Description: A middle-aged man, he prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for his hunting needs, and is pretty ugly. His white hair is cut short with large spiked bangs in the front. His eyes are hazel and he is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: The man has a huge range of feeling. He will range from being happy and joking with the occasional self put down to crying stating how he will be a better person from this day on. He pushes his goals aggressively. He is also a coward if confronted.

History: His arcane talent manifested at a young age. Aiming to upstage a rival house, his parents had him trained. Ralf liked to wander the woods near his home when he was young, something he still likes to do at least once a week. He never liked modest clothing or shoes, so he would wander the woods barefoot and lightly dressed, and he developed a good sense of balance and learned how to climb and swim well. 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: He is terrified, and will act out of fear; and he has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Emotional, Fearful. Bonds: Rich, Nature. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Smooth and feminine

Possessions: 100 gp.

Description: He tends to wear a large blue jacket. His hair is red, silky, and of moderate length. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: Conrad wants to be seen as a stoic, levelheaded, noble Barbarian, so he tries to act the part. He does a good job, for the most part... He is a logical person and will generally grow upset if things defy logic and science.

History: Sold as a small child to a brothel owner, Conrad was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). 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: Marry his sister to traveling adventurers; and his relatives are trying to arrange a marriage

Ideals: Disciplined, Logical. Bonds: Attractive, Mentor, Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Fletcher

Voice: Whispers

Possessions: 300 gp.

Description: 5'2" and lanky with angular features, he is an attractive figure. He is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down. His blonde hair is lengthy. His skin is flawless and his violet eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: Soft-spoken and well mannered, he has an amazing amount of patience and a slow boiling temper. 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: Hugh was born with his mother's beautiful face. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. He has dedicated himself to building a better trade route.

Motivation: He is greedy; and to reunite with his old friends

Ideals: Disciplined. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer, Rich. Occupation: Mortician

Voice: Mousy voice

Possessions: 400 gp. Onyx (50 gp).

Description: A man with a warm, jovial air about him, he is dressed in an above average manner. He has wavy white hair. He has several tiny topaz earrings on each ear.

Personality: Prone to second guessing himself, he comes off as nervous. He invented a lineage for himself and claims to be descended from several legendary heroes.

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Dean was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. His mother had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: To reunite with his old friends.

Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Adventurer, Mentor. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Thin and wheezing

Possessions: 6000 sp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is a small man, but exceptionally fit. He wears a simple black robe with grey stripes complete with hood. His long black hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. His eyes are blue.

Personality: He believes there is no problem he cannot solve with sufficient elbow grease and persistence, if it is the best or most economic solution matters not. He works hard and plays hard.

History: The child of northern immigrants he idolized his father. He dropped out of school before completing his studies. He routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often.

Ideals: Athletic, Persistence, Logical. Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Immigrant. Occupation: Butcher

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: Just what you see.