Description: This fat eastern man has a bulbous nose and wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. His skin is also unnaturally pale. His moppish white hair is in a traditional bowl cut. His eyes are hazel and catlike.

Personality: Varis wants to be seen as a stoic, levelheaded, noble Cleric, so he tries to act the part. He does a good job, for the most part... He is ready at a moment's notice to give into his darker urges. He is a real pyromaniac and does not care who the fire hurts. He often ends up burning people alive in the fires he starts.

History: He was born to a criminal king-pin and mafia family His family was being driven out of business by several neighboring competitors. The mother sought out extralegal help and others began closing their doors. He saw this and took pride in his mother's willingness to do anything to win. He has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: He has decided he is irredeemable.

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Disciplined. Flaws: Ugly, Insane. Bonds: Criminal record. Occupation: Bellfounder

Voice: Slow speaker

Possessions: 300 gp.

Description: He prefers to wear tan clothing when he does not wear armor, and he perpetually has his spear ready. His white hair is knotted and matted. He has green eyes.

Personality: He can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. He would rather hide behind his crafts than deal with other people.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his father and mother. His father taught him the rudiments of the Banker arts, while his mother instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. He went to a religious school and was inspired by the priests there in charitable deeds. He remains aloof and afraid to be himself due to all the ideals others have placed upon him.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever; and he has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Fighting, Gifted, Artistic. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Rich, Religious. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: 100 gp.

Description: A plain young-adult man, he prefers to wear white pants and tee shirts. His silver hair is heavily combed to the left. His eyes are violet.

Personality: He is quite rude, and likes to deride his opponents skill and shout insults at them. A true patriot, Peren would do anything for his country. He is fiercely protective of his fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: He was born to a criminal king-pin and mafia family He helped his father out around the business and became quite the natural. He struck the Barkeep job and began his own company from there.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor; and money/treasure

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Military, Criminal record, Job, Rich. Occupation: Barkeep

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 2000 gp. Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (5000 gp). A finely crafted rug of intricate, geometric designs worked with silver threading (60 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (4000 gp). Silver ewer (60 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (60 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This man is very fat, and very much looks the part of a Blacksmith. He wears his red hair down. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: Eccentric and domineering, Gomory will drive conversation. He loves teas. He is very sensitive about his face. To blow off anger he lifts weights and to control his otherwise explosive temper he works out a lot.

History: Gomory was born to in a poor docking district. He spent his early days working in the same smith shop his father was employed at, doing general labor. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Blacksmith work with an outfit from a few towns over. Blacksmith work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He's also a talented Mercenary, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and expand his business

Ideals: Extrovert, Fighting. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job, Poor. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Creaky witch voice

Possessions: 300 sp. Silver pearl (110 gp).

Description: He is a mite stocky and is well dressed, constantly wearing a brown suit, black shirt, and brown tie. He has shaved his head bald. He has amber eyes.

Personality: He is enamored with his job. He loves it. He likes the challenge and he likes helping those less fortunate than him. His philosophy is that everyone needs a friend and as such shows hospitality towards all.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He tends to his Courier job now, and dutifully fulfills any obligations he has.

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

Ideals: Optimist, Entrepeneur. Bonds: Job, Rich. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Middle-eastern accent

Possessions: 220 pp. Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (400 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (4000 gp). Old masterpiece painting (2400 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (400 gp).