Description: He is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down, and he perpetually has his sai ready. He has a small bristly mustache and wavy black hair. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: Deceptive and manipulative this eastern guy figured out how to best use his charms to convince people to do what he wants. On top of that he is swayed by a pretty face, and while loyalty to his employer will always come first he doesn't like to hit women.

History: Sold as a small child to a slaver, Simon was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). Recently a tribe of brigands attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Simon fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: He wants to meet his childhood hero.

Ideals: Fighting. Bonds: Attractive, Has a crush, Adventurer, Mentor. Occupation: Slave Trader

Voice: Thin and wheezing

Possessions: 100 gp. 1 Bullseye lantern. 1 Masterwork Musical instrument. 1 Masterwork manacles.

Description: He is of a modest build and height, but he carries himself more imposing than he is. He is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down. His hair is golden, silky, and of moderate length. His eyes are likewise brown.

Personality: He fancies himself a trickster and likes to rely on his wits to carry the day. He cares for his older siblings and likes to be recognized by them. He is frequently practicing swordplay.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. He graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. He advanced relatively quickly due to his good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: He uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs.

Bonds: Attractive, Family, Military, Rich, Immigrant. Occupation: Fortune-teller

Voice: Farmer accent

Possessions: 40000 sp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. His skin is fair and his fingers are delicate and long. He wears his white hair down. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are green.

Personality: He is unhospitable to his core. His small house has "No trespassing" Signs all over it. He has a cruel streak; something he gained from his previous mentor. He harbors resentment against his former mentor.

History: He was always a brilliant, if unscrupulous mind. In his formative years he discovered how persuasive he was. He began using that to his advantage selling useless wares at inflated prices. After a long history of fighting, Solomon and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: He is not mentally stable, and does not behave rationally.

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Logical. Flaws: Antagonistic, Insane. Bonds: Mentor. Occupation: Bellfounder

Voice: Farmer accent

Possessions: 20 pp.

Description: This man is very fat, and wears white painted combat armor at almost all times. His hair is blonde and very short. His fierce violet eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: He is shy and timid. He has not had much interaction with people and is skittish around them. He is vehemently anti-magic. All of it is evil and corrupting in his opinion.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. He struck it rich when he found rare goods in large quantities. He knows his nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but him.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it.

Ideals: Opinionated. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Adventurer

Voice: Uses lots of figures of speech

Possessions: 43000 sp. Obsidian (7 gp). Rock crystal (30 gp). 1 Masterwork manacles. 1 Superior lock. 1 Good lock.

Description: This malnourished man wears blue robes with leather pauldrons. Though occasionally he wears more armor. He prefers to carry a shield, but if one is not available he will default to his crossbow. His hair, while still mostly chestnut, has prominent grey streaks. His blue eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: He exudes charisma. He is a tour de force of persuasion. He is a thrill seeker, he laughs at people and throws down challenges. He is highly competitive and combative.

History: Born in the west to a Apothecary, Frederick learned a great deal about his father's area of expertise. He helped his father out around the business and became quite the natural. He then took over the family business and is one of the better Apothecary for hire.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and wants to open a new tavern

Bonds: Poor, Attractive, Adventurer, Job. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Posh accent

Possessions: 200 gp.