Description: A man with a warm, jovial air about him, he likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. His hair is greying and his face has many wrinkles. His fair skin shows little sign of his aristocratic breeding.

Personality: He is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as he rather likes the sound of his voice. His demeanor is somewhat feminine. He is fiercely devoted to his father, and views his father's ex-spouse as an evil person for separating him from his legal half-sister.

History: He was raised in a white middle class family as the only child. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He leaves a trail of broken hearts and full pockets wherever he goes.

Motivation: He uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs.

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Attractive, Family, Rich. Occupation: Mayor

Voice: Draws out vowels

Possessions: 400 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He wears many layers of old clothing at all times. He carries with him a set of sais on his belt, each one with a emerald on the hilt. He has no hair. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: He is quiet and anti-social and can barely make it a few minutes in conversation before his hampering stammer kicks in. He takes great pride in his work and is very well organized. His planner is full of calendar events.

History: Tordek 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. A gifted student he started as a Shoemaker, but he got bored and became a Apothecary. He struck the Apothecary job and began his own company from there.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and he is unsatisfied with his job

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Poor, Job. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Irish accent

Possessions: 1100 gp. Eye agate (6 gp). Black pearl (300 gp). Hematite (6 gp). Carnelian (30 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A hulking man with gigantic muscles, he wears professional attire. He keeps his blonde hair in a pixie cut. He was beautiful and young once, which still shows through his age, but it is a faded beauty.

Personality: He is a Guard first and foremost. He believes firmly that knowledge should be universal. He also is a firm believer in the manly ideal.

History: Heir to a fortune, his parents put a great deal of effort into curing his disease. He struck it rich when he found rare goods in large quantities. He has drifted from career to career and currently works as a Guard.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and he is greedy

Flaws: Impulsive, Disease. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Rich. Occupation: Guard

Voice: Prounounces S like Z

Possessions: Bloodstone (50 gp). Alexandrite (700 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: His right thumb is blackened and bruised, but otherwise he appears quite healthy. He is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. His hair is long and black with streaks of red, and is pulled back with small brown clips. His beard is red, braided, and well cared for. His face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. His spectacle hidden eyes are a deep green.

Personality: He has schizophrenia that causes him to hear things that aren't there and will sometimes respond to them. Energy wise he seems alert and responsive.

History: He comes from a rich western family. A freak accident while working with his Body Guard mother left him crippled. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: To unite with his brother; and his spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion

Ideals: Fighting, Professionalism. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Rich, Family. Occupation: Carter

Voice: Speaks with back of mouth

Possessions: 100 gp. Fiery yellow corundum (400 gp). 1 Darkwood Shield. 1 Half-Plate. 1 Half-Plate. 1 Breastplate.

Description: He is lean but muscular and dresses in green turtlenecks beneath a black coat with pastel slacks. His fur is gray, silky, and of moderate length. His eyes are a pleasant green.

Personality: Cocky and sure of himself, he believes he is the best Bookbinder born in the past three hundred years. He pushes his goals aggressively. He is also a coward if confronted.

History: He was born on a small isolated farm. His father was a soldier and died while he was still young. Leaf was left his father's suit of armor and trained in its use and care. He then took over the family business and is one of the better Bookbinder for hire.

Motivation: He feels threatened by others; and he is unsatisfied with his job

Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Nature, Military. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Low and grunting

Possessions: Just what you see.