Description: Dark and lean, he is a relatively plain man. He is perpetually draped in fineries, but all of this concealed by his earthly robes.. His auburn hair is braided into rings. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: He is a jovial happy person, but he is convinced people are living their lives too quickly. He loves his children and doesn't want them to worry about him. He loves to share his poetry with anyone who is interested.

History: Ratlûg lived on a farm with his father, near the main road leading to a nearby town. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. He has since lost track of the people in his past.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of his sister; and wants to raise his children well

Ideals: Optimist, Artistic. Bonds: Attractive, Family. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Scandinavian accent

Possessions: 9000 gp. Jet (40 gp). Bloodstone (50 gp). Aquamarine (1000 gp). Obsidian (7 gp). Deep blue spinel (1000 gp). Sard (50 gp). Sard (50 gp). Silver pearl (40 gp). Jet (40 gp). Violet garnet (1000 gp). Fire opal (1300 gp). Lapis lazuli (7 gp). Bloodstone (50 gp). Red-brown spinel (40 gp). Star rose quartz (50 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1000 gp). Banded agate (7 gp). Deep blue spinel (1000 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (1300 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This man stands a little under 6'9" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He wears a fancy grey suit. His fur is short and yellow. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: He considers himself the protector of his home. He feels this is his duty and calling. A true patriot, Skirt would do anything for his country. He is fiercely protective of his fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: He was born into a rich family. His father was a soldier and died while he was still young. Skirt was left his father's suit of armor and trained in its use and care. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of his brother; and wants to open a new tavern

Bonds: Attractive, Guardian, Military, Rich, Job, Family. Occupation: Mortician

Voice: Draws out vowels

Possessions: 400 sp. A life-sized copper and silver statuette of a cockatrice. (20 gp).

Description: This tall, slender man wears a well pressed and immaculate suit (or dress). His silver hair is still thick. His face is scarred and worn.

Personality: He is extraordinarily passive and rarely speaks, let alone speaks his mind. Despite his manner, he is extremely passionate and proud of his job, and he prides himself in being thorough and never missing a detail.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. Through the years after Halander was born, his father became increasingly distant from his family, instead choosing to pursue power in the north. Halander's father didn't care for him much, and the feeling was mutual. He then took over the family business and is one of the better Carpenter for hire.

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

Flaws: Ugly, Shy, Antagonistic. Bonds: Job, Mentor. Occupation: Carpenter

Voice: Dutch accent

Possessions: 100 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This petite short man is perpetually holding a tea of some kind. He wears a suit in poor condition. It has not been laundered in sometime and has been worn in activities one would not normally wear a suit during, marred by teas. He is bald on top and has large chestnut tufts of hair around his ears. He has a tattooed face.

Personality: He is filled with cunning. He likes to feign weakness letting people think he is weak. He invented a lineage for himself and claims to be descended from several legendary heroes.

History: He was born in the south, but his parents moved at a very young age to the north. He struck it rich when he found rare goods in large quantities. He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark.

Flaws: Ugly, Secretive. Bonds: Adventurer, Immigrant, Rich. Occupation: Barber

Voice: Forgets to breathe while speaking

Possessions: 70 gp. Rock crystal (70 gp). 1 Half-Plate.

Description: He likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather, and carries hand crossbows. His hair is white, silky, and of moderate length. He has a tattooed face.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. He is submissive, is generally bored by everything, but will take part in whatever people ask of him. He is by nature obliging.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. His spouse left him for another, whom he beat to an almost bloody pulp. He did not win them back, but he came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. Since then, he has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved; and retire the richest man in the north

Ideals: Fighting, Optimist, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive. Occupation: Cook

Voice: French accent

Possessions: 100 gp. Citrine (20 gp). 4 Antitoxin. 2 Alchemist’s fire. 1 Smokesticks. 2 Alchemist’s fire.