Description: This man is unhealthily muscled, almost every single one of his veins is visible when he is not flexing. His shirts and pants tend to be short and undersized for him due to the difficulty of finding a good tailor. His black hair is braided into rings. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

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 disdains his fellow northerners, claiming they make him look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: He was born in the north, but his parents moved at a very young age to the east. His parents divorced when he was young, and his mother gained full cudstody. He was regularly beaten by his mother, who blamed him for driving them apart. After a long history of fighting, Manfred and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and wants to work out more often

Ideals: Fighting, Athletic. Flaws: Insomniac, Antagonistic. Bonds: Immigrant. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: Aggressive tone

Possessions: 600 gp. Rock crystal (80 gp). Rich purple corundum (1400 gp). Blue sapphire (1400 gp). Moss agate (16 gp).

Description: He wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. He carries with him a set of kukris, each one with a aquamarine on the hilt. He only wears one on his belt and the other on his back. He has wavy white hair. His violet eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: He is a sleazy, sleazy guy. He has no qualms about using his powers of suggestion to get people to do what he wants. He loves being with his children and actually smiles when they are around. He would do anything for them. He dislikes his ex a great deal.

History: William lived on a farm with his father, near the main road leading to a nearby town. A freak accident while working with his Bookbinder father left him crippled. He now has a substantial network of resources ranging from contacts to ships to peers.

Motivation: Marry his sister to traveling adventurers.

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Fighting. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Attractive, Family. Occupation: Miller

Voice: Old Prospector

Possessions: 300 gp.

Description: A 5'11" western man, he wears professional attire. He has styled his silver hair well, parting it to the left. His hazel eyes are passionate and lively.

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

History: The child of a Painter, who enjoyed hunting, Rolf was taken on many hunting expeditions. After coming to the age of reason, Rolf took it upon himself to study the psionic arts in their entirety; because of this, he was labeled a dark omen and banished from his homeland. He remains aloof and afraid to be himself due to all the ideals others have placed upon him.

Motivation: He feels threatened by others; and he has a crush on the local painter

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Shy, Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Nature. Occupation: Jeweler

Voice: Mumbles to self between sentences

Possessions: 200 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A stocky darker skinned man, he wears a green armored body suit, with a simple yellow line shooting up and back down. His chestnut hair is braided into rings. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: He is irascible and easily irritated. He plays an instrument quite well.

History: Chad lived on a farm with his father, near the main road leading to a nearby town. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. After a long history of fighting, Chad and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it; and wants to raise his children well

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Family, Rich. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 600 gp. Pink pearl (90 gp). Silver pearl (90 gp). Coral (90 gp). Lapis lazuli (14 gp).

Description: He is dressed in an above average manner. He carries a battered lance and tarnished mace as well. His brown hair is slicked back into a classic pompadour. His gray eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: He is a sleazy, sleazy guy. He has no qualms about using his powers of suggestion to get people to do what he wants. He misses his home and complains about the freezing weather, even in summer.

History: Born in the east his family was never financially stable. His father was very strict, and drilled into him lessons on being the perfect gentleman. Recently a tribe of goblins attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Conrad fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him; and he doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes

Ideals: Fighting, Impeccable. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Poor. Occupation: Barber

Voice: Scandinavian accent

Possessions: 500 gp.