Description: His right thumb is blackened and bruised, but otherwise he appears quite healthy. He wears a simple burlap shirt and baggy pants. He conceals his sword with his veritable burlap sack of a shirt. His black hair has been sun bleached extensively. His brown eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: The man has a huge range of feeling. He will range from being happy and joking with the occasional self put down to crying stating how he will be a better person from this day on. He has no love for corruption and racketeering and views those as crimes of the highest magnitude.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Igden grew up listening to his mother's many stories. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Herbalist work with an outfit from a few towns over. Herbalist work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. When he grew older, he became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. He began work as a mercenary for hire. He would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: Meet up once more with his childhood friend; and his name or reputation has been wronged in the past by orcs, and he desires to right it

Ideals: Justice. Flaws: Emotional. Bonds: Adventurer, Job, Enemies. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: Middle-eastern accent

Possessions: 500 gp.

Description: 3'8" and muscular, this northern man wears blue trousers with tan and grey striped suspenders. He wears various colorful collared shirts. With bright golden hair and a scraggly beard. His eyes are a pleasant blue.

Personality: Aggressive, abrasive, and angry, Kellen embodies much of what other species detest in the Gnomes. He is a thrill seeker, he laughs at people and throws down challenges. He is highly competitive and combative.

History: Kellen hails from a village terrorized by giants. He married young, but lost his spouse to giants. He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: He feels kind of lost in life; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Antagonistic, Depressed. Bonds: Adventurer, Enemies. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Squeaky

Possessions: 200 gp. Deep blue spinel (1000 gp). Malachite (11 gp). Rock crystal (20 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down. He is portly but not overly obese. His red hair is cut short. His eyes are brown.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. He is a bit of a macho man and will challenge people to random contests of strength and skill, and invite them to random hunting and fishing trip.

History: Trained by his mother for as long as he can remember he had it drilled in his head that it was his duty to serve his country. His mother was very strict, and drilled into him lessons on being the perfect gentleman. He remains aloof and afraid to be himself due to all the ideals others have placed upon him.

Motivation: He doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes; and nothing but the best is good enough for him

Ideals: Fighting, Impeccable. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Nature, Military. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Rolls R's

Possessions: 80 gp.

Description: Wearing a closed helm and plate, one would not know what he was had he not made sure his armor was more form fitting than normal. Outside of the suit he prefers to wear the grand gowns of high society. He carries his fan with him everywhere and carries himself as the perfect gentleman. His long chestnut hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: He is not truly malevolent, but he is obsessed with writing. He constantly tries to fill his life with writing. He feeds upon the attention of others.

History: Therai was born the youngest of three triplets. 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: Find a way to reverse the transformation of his brother; and marry his brother to traveling adventurers

Ideals: Artistic. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Family. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Rolls R's

Possessions: 1600 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: 5'6" and muscular, this southern man wears a faded coat and loose pants complete with top hat. His top hat is riddled with cuts and holes. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into 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 tends to be very friendly, and is drawn to music, the smells of food and wine, and out-door festivals.

History: He comes from a rich southern family. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often; and he has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Athletic, Impeccable, Optimist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Locksmith

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

Possessions: 100 gp.