Description: He is a mite stocky and is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright brown and black, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. He has no hair. His brown eyes peer out from beneath his Stetson brown hat.

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 does not mind isolation but does not hate company and attempts to receive them as best as possible.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when dire rats swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. 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: His name or reputation has been wronged in the past by dire rats, and he desires to right it; and a deep hatred of dire rats

Ideals: Justice, Extrovert. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Navigator

Voice: Whispers

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: A man of a pale complexion, he is dressed in a clean blue cloak covering his clean studded leather. His golden hair is cut jaggedly and amateurishly. He is missing an eye and his face is severely sunburned. His one remaining eye shines amber.

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 is a big fan of imagination and believes people should spend more time reading and writing.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). He has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark.

Ideals: Joker, Logical, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Adventurer. Occupation: Guard

Voice: Uses sign language

Possessions: 800 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He wears a tan tunic with white highlights, and long brown pants that bunch up around his shoes. He is physically well-built. His hair is chestnut and very short. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are hazel.

Personality: Deceptive and manipulative this western guy figured out how to best use his charms to convince people to do what he wants. His respect, as difficult as one would find it to earn, is unwavering; those who more than prove themselves to him, a bar set well above any reasonable standard, he tolerates in varying degrees. Though less modest and more hasty in his reactions to snap at those who irritate him, Balimaar is combative with any and all who dare try his patience in the slightest.

History: Born in the west to a Tailor, Balimaar learned a great deal about his mother's area of expertise. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: He wants random interesting trinkets and junk, hates to throw anything away; and to be a merchant again

Ideals: Justice. Flaws: Greedy. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Immigrant. Occupation: Tailor

Voice: Jittery and nervous

Possessions: 800 gp.

Description: 6'6" and lanky with angular features, he is an attractive figure. He is armored in gleaming platemail with gilded edges. A flowing brown cape and mantle trimmed with soft pastel waves gently in the breeze. His auburn hair, when down, is lengthy. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: Here is a man who knows he is the smartest in the room. He talks down to others constantly. He passes on several rewards to people in need. He makes a point to leave places better than he found them.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. 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: Money/treasure.

Ideals: Impeccable, Philantrophist. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Rich, Attractive. Occupation: Detective

Voice: growls and snarls, animalistic

Possessions: 100 gp. 1 Banded mail. 1 Chain shirt.

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 bulky tan painted plate armor. His hair is always cut to a buzz. His green unseeing eyes seem to look past you.

Personality: He thrives on attention. He does whatever is in his power to gain the attention of whomever he deems a fit date. His home and work are filled with various knick knacks he has acquired through the years. He cares a great deal for his adopted teenage son.

History: Rolf was raised in a hard working conservative environment. His first spouse was a Detective, they had one son, but his spouse won total custody. Without his spouse to temper him he grew out of control. When his spouse passed he lost his only source of income but claims to his sons to still be retired.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern.

Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Immigrant, Attractive, Family, Job. Occupation: Mayor

Voice: Whispers

Possessions: 10000 sp. Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (100 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (700 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.