Description: This man usually wears his grey robe and has his sai always slung over his shoulder. He has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized ruby on his right hand. He wears his red hair up. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: Astar wants to be seen as a stoic, levelheaded, noble Monk, so he tries to act the part. He does a good job, for the most part... He loves being with his children and actually smiles when they are around. He would do anything for them. He dislikes his ex a great deal.

History: His history is one of pain. He was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves his parents kept. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. When his spouse passed he lost his only source of income but claims to his daughters to still be retired.

Motivation: Wants to raise his children well; and marry his brother to traveling adventurers

Ideals: Disciplined. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Rich, Family, Slave. Occupation: Priest

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 70 gp. 1 Masterwork Light wooden shield.

Description: A man with a calm yet intense air about him, he prefers to wear flannel. His chestnut hair is smooth and relatively long. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: Abrasive and pushy, he has a hard time making friends. He is obsessed with finding treasure.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Gimgen grew up listening to his father's many stories. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Dwarven companion (his 'brother'). He came across an abandoned tomb where he found a relic that called out to him. After picking it up he was cursed by a spirit.

Motivation: He wants revenge against gnolls; and he's looking for his big break

Flaws: Antagonistic, Disease. Bonds: Adventurer, Enemies. Occupation: Bounty Hunter

Voice: Pronounces difficult words wrong

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: He very much looks the part of a Merchant. He is bristling with hidden weapons, mostly maces and bows. With a patchy silver beard and wild silver hair. His half smiles and blue eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: Deceptive and manipulative this eastern guy figured out how to best use his charms to convince people to do what he wants. When he's not drinking or sleeping the drinks off, he's doing painting.

History: He was raised in a white middle class family as the only child. His family was being driven out of business by several neighboring competitors. The mother sought out extralegal help and others began closing their doors. He saw this and took pride in his mother's willingness to do anything to win. He has recently gotten a pet goose that steals things from people.

Motivation: He feels that his past leaves him morally obligated to help; and seeks redemption

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Job, Criminal record, Attractive. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Speaks with squeezed throat

Possessions: 10000 cp.

Description: He dresses in tan turtlenecks beneath a white coat with blue slacks. His white hair is kept up in a ponytail inside a small hat. He has hazel eyes and a tan hat with a white feather.

Personality: He believes there is no problem he cannot solve with sufficient elbow grease and persistence, if it is the best or most economic solution matters not. He tends to be very friendly, and is drawn to music, the smells of food and wine, and out-door festivals.

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. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Body Guard work with an outfit from a few towns over. Body Guard work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He has drifted from career to career and currently works as a Body Guard.

Motivation: An old rival family wants him found; and balancing his hectic life and new body guard responsibilities is difficult

Ideals: Persistence, Optimist. Bonds: Military, Job, Family. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Gruff and masculine

Possessions: 60 gp.

Description: An older man who wears an amalgamation of clothes and depending on the season will wear more layers of the continuing hodge podge, he is not a threatening figure. His hair is cut close to his head. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his blue eyes.

Personality: Ahvain wants to be seen as a stoic, levelheaded, noble Commoner, so he tries to act the part. He does a good job, for the most part... He is obsessed with his god.

History: Born in the north to a Spice Merchant, Ahvain learned a great deal about his father's area of expertise. He helped his father out around the business and became quite the natural. Recently a tribe of dire rats attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Ahvain fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: He's looking for his big break; and his religion dominates his actions

Ideals: Disciplined, Fighting. Bonds: Attractive, Religious, Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Spits words with contempt

Possessions: 700 gp.