Description: He is of a modest build and height, but he carries himself more imposing than he is. He is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright brown and grey, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. He wears his hair in dreadlocks. His face is scarred and worn.

Personality: He likes to fabricate stories about his past exploits and how crazy he is, but in actuality he is rather bland. The war was a terrible time for him, and Shane does not often speak of it. When he does, he does so with a strained expression and tears in his eyes.

History: Shane hails from a village terrorized by dire rats. In his 15th year, his parents were killed by a dire rats raid, leaving Shane alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, he was adopted. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to dire rats demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: Several ex partners dislike his way of doing things and want revenge; and many dire rats want him driven away

Flaws: Ugly, Mundane, Depressed. Bonds: Rich, Military, Enemies. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Thin and wheezing

Possessions: 100 gp. Onyx (20 gp). Rhodochrosite (5 gp). Rock crystal (20 gp). Fire opal (1600 gp).

Description: A pudgy man standing about 6'2" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He wears loose pants and a collared shirt complete with sweater beneath his coat. His black hair is cut jaggedly and amateurishly. His violet eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: Prone to second guessing himself, he comes off as nervous. He is accommodating to his spouse and as such limits his hospitality. He is brave and levelheaded in the face of danger and has proven himself a capable leader.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. His mother had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. After a long history of fighting, Don and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: To prove his worth to the world; and money/treasure

Flaws: Shy, Antagonistic, Impulsive. Bonds: In love, Rich. Occupation: Server

Voice: Hollow voice

Possessions: 300 gp. Obsidian (13 gp). Jet (100 gp).

Description: The dark-skinned man stands 5'5" and wears a grey cloak and cross-gartered black stockings. His hair is auburn and very short. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his green eyes.

Personality: He snorts whenever he laughs or is feeling confident. A friendly and beautiful Human, he is rarely seen without a few beauties around his arms. Though a playboy in all rights, he is no lame duck.

History: Theobald was born to in a poor docking district. He spent his early days working in the same smith shop his mother was employed at, doing general labor. 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 became a Armorer soon after.

Motivation: Wants a kiss; and sabotage a competitor

Bonds: Attractive, Poor, Job, Has a crush. Occupation: Armorer

Voice: Scandinavian accent

Possessions: 50 pp. Tiger eye turquoise (5 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (800 gp). Amber (50 gp). Eye agate (5 gp).

Description: With tan face paint in a stripe pattern across his face, he wears skinny pants and wears a blue and brown robe with the hood down. His red hair is kept up in a ponytail inside a wide-brimmed hat. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: Deceptive and manipulative this western guy figured out how to best use his charms to convince people to do what he wants. Animals are drawn to him, and he is able to talk to them.

History: Dustin was born to in a poor docking district. He spent his early days working in the same smith shop his mother was employed at, doing general labor. He always admired arcane-users and wanted to develop the talent, but never had the affinity for it. He's since become an addict/alcoholic.

Motivation: He's attracted to the PC; and he has a crush on the local sailor

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Attractive, Poor, Has a crush. Occupation: Spy

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: 200 gp. 1 Chain shirt. 1 Darkwood Buckler. 1 Half-Plate.

Description: This malnourished man is generally shirtless and showing off his tattooed chest. His hair is long and brown with streaks of red, and is pulled back with small blue clips. His beard is red, braided, and well cared for. He has gleaming, smiling brown eyes.

Personality: He loves telling others what to do and how they should feel about things. He keeps company with all sorts of races to see how they think and challenge minds foreign to his own.

History: He was born in a small forest village. He found a children's book about a Human Fighter who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. He modeled his life after the story, seeing himself destined a hero. When he grew older, he became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. He began work as a mercenary for hire. He would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: Doesn't want to be a Map Maker and was forced into it by his family; and wants to raise his children well

Ideals: Opinionated, Gifted. Bonds: Poor, Nature, Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Map Maker

Voice: French accent

Possessions: 100 gp.