Description: A pudgy man standing about 6'3" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for his hunting needs. His top hat is riddled with cuts and holes. He has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. He wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: He has a good heart but also a terrible temper. He will forgive often but not before yelling and berating someone for whatever they have done wrong. He never wears the same outfit twice, unless he absolutely has to.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when giants swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. He inherited a moderately successful company from his mother. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He has a rivalry with the Church that dominates his actions; and his name or reputation has been wronged in the past by giants, and he desires to right it

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Sage

Voice: Squeaky

Possessions: 7000 cp.

Description: This man is tall and muscular. He wears just a blue suit. He sports a long blonde beard, and similarly colored long hair. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: Adelard hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate him. It was this clingy personality that held back his writing career. He spends most of his days drinking in the Inn, the rowdiest and most dangerous establishment in town. There he gambles, wrestles and listens to stories told by travelers.

History: Sold as a small child to a brothel owner, Adelard was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. A serious injury left his mother unemployed and in need of constant care. His family became saddled with debt trying to care for his infirm mother. He has never given up on his writing dream.

Motivation: He wants to meet his childhood hero; and he desires power and/or immortality

Ideals: Athletic, Artistic. Bonds: Adventurer, Mentor, Debt. Occupation: Unemployed

Voice: Shortens vowels

Possessions: 400 gp.

Description: He wears an old set of leather armor, nicked and torn by the ravages of time and battle. His chestnut hair is unkempt and raggedy. His eyes are likewise blue.

Personality: He is a very philanthropic person; he spends his free time working at various soup kitchens. He is submissive, is generally bored by everything, but will take part in whatever people ask of him. He is by nature obliging.

History: Born to a Dyer, his mother struggled to pay the bills. There was a wharf not far from home where he often wandered off to fish. He now spends his time doing works of charity.

Motivation: Wishes to resurrect an old love; and he would like to get married and retire

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Weaver

Voice: Pronounces O like U

Possessions: 3000 sp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This southern man prefers to wear flannel. His clothes are grease stained in places. He keeps his long white hair kept up in a rat tail. His half smiles and violet eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: Prone to second guessing himself, he comes off as nervous. He has a minor phobia of water and hates getting wet.

History: When he was but 6 years old his parents immigrated from the south. Randal was born on a far southern island where he grew up under the tutelage of his father, an expert Sailor. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: He is terrified, and will act out of fear; and he feels threatened by others

Flaws: Shy, Fearful. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant, Attractive. Occupation: Sailor

Voice: Pronounces difficult words wrong

Possessions: 300 gp. 1 Masterwork manacles. 1 Simple lock.

Description: This man prefers to wear flannel, and sports empty pouches on his belt. His hair, while still mostly brown, has prominent grey streaks. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He is quiet and anti-social and can barely make it a few minutes in conversation before his hampering stammer kicks in. A true patriot, Clerebold would do anything for his country. He is fiercely protective of his fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: He got into the Map Maker business at a young age. He graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. He advanced relatively quickly due to his good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: To be a Bowyer again; and his relatives are trying to arrange a marriage

Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Military, Job, Family. Occupation: Map Maker

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: 1200 gp.