Description: He is a paragon of his species. He is larger and stronger than most Humans. His skin is dark but he possesses many brown ritualistic tattoos. He wears light armors faded through time and improper care. He has shaved his head bald. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: A grumpy guy he will invite people to lunch so he can critique them. Yet he still seems generally likeable, like a lovable grump. 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: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Ralf was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. Through the years after Ralf was born, his mother became increasingly distant from his family, instead choosing to pursue power in the west. Ralf's mother didn't care for him much, and the feeling was mutual. He routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and to find somewhere to settle down

Ideals: Philantrophist, Logical. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Mentor. Occupation: Mortician

Voice: Speaks with back of mouth

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: A man with a calm yet intense air about him, he has a large yellow mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into his green robe. His golden hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are amber.

Personality: He has two modes he varies between. On the job he is cold, steely and emotionless. Off the job he is a party animal. He is vehemently anti-magic. All of it is evil and corrupting in his opinion.

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Ernest was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. His childhood dream was to be a Butcher, but he was a colossal failure. He got away from his former life and has fallen to alcoholism.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of his sister; and his spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion

Ideals: Opinionated. Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Job, Mentor, Family. Occupation: Mayor

Voice: Hollow voice

Possessions: 1000 sp.

Description: A hulking man with gigantic muscles, he wears an old set of leather armor, nicked and torn by the ravages of time and battle. He wears his black hair up. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He is unhospitable to his core. His small house has "No trespassing" Signs all over it. He does not regard money as being a problem because it has never been a problem for him. He lives in a bit of an ivory tower believing all problems are one quick intervention away from being solved.

History: He was raised by priests from a young age. He inherited a moderately successful company from his father. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: He has a rivalry with the Church that dominates his actions; and money/treasure

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Religious, Mentor. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: 300 gp.

Description: He wears a black vest with golden trim over his white shirt. His white leather gloves and pants are well-kept, and his black boots flare out at the collars. His attire stands in sharp contrast to his shortbow, which is beautifully polished and possesses an ornate carving of a cross on it. He wears his hair in dreadlocks. His ears are large.

Personality: He hates Humans with a passion. As such he is filled with self loathing. His actions favor neither the good nor the evil, as he answers to a power that mortal men fail to acknowledge.

History: His history is one of pain. He was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves his parents kept. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Merchant work with an outfit from a few towns over. Merchant work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He now owns his own business.

Motivation: Balancing his hectic life and new Merchant responsibilities is difficult.

Flaws: Ugly, Racist. Bonds: Religious, Slave, Job. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Pronounces difficult words wrong

Possessions: 700 gp.

Description: This slender man stands about 6'0". He wears a fancy tan suit. His blonde hair, when down, is lengthy. 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 has always had a great fascination with Human culture. Odo enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for his love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: He was a bastard born out of an affair, and his father always resented and mistreated him for it out of spite. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). He hasn't been sleeping well lately.

Motivation: A strong sense of loyalty to Human people; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Flaws: Insomniac, Racist, Hedonist, Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Scottish accent

Possessions: 6000 sp. 1 Minor magic item.