Description: 5'2" and muscular, this northern man wears an old set of leather armor, nicked and torn by the ravages of time and battle. His gray fur is heavily combed to the left. His green eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: He is a Layabout first and foremost. He believes firmly that knowledge should be universal. He tends to be very friendly, and is drawn to music, the smells of food and wine, and out-door festivals.

History: He was born in the north. His childhood dream was to be a Sailor, but he was a colossal failure. He struck the Layabout job and began his own company from there.

Motivation: Expand his business; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Athletic, Optimist. Bonds: Job, Immigrant. Occupation: Layabout

Voice: Eastern European accent

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: An older man who dresses like a well dressed Courier does, he is not a threatening figure. His fur is greying and his face has many wrinkles. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: Elegant hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate him. It was this clingy personality that held back his painting career. He constantly seizes attention wherever he goes and has come to expect this respect from everyone. He likes to think of himself as merciful, but nonetheless is very strict.

History: He was raised in a white middle class family as the only child. He graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. He advanced relatively quickly due to his good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. He has drifted from career to career and currently works as a Courier.

Motivation: He doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes.

Ideals: Artistic, Impeccable. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Job, Military. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Mousy voice

Possessions: 1800 gp. Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (200 gp).

Description: This southern man is wearing a long, blue, dusty cloak. His clothes are grease stained in places. His black hair is thinning but still full. His skin is flawless and his violet eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: He considers himself the perfect gentleman. He makes a point to always show proper etiquette and frequently critiques the etiquette of others. He is a bit of a macho man and will challenge people to random contests of strength and skill, and invite them to random hunting and fishing trip.

History: He was born in the south. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Mercenary hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. Recently a tribe of goblins attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Dain fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him; and he doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes

Ideals: Impeccable, Fighting. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant, Attractive, Nature. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: Pronounces O like U

Possessions: 100 pp. 1 Masterwork Heavy steel shield.

Description: This man is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down. He has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized emerald on his right hand. His hair is white and curly. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: Stoic and calm, he prefers to meditate than take action. His temper goes off on the smallest of things. He tends to lash out at those around him.

History: Ghûra was raised in a hard working conservative environment. His mother had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: He possesses a valuable artifact that the thieves guild wishes to steal; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Disciplined. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Job, Criminal record. Occupation: Bellfounder

Voice: Sleepy voice

Possessions: 1100 gp. Emerald (1100 gp). Jasper (30 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1600 gp). Blue sapphire (1100 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A moderately attractive man, he wears a well pressed and immaculate suit (or dress). His hair is greying and his face has many wrinkles. His gray eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: He is almost excessively polite to everyone, even when angry. He is a great chef.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. After coming to the age of reason, Ulfgar took it upon himself to study the divine arts in their entirety; because of this, he was labeled a dark omen and banished from his homeland. He remains aloof and afraid to be himself due to all the ideals others have placed upon him.

Motivation: He feels that his past leaves him morally obligated to help; and he has a crush on the local doctor

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Mentor. Occupation: Farmer

Voice: Sensual and smooth

Possessions: 130 gp. A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (80 gp).