Description: He is of a modest build and height, but he carries himself more imposing than he is. He wears tattered old clothes. His hair is red and curly. His silver unseeing eyes seem to look past you.

Personality: Aggressive, abrasive, and angry, Astar embodies much of what other species detest in the Tieflings. He invites people to come help in his community garden.

History: Trained by his father for as long as he can remember he had it drilled in his head that it was his duty to serve his country. Cursed with lycanthropy at a very young age, Astar has worked very hard to control his curse. After a long history of fighting, Astar and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: He wants nothing more than to rejoin the army.

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly, Disease, Antagonistic. Bonds: Military. Occupation: Servant

Voice: Middle-eastern accent

Possessions: 70 pp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A thin man, he clearly needs to put on some weight, but he still has a lot of muscle. He wears tight fighting clothing, which leaves very little to the imagination. He sports a flattop hair cut. His hazel eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: He is a melancholic, but persistent worker. He resents family life and as such spurns the advances of admirers. A true patriot, Mindartis would do anything for his country. He is fiercely protective of his fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: Born in the west to a Masseuse, Mindartis learned a great deal about his father's area of expertise. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Masseuse work with an outfit from a few towns over. Masseuse work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He now owns his own business.

Motivation: He'd like to take his coworkers down a peg.

Ideals: Fighting, Athletic. Flaws: Depressed. Bonds: Military, Job. Occupation: Masseuse

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: 600 pp. Silver comb with moonstones (700 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (40 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He is a mite stocky and is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down. He wears a colorful flower in his silver hair. His amber eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: He is almost excessively polite to everyone, even when angry. He is always in debt, since he spends his money on lavish parties and gifts for friends

History: Heir to a fortune, his parents put a great deal of effort into curing his disease. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it.

Flaws: Shy, Impulsive, Disease. Bonds: Attractive, Rich. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Forgets to breathe while speaking

Possessions: 900 gp. Iolite (20 gp). Rock crystal (20 gp).

Description: He is an average looking western male in his early mid-life. He prefers to wear blue clothing when he does not wear armor. His white hair is greasy and uncared for. He is baby faced.

Personality: He misses his glory days as an athlete. He does not mind his job, but it is boring in comparison. He passes on several rewards to people in need. He makes a point to leave places better than he found them.

History: Balam was raised in a hard working conservative environment. Balam was a troubled youth. He spent his days as a hard laborer instead of attending school, and spent his evenings with numerous mobsters and gang members. Balam decided he wanted neither the life of his father nor that of the evil petty criminals he associated with. During his early adolescence, he took a sudden opportunity while working the docks and commandeered a vessel that was left unmanned. He now owns his own business.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Athletic, Philantrophist, Optimist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job, Criminal record. Occupation: Miner

Voice: Soft and mumbly

Possessions: 190 gp. Jasper (40 gp). Jade (90 gp).

Description: He wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. He carries with him a set of scythes on his belt, each one with a amber on the hilt. His black hair has been sun bleached extensively. His eyes are likewise violet.

Personality: He takes his job very seriously, in part because he fears he cannot get a new one. He plays an instrument quite well.

History: Born in the north to a Map Maker, John learned a great deal about his father's area of expertise. He helped his father out around the business and became quite the natural. He used his abilities to trick people and travel the world for free.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and a rival would like him out of the picture

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Fighting, Artistic. Bonds: Job, Criminal record. Occupation: Map Maker

Voice: Dutch accent

Possessions: 150 gp.