Description: He is a man of bearing and well nourished. He wears well tailored suits and hats with beautiful decoration. He is almost always dressed for an outing in high society. His blonde hair is slicked back into a classic pompadour. His thin eyebrows rest above his beady amber eyes.

Personality: He goes out his way to put a smile on everyone's face. There's no-one he won't accept into his heart. He is obsessed with finding treasure.

History: Ernest was born the youngest of three triplets. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). He has dedicated himself to building a better village for his children.

Motivation: To unite with his sister; and obtaining odd cultural human artifacts is his passion

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Dyer

Voice: Laughs frequently while speaking

Possessions: 100 gp.

Description: A man with a warm, jovial air about him, he wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. His hair, while still mostly red, has prominent grey streaks. He is missing an eye and his face is severely sunburned. His one remaining eye shines violet.

Personality: He loves justice and goodness and right action. Anyone who does not fulfill this criteria perfectly will no doubt get a lecture from him. He is the most sanctimonious self-righteous Human in existence. He believes the world needs to unite to get rid of dire rats once and for all.

History: He was born in a small forest village. In his 11th year, his parents were killed by a dire rats raid, leaving Cory alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, he was adopted. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Someone believes him a fraud; and revenge

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Justice. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Enemies, Nature. Occupation: Fisher

Voice: Low rumbling, strings words together

Possessions: 300 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A plain young-adult man, he wears tight fitting clothing which further accentuates his frame. His white hair is slicked back into a classic pompadour. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: He's a bit of a prankster. He knows he is clumsy and seen as such and will often feign amnesia after injury. His temper goes off on the smallest of things. He tends to lash out at those around him.

History: He got into the Guard business at a young age. He worked as a nervous Guard and found it very stressful. By chance he met his sister recently and the two have been together since.

Motivation: Balancing his hectic life and new Guard responsibilities is difficult; and he wants revenge against brigands

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Family, Enemies. Occupation: Guard

Voice: Speaks with back of mouth

Possessions: 100 gp.

Description: A hulking man with gigantic muscles, he wears a weathered and beat up set of banded mail beneath an oversized green coat. His chestnut hair is unkempt and raggedy. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: He has a very dry and sarcastic sense of humor. He is not one for noise or eating so much, which is in direct contrast with his big mouthed big gutted partner. His partner is his best friend in the world. The two are very close despite being more or less each other's opposites. Flattery will make him almost putty in your hands.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. He was part of a huge silver rush, which was taken over by a mining company. The company confiscated a lot of silver, but the shipment was lost. 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: He desires power and/or immortality; and he wants to meet his childhood hero

Flaws: Ugly, Selfish. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Baker

Voice: Jittery and nervous

Possessions: 500 gp. Hematite (5 gp). Star rose quartz (60 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is lean but muscular and wears a weathered and beat up set of banded mail beneath an oversized white coat. His black hair is styled in orderly dreadlocks. He has a tattooed face.

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 accommodating to his spouse and as such limits his hospitality. He is brave and levelheaded in the face of danger and has proven himself a capable leader.

History: He grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. 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 has since married many spouses, only to have them die. He claims to not be responsible.

Motivation: To find somewhere to settle down; and to end his boredom

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: In love, Poor. Occupation: Interpreter

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: 100 gp.