Description: He is an average looking southern male in his early mid-life. He is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. Sporting a red mohawk and bushy mustache this man's hair draws a lot of attention. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are hazel.

Personality: He is quiet and anti-social and can barely make it a few minutes in conversation before his hampering stammer kicks in. 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 is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. He moved from fad to fad and when he turned 15 he discovered singing. 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 currently in port desperately looking for someone to get him out; and money/treasure

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: In love, Rich, Slave. Occupation: Barber

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 200 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. He is physically well-built. His hair, while still mostly white, has prominent grey streaks. His eyes are violet and catlike.

Personality: He misses his glory days as an athlete. He does not mind his job, but it is boring in comparison. He is afraid of women and trembles around them

History: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. Aside from being a slave or a gladiator, there isn't much legitimate work for Humans in Theodoric's homeland. Theodoric decided to take the middle way and become a bodyguard. He remains aloof and afraid to be himself due to all the ideals others have placed upon him.

Motivation: He is content; and to find somewhere to settle down

Ideals: Fighting, Athletic. Flaws: Shy, Ugly, Mundane. Bonds: Immigrant. Occupation: Knight

Voice: Speaks with back of mouth

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: He appears as an extremely gaunt Human, and stands approximately 5'11". He is wearing a long, pastel, dusty cloak, and his gloved hand is found clutching a nunchaku. With a patchy white beard and wild white hair. His eyes are likewise violet. His teeth are yellowed and unaligned.

Personality: Abrasive and pushy, he has a hard time making friends. He is lazy, self-centered, vain, and jealous.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: To protect his home; and he desires power and/or immortality

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Selfish. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer, Guardian. Occupation: Healer

Voice: Scottish accent

Possessions: 300 gp. Rose (20 gp).

Description: This light-skinned male dresses like a well dressed Mason does. He is tall, broad shouldered and powerfully built. He wears a colorful flower in his red hair. He is very pretty but has cold, dead eyes.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. 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: Roland hails from a village terrorized by giants. A gifted student he started as a Architect, but he got bored and became a Mason. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to giants demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: He uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs; and he has money and likes to spend it

Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Job, Attractive, Rich, Enemies. Occupation: Mason

Voice: Old thin voice

Possessions: 300 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He wears silk and lounges about seductively. His chestnut hair is lengthy and is close to two feet long. His eyes are likewise gray.

Personality: He is curt in most of his responses. He prefers to keep his word usage to a minimum to avoid giving away unnecessary information. He will do just about anything if he becomes convinced it is for someone's true love, of this he is easily convinced.

History: Trained by his father for as long as he can remember he had it drilled in his head that it was his duty to serve his country. He graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. He advanced relatively quickly due to his good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. He has gone from town to town working and never settling down anywhere, but has fallen for a local Map Maker. He hasn't told them the truth, but wants to settle down with them.

Motivation: To settle down with his crush; and wants a kiss

Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Has a crush, Military. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Aggressive tone

Possessions: 100 gp. Sard (20 gp). Alexandrite (400 gp). Rhodochrosite (15 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.