Description: The man speaks with an almost imperceptible accent. He seems to always be the slightest bit damp as if he got out from a pool a few moments ago. He wears a grey costume with the symbols of the four houses of cards on his torso. His auburn hair is singed and shortened. He has a dull look in his brown eyes.

Personality: He cares much about the opinion of others, both in good and in bad: when keeping in line with his opinion, he thinks highly of the other person, but when opinions clash, he can get violently argumentative. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: Sold as a small child to a slaver, Kody was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. Kody was born on a far northern plains where he grew up under the tutelage of his mother, an expert Guard. He left for the north, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor; and he is unsatisfied with his job

Ideals: Opinionated. Flaws: Ugly, Hedonist. Bonds: Immigrant, Mentor. Occupation: Guard

Voice: Voice breaks

Possessions: 300 gp. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: This fat western man has a bulbous nose and is wearing a tight brown one piece outfit complete with pants, hood, and a cape. His skin is also unnaturally pale. He sports a long blonde beard, and similarly colored long hair. He is missing an eye and his face is severely sunburned. His one remaining eye shines violet.

Personality: He trusts no one. He is not readily capable for forgiveness and his ire never leaves him. He enjoys reading and quiet.

History: His parents moved while he was still in utero so he is the first generation to be born here. Through the years after Trym was born, his mother became increasingly distant from his family, instead choosing to pursue power in the west. Trym's mother didn't care for him much, and the feeling was mutual. 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: Money/treasure.

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Immigrant, Rich. Occupation: Shoemaker

Voice: Hard of hearing, loud

Possessions: 11000 cp. Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (400 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (400 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (160 gp).

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he wears a lot of dark rich colors, with gold accents. His red hair is knotted and matted. His violet eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: Here is a man who knows he is the smartest in the room. He talks down to others constantly. He is frequently practicing swordplay.

History: He grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. His father was a soldier and died while he was still young. Miles was left his father's suit of armor and trained in its use and care. He left for the east, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: He seems to be bored by most things.

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Attractive, Military, Immigrant. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Russian accent

Possessions: 300 gp.

Description: He wears a faded coat and loose pants complete with deerstalker hat. His hair is greying and his face has many wrinkles. He tend to wears goggles to shield his eyes.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. He is a bit of a macho man and will challenge people to random contests of strength and skill, and invite them to random hunting and fishing trip.

History: Anselm was born the youngest of three triplets. Being born in the west, he completed his medical training abroad so as to avoid the war. He returned after the war having achieved medical proficiency. He was a general practitioner in the west for years, until he, through no fault of his own, lost a patient who had a very powerful family. Rather than risk reprisal he made his way south. He has since lost track of the people in his past.

Motivation: Marry his brother to traveling adventurers; and doesn't want to be a knight and was forced into it by his family

Ideals: Optimist, Fighting. Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Nature, Family. Occupation: Knight

Voice: Voice breaks

Possessions: 900 sp.

Description: A man with a friendly, welcoming air about him, he wears white painted combat armor at almost all times. He keeps his auburn hair in a flapper bob. His thin eyebrows rest above his beady brown eyes.

Personality: He dislikes all the random violence that takes place in the east. He is often prim and proper but will on occasion tell either really disgusting or offensive jokes, which seem out of character.

History: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. His spouse left him for another, whom he beat to an almost bloody pulp. He did not win them back, but he came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. 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 giants

Ideals: Pacifist, Fighting, Joker. Flaws: Ugly. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: Old thin voice

Possessions: 18000 cp. Jasper (70 gp).