Description: He wears tattered old clothes, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 6'6" when asserting himself. He keeps his long auburn hair kept up in a rat tail. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: He considers himself a man of culture and sophistication. He likes a good challenge to his wits. He is a big fan of imagination and believes people should spend more time reading and writing.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. His spouse left him for another, whom he beat to an almost bloody pulp. He did not win them back, but he came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. 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. Balimaar fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: He doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes; and to fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever

Ideals: Impeccable, Logical, Fighting. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Mentor. Occupation: Locksmith

Voice: growls and snarls, animalistic

Possessions: 2000 sp.

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he wears black robes with leather pauldrons. Though occasionally he wears more armor. He prefers to carry a morningstar, but if one is not available he will default to his mace. His hair is brown, silky, and of moderate length. His amber eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: He's a bit of a prankster. He knows he is clumsy and seen as such and will often feign amnesia after injury. He has a minor phobia of water and hates getting wet.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. Now he works as a music tutor during his time off.

Motivation: He is terrified, and will act out of fear; and he is wracked by social anxiety

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Mentor. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 300 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is in excellent shape and wears bulky pastel painted plate armor. His white hair is braided into rings. His violet eyes peer out from beneath his Stetson pastel hat.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. He is a great chef.

History: He grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. A serious injury left his father unemployed and in need of constant care. His family became saddled with debt trying to care for his infirm father. Unlike his family, who was content to work in a sleepy main town, he wanted to work in the city. He has been working here for the past few years.

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 to find somewhere to settle down

Ideals: Athletic, Gifted. Flaws: Shy, Mundane. Bonds: Debt. Occupation: Sculptor

Voice: Scratchy, weak

Possessions: 700 gp. Obsidian (11 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1000 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Wearing a closed helm and plate, one would not know what he was had he not made sure his armor was more form fitting than normal. Outside of the suit he prefers to wear brown clothing when he does not wear armor. His chestnut hair is greasy and uncared for. His eyes are blue and catlike.

Personality: He has two modes he varies between. On the job he is cold, steely and emotionless. Off the job he is a party animal. He will do just about anything if he becomes convinced it is for someone's true love, of this he is easily convinced.

History: His parents moved while he was still in utero so he is the first generation to be born here. A few years later when the north was not economically sound they moved to his current location. He has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor; and wants a kiss

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job, Has a crush, Immigrant. Occupation: Carpenter

Voice: American accent

Possessions: 400 gp. White opal (900 gp). Rock crystal (20 gp).

Description: He is renowned for his bright red suits and hats. He cuts an attractive figure and his suit of old armor is well cared for even if it is obsolete. He keeps his black hair in a flapper bob. His brown eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: He is fixated on the number 52. He counts his steps and bites of food to keep in track with it. He seems to be used to being ignored and not questioned about it. He will pursue extreme courses of action in the short term, confident that they cannot fail.

History: He was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. From there he went from mercenary job to mercenary job. He now travels the world, in search of power and loot.

Motivation: He's looking for his big break; and obtaining odd cultural human artifacts is his passion

Flaws: Insane, Impulsive, Disease. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: Jittery and nervous

Possessions: 500 gp. Jeweled anklet (1000 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (200 gp).