Description: This exceptionally lanky man wears an old set of leather armor, nicked and torn by the ravages of time and battle. He has moderate length red hair. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: He is fixated on the number 55. He counts his steps and bites of food to keep in track with it. He seems to be used to being ignored and not questioned about it. His temper goes off on the smallest of things. He tends to lash out at those around him.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his mother and father. His mother taught him the rudiments of the Shipwright arts, while his father instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. After coming to the age of reason, Thomas took it upon himself to study the druidic arts in their entirety; because of this, he was labeled a dark omen and banished from his homeland. 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's repulsed by the PC; and money/treasure

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Insane, Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Shipwright

Voice: Can't modulate volume

Possessions: 400 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is armored in gleaming platemail with gilded edges. A flowing violet cape and mantle trimmed with soft blue waves gently in the breeze. He has a moderate pudge and is not very fit. He has a black handlebar mustache and slicked back black hair. He wears an eyepatch.

Personality: He dislikes all the random violence that takes place in the north. 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: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. He found a children's book about a Human Expert who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. He modeled his life after the story, seeing himself destined a hero. He is searching for what he claims is his rightful reward.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it.

Ideals: Pacifist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Has a crush, Adventurer. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Spits and sputters

Possessions: 400 gp. Fiery yellow corundum (1300 gp).

Description: He tends to wear a heavy leather apron. Coupled with his rolled up shirt sleeves this gives him a very relaxed look. He has a moderate pudge and is not very fit. His chestnut hair is well kept and his bushy mustache is tapered upwards at the ends. His eyes are a pleasant violet.

Personality: Don is a sociable creature first and foremost. He loves to listen to people at length before talking their ear off. He can carry on conversation for hours and will do so. He is a great chef.

History: He was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. He was an apprentice working in his mother's forge. He has achieved small success as a Carter.

Motivation: To be a Miner again; and to protect his home

Ideals: Extrovert, Gifted. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Job, Guardian. Occupation: Carter

Voice: Spanish accent

Possessions: 300 gp. Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (400 gp).

Description: This northern man is abnormally tall. He wears a black deerstalker hat and black clothes. His whole body is exceptionally muscular. He has golden hair. His eyes are hazel and catlike.

Personality: Here is a man who knows he is the smartest in the room. He talks down to others constantly. He never wears the same outfit twice, unless he absolutely has to.

History: His history is one of pain. He was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves his parents kept. He moved from fad to fad and when he turned 15 he discovered music. When he grew older, he became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. He began work as a mercenary for hire. He would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: Regain custody of his daughter; and to reunite with his old friends

Ideals: Impeccable, Artistic. Bonds: Immigrant, Slave, Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Uses sign language

Possessions: 3000 sp. Freshwater pearl (10 gp). 1 Antitoxin. 2 Acid flasks.

Description: He is a man of bearing and well nourished. He wears a shirt that is too small, which lets his gut show, with a ratty tan coat over it. His red hair is lengthy. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: He resents people who mock his appearance or him, so he has learned to be the meanest son of a gun. He is often prim and proper but will on occasion tell either really disgusting or offensive jokes, which seem out of character.

History: Shane lived on a farm with his father, near the main road leading to a nearby town. His first spouse was a Architect, they had one son, but his spouse won total custody. Without his spouse to temper him he grew out of control. He has achieved small success as a Mason.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Joker, Optimist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Family, Job. Occupation: Mason

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 200 gp.