Description: This southern man is abnormally tall. He is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright white and tan, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. His whole body is exceptionally muscular. His golden hair has been sun bleached extensively. His eyes are brown.

Personality: He considers himself the perfect gentleman. He makes a point to always show proper etiquette and frequently critiques the etiquette of others. He would rather hide behind his crafts than deal with other people.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. Balimaar was born on a far southern mountains where he grew up under the tutelage of his father, an expert Spice Merchant. 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 doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes; and nothing but the best is good enough for him

Ideals: Impeccable, Artistic. Flaws: Shy, Disease. Bonds: Rich, Immigrant. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Scandinavian accent

Possessions: 300 gp. Chalcedony (60 gp). Star rose quartz (60 gp). Chrysoberyl (110 gp).

Description: This western man is abnormally tall. He wears a tattered pair of loose tan pants, a matching torn shirt, and a visible pair of similar condition same color briefs. His whole body is exceptionally muscular. He has a small bristly mustache and wavy auburn hair. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He exudes charisma. He is a tour de force of persuasion. His philosophy is that everyone needs a friend and as such shows hospitality towards all.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. Because his father participated in the massacre of their homeland, brigands burned their ranch to the ground and forced them out. He was preparing to flee to the west, but the outbreak of war prevented him and his mother from journeying west to reunite his family. Since then, he has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: Someone believes him a fraud.

Ideals: Optimist. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant, Attractive, Enemies. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Switch between two voices

Possessions: 1500 sp.

Description: A man with a friendly, welcoming air about him, he wears a custom-built plate barding that's adorned with black lining and desert motifs. His long white hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. His eyes are green and he is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: He runs his personal life as if detached from it. He organizes appointments and outings based on perceived benefits he will get from it. He is obsessed with finding treasure.

History: He was born in a small plains village. His father took him hunting and taught him how to get in the mind of other creatures. Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: He's looking for his big break; and his religion dominates his actions

Flaws: Selfish. Bonds: Adventurer, Nature, Religious. Occupation: Server

Voice: Middle-eastern accent

Possessions: 500 gp. Carnelian (30 gp). Freshwater pearl (5 gp). Deep blue spinel (600 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He stands about 5'0" and tends to wear a large yellow jacket. His right hand appears badly burned and disfigured. He wears his brown hair down. His eyes are blue and beady.

Personality: He resents people who mock his appearance or him, so he has learned to be the meanest son of a gun. A true patriot, Reynard would do anything for his country. He is fiercely protective of his fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: He is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. His mother was a soldier and died while he was still young. Reynard was left his mother's suit of armor and trained in its use and care. He used his abilities to travel the world and help people.

Motivation: Regain custody of his daughter; and money/treasure

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Military, Rich, Family. Occupation: Scribe

Voice: Speaks fast with a slight lisp

Possessions: 1200 gp. Red garnet (60 gp). Sard (80 gp). Jasper (80 gp). Moss agate (13 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A man with a warm, jovial air about him, he is renowned for his bright tan suits and hats. His auburn hair is thinning but still full. He has brown eyes.

Personality: He is quiet and anti-social and can barely make it a few minutes in conversation before his hampering stammer kicks in. He is frequently practicing swordplay.

History: The child of a Marshal, who enjoyed hunting, Ralf was taken on many hunting expeditions. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: Someone believes him a fraud; and he wants nothing more than to rejoin the army

Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Military, Nature, Rich, Enemies. Occupation: Tailor

Voice: Whispers

Possessions: Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (140 gp).