Description: The dark-skinned man stands 6'5" and is dressed in an above average manner. He wears a top hat to hide his balding. He has brown eyes.

Personality: He exudes charisma. He is a tour de force of persuasion. He will do just about anything if he becomes convinced it is for someone's true love, of this he is easily convinced.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. His mother was a soldier and died while he was still young. Randal was left his mother's suit of armor and trained in its use and care. 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: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and he has passion for adventuring and risk

Bonds: Attractive, Has a crush, Rich, Military, Adventurer. Occupation: Engraver

Voice: Soft and melodious

Possessions: 47000 sp. White pearl (150 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he wears a white Stetson hat and white clothes. He keeps his black hair in a pixie cut. He wears an eyepatch.

Personality: He considers himself a man of culture and sophistication. He likes a good challenge to his wits. He has a habit of throwing himself into exceedingly dangerous situations.

History: He got into the Herbalist business at a young age. His parents were killed by orcs in a raid when he was still a young child. The orcs captured him, and made him a slave and general play-thing. He was beaten and tortured regularly, leading to his deformed appearance. He's also a talented Mercenary, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: His religion dominates his actions; and he doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly, Impulsive. Bonds: Job, Enemies, Religious. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: 2700 sp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: Standing 5'9", this man is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down. He keeps his brown hair in a pixie cut. He has violet eyes.

Personality: He is quite gentle and does not know the full extent of his strength. He works very hard to maintain that gentleness. He does not believe in violence as a means to an end. He is a dedicated Architect but believes his peers are too gung-ho.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. From there he went from mercenary job to mercenary job. He has dedicated himself to building a better trade route.

Motivation: Regain custody of his daughter; and his relatives are trying to arrange a marriage

Ideals: Disciplined, Pacifist. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Boston accent

Possessions: 400 gp.

Description: This northern man's face is deformed and paralyzed on one side. As such, he slurs his words together. He wears a weathered and beat up set of banded mail beneath an oversized brown coat. He has shaved his head bald. He has amber eyes and a brown hat with a grey feather.

Personality: He is quiet and reserved most of the time, but warms up to people very quickly. Around friends he is liable to tell dirty jokes and enjoy himself. Despite his manner, he is extremely passionate and proud of his job, and he prides himself in being thorough and never missing a detail.

History: He got into the Animal Trainer business at a young age. Before the accident, he was one of the most outspoken anti-Human activists. He was mortally wounded, saved by a kind and fast-acting Human doctor. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Further expansion of business.

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Ugly, Racist. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Scratchy, weak

Possessions: 1300 gp. Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1600 gp).

Description: This man wears suspenders and brown workpants. His shirt is grey, and he wears a heavy brown leather apron most of the time, and sports empty pouches on his belt. He has no hair. He has gleaming, smiling gray eyes.

Personality: He fancies himself a trickster and likes to rely on his wits to carry the day. He cares for his older siblings and likes to be recognized by them. He has a hair trigger and will fly into rage over the tiniest perceived slights.

History: He was born several months after his mother was called into army service. He was taken from his home at a very young age. After a long history of fighting, Lance and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: Marry his brother to traveling adventurers; and an old rival family wants him found

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Family, Military, Slave. Occupation: Actor

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: 500 gp. Pink pearl (140 gp). Jasper (50 gp). Freshwater pearl (15 gp).