Description: An imposing man with a heavy stainless steel prosthetic left leg, he is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. His white hair is braided into rings. He has gleaming, smiling amber eyes.

Personality: He has a very dry and sarcastic sense of humor. He is not one for noise or eating so much, which is in direct contrast with his big mouthed big gutted partner. His partner is his best friend in the world. The two are very close despite being more or less each other's opposites. He loves his children and doesn't want them to worry about him. He loves to share his poetry with anyone who is interested.

History: The child of western immigrants he idolized his mother. He moved from fad to fad and when he turned 15 he discovered poetry. He became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of his brother; and his spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion

Ideals: Artistic. Bonds: Adventurer, Family, Immigrant. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Low rumbling, strings words together

Possessions: 2000 cp.

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. He prefers to wear blue clothing when he does not wear armor. His red hair is slicked back into a classic pompadour. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: He is a Locksmith first and foremost. He believes firmly that knowledge should be universal. Flattery will make him almost putty in your hands.

History: He was born in the north, but his parents moved at a very young age to the east. When Manfred reached his early adolescence his Human father passed away. Feeling disconnected from the small nearby village afterwards, he decided to travel. His rounds led him into the Army with a few individuals who would become his life-long companions. He has drifted from career to career and currently works as a Locksmith.

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. Flaws: Ugly, Selfish. Bonds: Job, Immigrant, Military. Occupation: Locksmith

Voice: Sensual and smooth

Possessions: 100 gp. Blue star sapphire (900 gp). Tourmaline (80 gp). Violet garnet (700 gp). 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: This exceptionally lanky man is dressed in an above average manner. He wears his golden hair up. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He is quite rude, and likes to deride his opponents skill and shout insults at them. He dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. His biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: Jocelyn hails from a village terrorized by dire rats. Jocelyn was born on a far western island where he grew up under the tutelage of his mother, an expert Spy. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: A deep hatred of dire rats; and his name or reputation has been wronged in the past by dire rats, and he desires to right it

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Enemies, Immigrant. Occupation: Spy

Voice: Irish accent

Possessions: 1700 gp. Golden circlet with four aquamarines (4000 gp). Jeweled gold crown (2000 gp). Solid gold idol (1000 gp). A delicate silver chain set with a tourmaline (70 gp).

Description: This man stands a little under 6'0" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He wears a worn and beaten armor. His black hair is kept up in a ponytail inside a top hat. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his violet eyes.

Personality: Prone to second guessing himself, he comes off as nervous. He uses his nature as a weapon; he likes to lead opponents to think him in distress.

History: Born in a small village he learned the ways of the warrior from his mother. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Stylist work with an outfit from a few towns over. Stylist work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He has gone from town to town till he finds a spot where he can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern.

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Shy, Secretive. Bonds: Attractive, Job. Occupation: Stylist

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: He wears blue leather gloves, a blue jacket, and tight pants. His black hair is still thick. This hazel eyed northerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: A grumpy guy he will invite people to lunch so he can critique them. Yet he still seems generally likeable, like a lovable grump. He does not believe in violence as a means to an end. He is a dedicated Cook but believes his peers are too gung-ho.

History: Sold as a small child to a brothel owner, Gilbert was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Cook hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. After a long history of fighting, Gilbert and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and to reunite with his old friends

Ideals: Philantrophist, Pacifist. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Mentor, Poor. Occupation: Cook

Voice: Old thin voice

Possessions: 90 pp.