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 is wearing a perfectly clean shirt and pair of pants. He keeps his auburn hair in a flapper bob. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his brown eyes.

Personality: He is irascible and easily irritated. He is however greedy and will demand payment and proof of collateral's value and will produce a merchant's scale to make sure he is not cheated out of a speck.

History: He was born with several neurological imbalances, which makes sleep difficult for him. It may also be what makes him so good at details. A few years later when the east was not economically sound they moved to his current location. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and retire the richest man in the north

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Antagonistic, Disease, Insomniac. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant. Occupation: Carter

Voice: Irish accent

Possessions: 300 gp. Old masterpiece painting (700 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (700 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (130 gp).

Description: He is a physically imposing dark-skinned man. He is wearing a tight green one piece outfit complete with pants, hood, and a cape. His silver hair is thinning but still full. His eyes are violet and he is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: He likes to brag about his accomplishments and constantly tries to beat others to the punch. He can see the true alignment of people by looking at them, and uses this to pass judgement.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his father and mother. His father taught him the rudiments of the Healer arts, while his mother instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. 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 has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: He is content; and he is greedy

Ideals: Passionate, Gifted. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Rich, Military. Occupation: Healer

Voice: High pitched and raspy

Possessions: 1500 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. He prefers to wear flannel. He has done his best to style his white hair to look like a famous performer. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: Here is a man who knows he is the smartest in the room. He talks down to others constantly. He also has developed a complete distrust of the Spice Merchant profession.

History: His parents moved while he was still in utero so he is the first generation to be born here. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Bricklayer work with an outfit from a few towns over. Bricklayer work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He then took over the family business and is one of the better Bricklayer for hire.

Motivation: Balancing his hectic life and new Bricklayer responsibilities is difficult; and he is unsatisfied with his job

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job, Immigrant. Occupation: Bricklayer

Voice: Italian accent

Possessions: 800 gp. Obsidian (10 gp). Red spinel (130 gp). Malachite (10 gp). 4 Holy water. 2 Acid flasks. 3 Alchemist’s fire.

Description: He is wearing a perfectly clean shirt and pair of pants. He has relatively dark skin and is very physically imposing due to his abundance of muscles. His chestnut hair and beard is wavy and long. His voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: He is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as he rather likes the sound of his voice. His demeanor is somewhat feminine. He has the money to obtain near anything and knows that if you pay a man enough he will sell his own mother. Money is his most trusted friend.

History: He was born in the south, but his parents moved at a very young age to the east. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He now has a substantial network of resources ranging from contacts to ships to peers.

Motivation: He uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs; and he is not mentally stable, and does not behave rationally

Ideals: Optimist, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Immigrant. Occupation: Sage

Voice: Soothing and warm

Possessions: Citrine (70 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is wearing a perfectly clean shirt and pair of pants. His hair is long and white with streaks of brown, and is pulled back with small black clips. His beard is brown, braided, and well cared for. His eyes are likewise brown. His teeth are white and perfect.

Personality: He is quite rude, and likes to deride his opponents skill and shout insults at them. He uses his nature as a weapon; he likes to lead opponents to think him in distress.

History: A powerful slaver made him what he is. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. 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 feels threatened by others; and he is wracked by social anxiety

Flaws: Antagonistic, Secretive, Mundane, Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Mentor. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Scratchy, weak

Possessions: 800 gp. 1 Banded mail. 1 Full Plate.