Description: This man is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time, and sports empty pouches on his belt. His red hair is kept up in a ponytail inside a Stetson hat. His gold eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: He is a Carter first and foremost. He believes firmly that knowledge should be universal. He will pursue extreme courses of action in the short term, confident that they cannot fail.

History: Astar was raised in a hard working conservative environment. He went to a religious school and was inspired by the priests there in charitable deeds. He bought a greatsword and has really upped his game hunting, due to his understanding of decoy and ambush.

Motivation: Wants to raise his children well; and he has a rivalry with the church that dominates his actions

Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Job, Religious, Nature, Family. Occupation: Carter

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: 400 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This exceptionally lanky man wears a brown collared shirt and grey pants. He accessorizes with a brown scarf around the waist and a strap diagonally across his shirt. He is bald on top and has large brown tufts of hair around his ears. His green eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

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 frequently practicing swordplay.

History: He was born to loving parents in a slum to the south. His father was very strict, and drilled into him lessons on being the perfect gentleman. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him.

Ideals: Optimist, Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Military, Poor. Occupation: Hunter

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 700 gp. Obsidian (5 gp). Freshwater pearl (5 gp). 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.

Description: This man stands a little under 4'0" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He wears a weathered and beat up set of banded mail beneath an oversized tan coat. His white hair is thinning but still full. His hazel eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: He can speak with the recently deceased. He is always in debt, since he spends his money on lavish parties and gifts for friends

History: His arcane talent manifested at a young age. Aiming to upstage a rival house, his parents had him trained. He moved from fad to fad and when he turned 15 he discovered painting. He hasn't been sleeping well lately.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep.

Ideals: Gifted, Artistic. Flaws: Impulsive, Insomniac. Occupation: Masseuse

Voice: Thin and wheezing

Possessions: 700 sp.

Description: He wears a shirt that is too small, which lets his gut show, with a ratty grey coat over it, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 6'0" when asserting himself. His black hair is cut short with large spiked bangs in the front. His eyes are likewise green.

Personality: He believes mankind has become decadent and spoiled by the march of civilization and an end should come to life as we know it. He does not mind isolation but does not hate company and attempts to receive them as best as possible.

History: He was born in the west, but his parents moved at a very young age to the south. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: He is greedy; and he has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Extrovert. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Nature, Immigrant, Rich. Occupation: Scribe

Voice: Italian accent

Possessions: 500 sp. 1 Masterwork studded leather.

Description: He is a small man, but exceptionally fit. He wears a brown cloak and cross-gartered black stockings. He wears his hair in dreadlocks. His eyes are a pleasant green.

Personality: He is enamored with his job. He loves it. He likes the challenge and he likes helping those less fortunate than him. He has a small toy that he constantly fidgets with.

History: Burto hails from a village terrorized by brigands. Burto was born on a far western plains where he grew up under the tutelage of his mother, an expert Herbalist. He became a Herbalist soon after.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and expand his business

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Job, Enemies, Immigrant. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: Can't modulate volume

Possessions: Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (300 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.