Description: A 3'3" western man, he prefers to wear black clothing when he does not wear armor. He wears his auburn hair up in a very large beehive style do. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He considers himself the perfect gentleman. He makes a point to always show proper etiquette and frequently critiques the etiquette of others. He receives visions of the future at random moments

History: When he was but 6 years old his parents immigrated from the west. Being born in the west, he completed his medical training abroad so as to avoid the war. He returned after the war having achieved medical proficiency. He was a general practitioner in the west for years, until he, through no fault of his own, lost a patient who had a very powerful family. Rather than risk reprisal he made his way north. By chance he met his brother recently and the two have been together since.

Motivation: Doesn't want to be a Healer and was forced into it by his family.

Ideals: Impeccable, Gifted. Bonds: Immigrant, Family. Occupation: Healer

Voice: Soothing and warm

Possessions: 100 gp.

Description: He is an average looking eastern male in his early mid-life. He does not wear sleeves and tends to eschew shirts when he can avoid it. His hair is brown, silky, and of moderate length. His green eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: While he acts the brute, he is far gentler than he would appear. He refers to his adoptive father for almost all things he is unsure about, which are numerous. He is very much still a child and has not developed a drive for self-dependency.

History: The child of eastern immigrants he idolized his father. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Gnomish companion (his 'brother'). Recently a tribe of dire rats attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Alston fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: He's looking for his big break; and he desires power and/or immortality

Ideals: Fighting. Bonds: Attractive, Family, Immigrant, Adventurer. Occupation: Bricklayer

Voice: Adds syll-ab-les for em-pha-sis

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: He wears a shirt that is too small, which lets his gut show, with a ratty black coat over it. He has dyed his greying auburn hair a little too much giving a sharp auburn color. His violet unseeing eyes seem to look past you.

Personality: He believes there is no problem he cannot solve with sufficient elbow grease and persistence, if it is the best or most economic solution matters not. He disdains his fellow northerners, claiming they make him look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. He took every job he could get his hands on, but the opportunities for Elves in the north were limited. He left for the north, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and he is unsatisfied with his job

Ideals: Persistence, Logical. Flaws: Ugly, Disease. Bonds: Immigrant. Occupation: Miller

Voice: Pronounces O like U

Possessions: 400 gp. Jasper (70 gp). Red spinel (80 gp). Iolite (70 gp).

Description: Relatively heavier built than your average man, he is not imposing. He wears a well pressed and immaculate suit (or dress). His tied-back hair is white. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He thrives on attention. He does whatever is in his power to gain the attention of whomever he deems a fit date. 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: He was born on a small isolated farm. While studying, he fell in love. They married and had a daughter. He hasn't been sleeping well lately.

Motivation: He wants nothing more than to rejoin the army; and to get a good night's sleep

Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Attractive, In love, Nature, Military. Occupation: Assassin

Voice: Old Prospector

Possessions: 5000 gp. Brown-green garnet (110 gp). Banded agate (12 gp). Moonstone (60 gp). Deep blue spinel (400 gp). Golden yellow topaz (400 gp). Blue quartz (12 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He is in excellent shape and wears a weathered and beat up set of banded mail beneath an oversized black coat. His hair is cut close to his head. His half smiles and hazel eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. Flattery will make him almost putty in your hands.

History: Rûg was born with his mother's beautiful face. He was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. He never won. He remains aloof and afraid to be himself due to all the ideals others have placed upon him.

Motivation: Wants his loneliness to end; and he is terrified, and will act out of fear

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Shy, Selfish. Bonds: Attractive. Occupation: Shipwright

Voice: Deep voice with rolling R's

Possessions: 400 gp.