Description: He typically wears white cloth garments or leather armor. He cuts an attractive figure and his suit of old armor is well cared for even if it is obsolete. His auburn hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. He has violet eyes and a white hat with a blue feather.

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 has a hair trigger and will fly into rage over the tiniest perceived slights.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Alston grew up listening to his mother's many stories. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Gnomish companion (his 'brother'). After a long history of fighting, Alston and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and obtaining odd cultural gnomish artifacts is his passion

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer. Occupation: Cook

Voice: Low and grunting

Possessions: 100 gp. 1 Breastplate. 1 Half-Plate. 1 Half-Plate.

Description: This fat western man has a bulbous nose and is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. His skin is also unnaturally pale. His brown hair is well kept and his bushy mustache is tapered upwards at the ends. This green eyed westerner is not easily forgotten.

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 often prim and proper but will on occasion tell either really disgusting or offensive jokes, which seem out of character.

History: The child of western immigrants he idolized his father. He dropped out of school before completing his studies. He left for the west, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and wants to have a good time and be beloved

Ideals: Optimist, Joker, Logical. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Immigrant. Occupation: Map Maker

Voice: Deep voice with rolling R's

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: This fat eastern man has a bulbous nose and wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. His skin is also unnaturally pale. His long black hair reaches down to his waist. His face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. His spectacle hidden eyes are a deep blue.

Personality: He considers himself the protector of his home. He feels this is his duty and calling. He has zero loyalty and will suck up to whomever is within range, in the hopes of being moved to a better position.

History: Born in the east his family was never financially stable. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Interpreter hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: To protect his home; and to clean up the streets

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Fearful. Bonds: Guardian, Poor. Occupation: Interpreter

Voice: Gruff and masculine

Possessions: 6000 cp.

Description: He is a man of bearing and well nourished. He wears professional attire. He has wavy brown hair. His skin is flawless and his gray eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: He is extraordinarily passive and rarely speaks, let alone speaks his mind. He is able to make almost anything out of random pieces of junk.

History: Alexandre was born into a poor family. Growing up, he dreamt of becoming a Bard, to bring honor to his family’s name. When he came of age, he applied for a position with his town's local guard, looking to work his way up via merit and eventually become a Bard in service of a powerful lord somewhere. Alexandre abandoned his home at a very young age, living in the fields and plains. He survived everyday through hunting and stealing from passersby. He did whatever it took for him to survive. He became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: He has passion for adventuring and risk; and meet up once more with his childhood friend

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Map Maker

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: 400 sp.

Description: A pudgy man standing about 5'0" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright blue and grey, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. His red hair is cut short with large spiked bangs in the front. He has hazel eyes.

Personality: He barks his statements quickly and with little fuss. He prefers small words and is at his heart utilitarian. He feeds upon the attention of others.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Paelias grew up listening to his father's many stories. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Apothecary work with an outfit from a few towns over. Apothecary work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He struck the Apothecary job and began his own company from there.

Motivation: An old rival family wants him found; and to reunite with his absent father

Flaws: Terse. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Adventurer, Job, Family. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Old Prospector

Possessions: 1000 cp. Silver pearl (150 gp). 1 Banded mail.