Description: A plain young-adult man, he is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. He has auburn hair. He has a dull look in his blue eyes.

Personality: He is not truly malevolent, but he is obsessed with painting. He constantly tries to fill his life with painting. He is cautious and jumpy. He reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

History: Arnold lived on a farm with his father, near the main road leading to a nearby town. He made a point of taking high paying jobs and getting most of it up front. He has since lost track of the people in his past.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Fighting, Artistic. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Family, Adventurer, Rich. Occupation: Baker

Voice: Speaks with squeezed throat

Possessions: 2000 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: His skin is bronze and flawless. He wears a fine chain shirt which he covers with blue colored cloaks and clothing. He is an epitome of beauty. He keeps his long brown hair kept up in a rat tail. His eyes are likewise blue. His teeth are white and perfect.

Personality: He is filled with cunning. He likes to feign weakness letting people think he is weak. He passes on several rewards to people in need. He makes a point to leave places better than he found them.

History: Gifted from a young age, Robert studied abroad. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He now spends his time doing works of charity.

Motivation: He is greedy; and he uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs

Ideals: Philantrophist, Gifted. Flaws: Secretive. Bonds: Attractive, Rich. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Pronounces O like U

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: He wears very tight pants and wife beaters, though occasionally he sports a violet coat, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 5'10" when asserting himself. His chestnut hair is cut short. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: A grumpy guy he will invite people to lunch so he can critique them. Yet he still seems generally likeable, like a lovable grump. He disdains his fellow southerners, claiming they make him look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: He was always a brilliant, if unscrupulous mind. He took every job he could get his hands on, but the opportunities for Humans in the south were limited. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and he's repulsed by the pc

Ideals: Philantrophist, Logical. Flaws: Antagonistic, Insane. Bonds: Immigrant. Occupation: Tanner

Voice: Jittery and nervous

Possessions: 20 pp.

Description: With violet face paint in a stripe pattern across his face, he wears suspenders and black workpants. His shirt is brown, and he wears a heavy black leather apron most of the time. His brown hair is cut jaggedly and amateurishly. He is very pretty but has cold, dead eyes.

Personality: He fancies himself a trickster and likes to rely on his wits to carry the day. He cares for his older siblings and likes to be recognized by them. He is very protective of his business, his home, and his spouse. He is willing to work with less than legal methods but maintains the front of legitimacy.

History: Born in the north his family was never financially stable. He moved out south to avoid the crime he committed. He's since become an addict/alcoholic.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of his brother.

Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Attractive, Family, Criminal record, Poor. Occupation: Carpenter

Voice: Eastern European accent

Possessions: 300 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 wears a tattered pair of loose pastel pants, a matching torn shirt, and a visible pair of similar condition same color briefs. His fur is short and beige. He wears large thick round spectacles.

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 underhanded and not above using his wealth and body to get others to do his bidding.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious western family, he was no stranger to responsibility. He went to a religious school and was inspired by the priests there in charitable deeds. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved; and his religion dominates his actions

Ideals: Optimist. Bonds: Poor, Attractive, Religious. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Sleepy voice

Possessions: 300 gp. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.