Description: A pudgy man standing about 6'0" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He likes to wear ponchos typically of a light tan in addition to tight pants. His Stetson hat is riddled with cuts and holes. His brown eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: He is erratic and paranoid. He believes gnolls are coming to abduct people. He passes on several rewards to people in need. He makes a point to leave places better than he found them.

History: Born in a small village he learned the ways of the warrior from his mother. 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. Recently a tribe of gnolls attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Cory fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: Many gnolls want him driven away.

Ideals: Philantrophist, Fighting. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Enemies. Occupation: Armorer

Voice: Old Prospector

Possessions: 2100 sp. 1 Half-Plate. 1 Chain shirt.

Description: He prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for his hunting needs. He carries with him a set of tridents, each one with a sapphire on the hilt. He only wears one on his belt and the other on his back. His hair is chestnut and curly. 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 hates goblins. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. He is a ruthless business man, a trait he acquired from his father.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. He took after his father in leading caravans. Because they were valued, his father taught him to defend himself. When his father died while fighting goblins, the young Diggory began to lead the lost caravan. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: Someone believes him a fraud; and he has a rivalry with the church that dominates his actions

Ideals: Fighting, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Rich, Enemies, Religious. Occupation: Interpreter

Voice: Uses lots of figures of speech

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: He wears a black cloak and cross-gartered blue stockings. His hair is blonde and curly. He is missing an eye and his face is severely sunburned. His one remaining eye shines hazel.

Personality: He can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. 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: He grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. He was one of the best in his class, and was picked up by his current employer. He quickly showed his capability and was soon promoted to a head role. He has achieved small success as a Sailor.

Motivation: He'd like to take his coworkers down a peg.

Ideals: Gifted, Logical. Flaws: Ugly, Mundane. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Sailor

Voice: growls and snarls, animalistic

Possessions: 400 sp.

Description: A man with a warm, jovial air about him, he wears pastel painted combat armor at almost all times. His chestnut hair is cut jaggedly and amateurishly. This gray eyed northerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: He is almost excessively polite to everyone, even when angry. He does suffer from mild PTSD, and the sight of gnolls may trigger it at times.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious northern family, he was no stranger to responsibility. A freak accident while working with his Cook father left him crippled. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to gnolls demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: He wants revenge against gnolls; and he is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs

Flaws: Shy, Disease. Bonds: Enemies, Religious. Occupation: Beggar

Voice: Smooth and feminine

Possessions: 600 gp. A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (10 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (500 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Relatively heavier built than your average man, he is not imposing. He wears bulky black painted plate armor. His moppish white hair is in a traditional bowl cut. His eyes are likewise blue. His teeth are white and perfect.

Personality: He is envious of other's things. He hoards treasure, art, food, wine, and anything that he so desires. He is a great chef.

History: He was raised in a white middle class family as the only child. Brilliant and gifted he never wanted to apply himself. He has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: To end his boredom; and he seems to be bored by most things

Ideals: Gifted, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Greedy, Mundane. Bonds: Attractive. Occupation: Knight

Voice: Jamaican accent

Possessions: 300 gp.