Description: He appears as an extremely gaunt Human, and stands approximately 5'7". He likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather, and his gloved hand is found clutching a sword. His long red hair reaches down to his waist. His eyes are gray and catlike.

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 is a great chef.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. His parents enrolled him in a Aristocrat school at a young age so that he could practice his arcane talents. He routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world.

Ideals: Gifted, Logical. Flaws: Shy, Disease. Occupation: Sage

Voice: Dutch accent

Possessions: 20 pp.

Description: He has a missing right arm. He dresses well, wearing green shirts, loose pants, and blazers most of the time. His silver hair is drawn into a tight pony tail with a card scrunchie. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: He is irascible and easily irritated. He is fiercely devoted to his mother, and views his mother's ex-spouse as an evil person for separating him from his legal half-brother.

History: He was born at the edge of vast plains. His first spouse was a Merchant, they had one son, but his spouse won total custody. Without his spouse to temper him he grew out of control. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: An old rival family wants him found; and marry his brother to traveling adventurers

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Family, Nature. Occupation: Carpenter

Voice: High pitched, excited

Possessions: 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: A man with a cold, calculating air about him, he dresses like a well dressed Bowyer does. His brown hair is lengthy. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: He is a jovial happy person, but he is convinced people are living their lives too quickly. Despite his manner, he is extremely passionate and proud of his job, and he prides himself in being thorough and never missing a detail.

History: Sold as a small child to a brothel owner, Gerald was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. Brilliant and gifted he never wanted to apply himself. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: He has a rivalry with the Church that dominates his actions; and he is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs

Ideals: Optimist, Gifted. Bonds: Job, Mentor, Religious. Occupation: Bowyer

Voice: Hard of hearing, loud

Possessions: Old masterpiece painting (900 gp).

Description: Wearing a closed helm and plate, one would not know what he was had he not made sure his armor was more form fitting than normal. Outside of the suit he prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for his hunting needs. He has a small bristly mustache and wavy golden hair. His blue eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: He goes out his way to put a smile on everyone's face. There's no-one he won't accept into his heart. A true patriot, Gunter would do anything for his country. He is fiercely protective of his fellow citizens and foreign allies.

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. 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 money and likes to spend it; and to get a good night's sleep

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Disease, Insomniac. Bonds: Rich, Military. Occupation: Junk Dealer

Voice: Prounounces S like Z

Possessions: 300 gp. 1 Half-Plate. 1 Masterwork studded leather.

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. He wears a custom-built plate barding that's adorned with black lining and desert motifs. His brown hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. His face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. His spectacle hidden eyes are a deep hazel.

Personality: He will use flattery and sarcasm to attack and weaken his opponents. Despite his formidable combat skills he remains a coward. He has all his life been fascinated with painting.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his mother and father. His mother taught him the rudiments of the Seamstress arts, while his father instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). Recently a tribe of gnolls attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Jocelyn fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: To reunite with his old friends.

Ideals: Fighting, Artistic. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Seamstress

Voice: Smooth and feminine

Possessions: 900 gp. Obsidian (11 gp). Chrysoberyl (160 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.