Description: A stocky lighter skinned man, he wears a large hat to cast shadows over his face and wears ponchos to better hide his body. His white hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. His eyes are a pleasant hazel.

Personality: He tends to agree with only himself unless someone else's opinion sounds like he can profit from it. He tries to control his temper but he can't always stop himself from what he feels what must be done. He is motivated by money and will often try and persuade people to work for cheap. He haggles over everything, upselling his goods and buying cheap. He is persistent in everything.

History: His druidic talent manifested at a young age. Aiming to upstage a rival house, his parents had him trained. Through the years after Frederick was born, his mother became increasingly distant from his family, instead choosing to pursue power in the east. Frederick's mother didn't care for him much, and the feeling was mutual. When he grew older, he became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. He began work as a mercenary for hire. He would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: Doesn't want to be a Cartwright and was forced into it by his family; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Gifted. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Cartwright

Voice: Deep voice with rolling R's

Possessions: 3000 cp. Sard (20 gp). Violet garnet (900 gp). Silver pearl (150 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: The man speaks with an almost imperceptible accent. He seems to always be the slightest bit damp as if he got out from a pool a few moments ago. He wears a blue vest with golden trim over his white shirt. His grey leather gloves and pants are well-kept, and his blue boots flare out at the collars. His black hair is slicked back into a classic pompadour. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: In the realm of puns, he cannot help himself. He feels obliged to make them. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

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. In his 10th year, his parents were killed by a drow raid, leaving Odo alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, he was adopted. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: Many drow want him driven away; and he wants revenge against drow

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Immigrant, Military, Enemies. Occupation: Laborer

Voice: Speaks with squeezed throat

Possessions: 100 gp. A detailed rose, with petals and thorns, constructed of silver and electrum (70 gp).

Description: Relatively heavier built than your average man, he is not imposing. He wears a well pressed and immaculate suit (or dress). He has no hair. His eyes are amber and beady.

Personality: He snorts whenever he laughs or is feeling confident. He is cautious and jumpy. He reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

History: He was a bastard born out of an affair, and his mother always resented and mistreated him for it out of spite. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). He has drifted apart from his friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature morningstar.

Motivation: He made a deal with a demon which lead to his current lot in life, and he's becoming increasingly nervous about it; and he's repulsed by the pc

Flaws: Ugly, Fearful, Antagonistic. Bonds: Adventurer, Debt. Occupation: Gardener

Voice: Soothing and warm

Possessions: 800 gp.

Description: A moderately attractive man, he wears brown leather gloves, a brown jacket, and tight pants. His long golden hair reaches down to his waist. He was beautiful and young once, which still shows through his age, but it is a faded beauty.

Personality: He is quiet and anti-social and can barely make it a few minutes in conversation before his hampering stammer kicks in. He is lazy, self-centered, vain, and jealous.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Heward grew up listening to his father's many stories. His parents enrolled him in a Monk school at a young age so that he could practice his martial talents. He has became unsatisfied with his lot in life, and decided to take up adventuring.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and he's looking for his big break

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

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 14000 cp. Jet (40 gp). Freshwater pearl (10 gp). Silver pearl (40 gp). Golden pearl (40 gp).

Description: He wears a large hat to cast shadows over his face and wears ponchos to better hide his body. He is portly but not overly obese. His hair is cut close to his head. His eyes are likewise hazel.

Personality: Abrasive and pushy, he has a hard time making friends. He is an amazing painter.

History: His mother raised him in a mountain cabin. His psionic abilities were realized during a raid on his village. He has achieved small success as a Gardener.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and he desires power and/or immortality

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Nature, Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Gardener

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 900 gp. Deep green spinel (70 gp).