Description: A man of a pale complexion, he does not wear sleeves and tends to eschew shirts when he can avoid it. His head has been shaved. His brown eyes peer out from beneath his deerstalker black hat.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. 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: A powerful brothel owner made him what he is. His mother was a soldier and died while he was still young. Aldous was left his mother's suit of armor and trained in its use and care. He routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: He wants nothing more than to rejoin the army.

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Mentor, Military. Occupation: Glassblower

Voice: Sleepy voice

Possessions: 300 gp. A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (180 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (500 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He wears blue painted combat armor at almost all times. His golden hair is braided into rings. This violet eyed easterner is not easily forgotten.

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 receives visions of the future at random moments

History: He was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. Balimaar abandoned his home at a very young age, living in the fields and plains. He survived everyday through hunting and stealing from passersby. He did whatever it took for him to survive. By chance he met his sister recently and the two have been together since.

Motivation: Doesn't want to be a Animal Trainer and was forced into it by his family; and he wants to meet his childhood hero

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Family, Adventurer. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: 31000 sp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. He is renowned for his bright red suits and hats. His blonde hair is lengthy and is close to two feet long. His eyes are likewise amber. His teeth are yellowed and unaligned.

Personality: Hugh 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 works hard and plays hard.

History: He was raised in a forest tribe. He was taken as a slave by a traveling circus and forced to perform He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever; and he wants revenge against goblins

Ideals: Extrovert, Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Hedonist. Bonds: Nature, Slave. Occupation: Hunter

Voice: Pronounces O like U

Possessions: 200 gp. Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1200 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (100 gp).

Description: This man is bedraggled and starved. He prefers to wear grey pants and tee shirts. He sports a long black beard, and similarly colored long hair. He is missing an eye and his face is severely sunburned. His one remaining eye shines green.

Personality: He tends to agree with only himself unless someone else's opinion sounds like he can profit from it. He tries to control his temper but he can't always stop himself from what he feels what must be done. He seeks to pay back kindness whenever he gets the chance. Whether it be in the form of unwanted serenades or the latest gossip he always seeks to do solids for his friends.

History: He got into the Detective business at a young age. He helped his mother out around the business and became quite the natural. He used his abilities to travel the world and help people.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Poor, Job. Occupation: Detective

Voice: Stutters

Possessions: 500 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Relatively heavier built than your average man, he is not imposing. He is armored in gleaming platemail with gilded edges. A flowing brown cape and mantle trimmed with soft black waves gently in the breeze. He wears a small hat to hide his balding. He has a tattooed face.

Personality: He has always had a great fascination with Human culture. He lacks restraint and is impulsive. He jumps in and acts without thinking all too often.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. His mother worked until he suffered an accident while they were digging through a hill for a new route. He had to support his now crippled mother and took his mother's old job. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: Regain custody of his daughter; and to prove his worth to the world

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Racist, Impulsive. Bonds: Rich, Family. Occupation: Map Maker

Voice: German accent

Possessions: 200 gp. Aquamarine (600 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (800 gp).