Description: He typically wears a sleeveless long coat of deep white leather and dull brown iron scale mail, and he perpetually has his nunchaku ready. His hair is long and auburn with streaks of blonde, and is pulled back with small white clips. His beard is blonde, braided, and well cared for. His hazel eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. He has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: He is extraordinarily passive and rarely speaks, let alone speaks his mind. He does not believe in violence as a means to an end. He is a dedicated Apothecary but believes his peers are too gung-ho.

History: Born in the north his family was never financially stable. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Apothecary hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. 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. Gilbert fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever; and he is terrified, and will act out of fear

Ideals: Fighting, Pacifist. Flaws: Addict, Shy. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Gruff and masculine

Possessions: 8000 cp. Peridot (50 gp). Jet (160 gp). Red-brown spinel (160 gp).

Description: Standing 6'2", this man is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. His silver hair is heavily combed to the right. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

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 refers to his adoptive mother for almost all things he is unsure about, which are numerous. He is very much still a child and has not developed a drive for self-dependency.

History: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. Aside from being a slave or a gladiator, there isn't much legitimate work for Humans in Peter's homeland. Peter decided to take the middle way and become a bodyguard. He left for the east, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: His spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion.

Ideals: Fighting, Optimist. Flaws: Insomniac, Ugly. Bonds: Family, Immigrant. Occupation: Jeweler

Voice: Rolls R's

Possessions: 300 gp. 1 Magnifying glass. 1 Superior lock.

Description: He is a husky man, who wears clothing that is held on in multiple layers but all of it is in poor condition. His hair is long and chestnut with streaks of brown, and is pulled back with small black clips. His beard is brown, braided, and well cared for. His eyes are hazel.

Personality: He is calm most of the time but flees social interaction. A true patriot, Justin would do anything for his country. He is fiercely protective of his fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: Trained by his mother for as long as he can remember he had it drilled in his head that it was his duty to serve his country. He was a friend to animals and a trickster. In his defense of animals however he would do severe harm to people. He became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: He's looking for his big break.

Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Poor, Military, Nature, Adventurer. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: Boston accent

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: He is an average looking southern male in his early mid-life. He wears a black collared shirt and red pants. He accessorizes with a green scarf around the waist and a strap diagonally across his shirt. His tied-back hair is golden. His brown eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: He hates dire rats. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. He seeks to pay back kindness whenever he gets the chance. Whether it be in the form of unwanted serenades or the latest gossip he always seeks to do solids for his friends.

History: He comes from a rich southern family. He struck it rich when he found rare goods in large quantities. After a long history of fighting, Adelard and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: To reunite with his absent father; and many dire rats want him driven away

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Enemies, Rich, Family. Occupation: Sailor

Voice: Scratchy, weak

Possessions: 1300 gp. Iolite (20 gp). Citrine (20 gp). Hematite (14 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This eastern man's face is deformed and paralyzed on one side. As such, he slurs his words together. He wears a well pressed and immaculate suit (or dress). He has a white handlebar mustache and slicked back white hair. His thin eyebrows rest above his beady brown 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 his god.

History: Heward was born the youngest of three triplets. He was one of the best in his class, and was picked up by his current employer. He quickly showed his capability and was soon promoted to a head role. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: To unite with his sister; and wants to raise his children well

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Religious, Family, Job. Occupation: Interpreter

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 1500 gp.