler first and foremost. He believes firmly that knowledge should be universal. He lacks restraint and is impulsive. He jumps in and acts without thinking all too often.

History: The child of southern immigrants he idolized his father. Arjhan was born on a far southern island where he grew up under the tutelage of his father, an expert Ruler. He tends to his Ruler job now, and dutifully fulfills any obligations he has.

Motivation: He is unsatisfied with his job; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Ugly, Impulsive. Bonds: Job, Immigrant. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: Smooth and feminine

Possessions: 12000 sp. Lapis lazuli (16 gp). Hematite (16 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1600 gp). Bloodstone (20 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This tall, slender man wears dull red sweaters, loose tan pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath his sweater he keeps a concealed warhammer, just in case. His hair is long and red with streaks of chestnut, and is pulled back with small red clips. His beard is chestnut, braided, and well cared for. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: Laucian hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate him. It was this clingy personality that held back his writing career. He is underhanded and not above using his wealth and body to get others to do his bidding.

History: Laucian was born to in a poor docking district. He spent his early days working in the same smith shop his mother was employed at, doing general labor. He was one of the best in his class, and was picked up by his current employer. He quickly showed his capability and was soon promoted to a head role. He has worked as a Weaver like his mother before him.

Motivation: Expand his business.

Ideals: Artistic. Bonds: Attractive, Poor, Job. Occupation: Weaver

Voice: Prounounces S like Z

Possessions: 700 gp. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.