Description: This man wears a robe, a symbol of strength around his neck, and a kukri on his belt. He is muscular with a powerful set of arms. He sports a flattop hair cut. He has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. He wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: He can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. He has zero loyalty and will suck up to whomever is within range, in the hopes of being moved to a better position.

History: He was raised by priests from a young age. In his 17th year, while out on a day-trip, he returned to find his hometown burning and destroyed. He found his mother impaled in their home, and his father beheaded. He saw the man who walked out, and charged him in a blind rage. The man easily evaded and defeated him, leaving him to live broken and terrified. Recently a tribe of illithids attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Akmen fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs; and he has a rivalry with the church that dominates his actions

Ideals: Fighting, Gifted. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Religious, Mentor. Occupation: Barber

Voice: Voice breaks

Possessions: 9000 sp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He prefers to wear white clothing when he does not wear armor. His hair is chestnut and very short. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He does not care much for physical appearances, nor does he care much for other people. He does however care about what he wants and getting it. Flattery will make him almost putty in your hands.

History: He was born to loving parents in a slum to the west. Corkitron was born on a far western forest where he grew up under the tutelage of his father, an expert Blacksmith. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: An old rival family wants him found; and wants to raise his children well

Flaws: Ugly, Selfish. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant, Family. Occupation: Blacksmith

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

Possessions: 4000 gp. Rich purple corundum (800 gp). Hematite (12 gp). Eye agate (12 gp). Hematite (12 gp). Iolite (20 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He wears a faded coat and loose pants complete with feathered hat. He has wavy brown hair. His face is scarred and worn.

Personality: He is business-like. He takes instructions and follows them to the letter. He is a bit of a xeno-phobe, disliking non-Halflings.

History: He was a bastard born out of an affair, and his mother always resented and mistreated him for it out of spite. His first spouse was a Herbalist, they had one daughter, but his spouse won total custody. Without his spouse to temper him he grew out of control. He has since lost track of the people in his past.

Motivation: His relatives are trying to arrange a marriage; and wants to raise his children well

Ideals: Professionalism. Flaws: Ugly, Racist, Antagonistic. Bonds: Family. Occupation: Sculptor

Voice: Speaks fast with a slight lisp

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: This man is very fat, and wears light armors faded through time and improper care. His cinnamon fur is slicked back into a classic pompadour. His blue eyes peer out from beneath his broad grey hat.

Personality: He is intelligent and cunning, but he will too often allow his rage to get the better of him. He will lose his cool and rely on brute force to carry the day. He pushes his goals aggressively. He is also a coward if confronted.

History: He comes from a rich southern family. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. After a long history of fighting, Edge and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and he has money and likes to spend it

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Fearful. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Russian accent

Possessions: 310 gp. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: He wears long strands of sapphire and short black dresses (or suits) accompanied by the proper stockings and shoes, with gloves of varying lengths. He carries a battered scythe and tarnished club as well. He wears a feathered hat to hide his balding. His skin is flawless and his brown eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: He is erratic and paranoid. He believes brigands are coming to abduct people. 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: His mother raised him in a mountain cabin. There was a wharf not far from home where he often wandered off to fish. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it.

Ideals: Fighting. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Enemies, Nature. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Slurs words

Possessions: Fire opal (1300 gp). Lapis lazuli (11 gp). Freshwater pearl (11 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.