Description: A stocky lighter skinned man, he is generally well dressed albeit a few years behind the times. He wears a deerstalker hat to hide his balding. His eyes are a pleasant hazel.

Personality: He is quite rude, and likes to deride his opponents skill and shout insults at them. Bernard enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for his love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: He was born with several neurological imbalances, which makes sleep difficult for him. It may also be what makes him so good at details. A freak accident while working with his Bricklayer mother left him crippled. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep; and he's repulsed by the pc

Flaws: Antagonistic, Hedonist, Disease, Insomniac. Bonds: Attractive. Occupation: Performer

Voice: Prounounces S like Z

Possessions: 400 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is a paragon of his species. He is larger and stronger than most Humans. His skin is dark but he possesses many tan ritualistic tattoos. He wears dull brown sweaters, loose tan pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath his sweater he keeps a concealed hand crossbow, just in case. His red hair has been sun bleached extensively. He tend to wears goggles to shield his eyes.

Personality: He is irascible and easily irritated. He has all his life been fascinated with writing.

History: He was born into a rich family. 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: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Artistic, Logical. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Thin and wheezing

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

Description: A man with a warm, jovial air about him, he very much looks the part of a Apothecary. His hair is long and white with streaks of golden, and is pulled back with small tan clips. His beard is golden, braided, and well cared for. His violet eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. He has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: He likes to brag about his accomplishments and constantly tries to beat others to the punch. He tends to be very friendly, and is drawn to music, the smells of food and wine, and out-door festivals.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He now owns his own business.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor; and to be a glassblower again

Ideals: Passionate, Optimist. Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Job, Rich. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Thin and wheezing

Possessions: Silver pearl (160 gp). Banded agate (14 gp). Rhodochrosite (14 gp). Silver pearl (160 gp). Moss agate (14 gp). Chrysoprase (80 gp).

Description: He is in excellent shape and wears a tan cloak and cross-gartered blue stockings. His white hair is long and unkept. He is missing an eye and his face is severely sunburned. His one remaining eye shines gray.

Personality: He likes to be helpful to his clients. He likes to prescribe proper advice to his clients. He loves his children and doesn't want them to worry about him. He loves to share his painting with anyone who is interested.

History: Born in the west to a Bookbinder, Gerald learned a great deal about his mother's area of expertise. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Bookbinder work with an outfit from a few towns over. Bookbinder work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: To unite with his brother; and doesn't want to be a bookbinder and was forced into it by his family

Ideals: Athletic, Artistic. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job, Family. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Excited and jittery

Possessions: 70 pp.

Description: He wears clothing that is held on in multiple layers but all of it is in poor condition. He cuts an attractive figure and his suit of old armor is well cared for even if it is obsolete. His long blonde hair reaches down to his waist. His eyes are a pleasant blue.

Personality: He likes to make people angry or surprised. He is afraid of women and trembles around them

History: Born in the west his family was never financially stable. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: Obtaining odd cultural Human artifacts is his passion.

Flaws: Antagonistic, Shy. Bonds: Poor, Attractive. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Hissing voice

Possessions: 200 gp.