Description: His left side is far more bruised and cut up than his other. He likes to wear yellow tank tops with black pants. His red hair is long and unkept. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: He considers himself the perfect gentleman. He makes a point to always show proper etiquette and frequently critiques the etiquette of others. As long as the job gets done he does not care how it got done.

History: Ralf lived on a farm with his father, near the main road leading to a nearby town. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). When his spouse passed he lost his only source of income but claims to his sons to still be retired.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Impeccable, Professionalism. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Family, Adventurer. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Smoker's lung

Possessions: 400 gp. 1 Darkwood Buckler. 1 Half-Plate. 1 Chain shirt.

Description: He wears just a pastel suit, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 6'1" when asserting himself. He has done his best to style his black hair to look like a famous performer. His amber eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: He considers himself a man of culture and sophistication. He likes a good challenge to his wits. He will pursue extreme courses of action in the short term, confident that they cannot fail.

History: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. His mother had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: Retire the richest man in the east; and he is greedy

Ideals: Impeccable, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Impulsive, Ugly. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Baker

Voice: Dutch accent

Possessions: 200 gp. 1 Half-Plate. 1 Masterwork Heavy wooden shield. 1 Chain shirt.

Description: This slender man stands about 5'7". He wears brown trousers with white and black striped suspenders. He wears various colorful collared shirts. His red hair is well kept and his bushy mustache is tapered upwards at the ends. He has a dull look in his gray eyes.

Personality: He takes his job very seriously, in part because he fears he cannot get a new one. He is however nostalgic and wants to reunite with his old comrades. He has some compunction and patriotism and will work for the government before all other clients.

History: Theodoric was born the youngest of three triplets. He made a point of taking high paying jobs and getting most of it up front. Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: He desires power and/or immortality; and wants to open a new tavern

Bonds: Job, Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Adds syll-ab-les for em-pha-sis

Possessions: 800 gp. Rose (80 gp). Zircon (80 gp). Rose (80 gp). Jet (80 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This slender man stands about 5'5". He is dressed in an above average manner. His white hair is lengthy and is close to two feet long. He was beautiful and young once, which still shows through his age, but it is a faded beauty.

Personality: He shows great sympathy to all travelers. He's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. He lacks restraint and is impulsive. He jumps in and acts without thinking all too often.

History: He was born into a rich family. Being born in the south, 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 south 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 west. Due to his spouse's obsession with being a Spice Merchant they were divorced and he won custody of their son. He worked as a Soapmaker, and he later adopted a second son.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it.

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Family. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Uses sign language

Possessions: 6000 sp. Tourmaline (90 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he sports green clothing, slightly heavier than average wear. His brown hair is lengthy. His green eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: He thrives on attention. He does whatever is in his power to gain the attention of whomever he deems a fit date. A true patriot, Alex would do anything for his country. He is fiercely protective of his fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. His mother was a soldier and died while he was still young. Alex was left his mother's suit of armor and trained in its use and care. He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: He loathes his own lifestyle; and he feels kind of lost in life

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Depressed. Bonds: Attractive, Military, Adventurer. Occupation: Laborer

Voice: Pronounces O like U

Possessions: 900 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.