Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he has a large brown mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into his black robe. His chestnut hair is thinning but still full. His half smiles and brown eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: He likes to fabricate stories about his past exploits and how crazy he is, but in actuality he is rather bland. A true patriot, Manfred would do anything for his country. He is fiercely protective of his fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: Heir to a fortune, his parents put a great deal of effort into curing his disease. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. He hopes to save up enough money to one day pay a cleric to cure him.

Motivation: To find somewhere to settle down; and he is greedy

Flaws: Mundane, Disease. Bonds: Attractive, Military, Rich. Occupation: Interpreter

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: 800 gp. 4 Smokesticks.

Description: A man with a calm yet intense air about him, he wears a black coat over a yellow low-cut shirt, and a broad hat upon his head. He is bald on top and has large auburn tufts of hair around his ears. His hazel unseeing eyes seem to look past you.

Personality: He speaks before he thinks and is too direct. He is obsessed with his god.

History: Born in the north to a Brewer, Jocelyn learned a great deal about his father's area of expertise. Cursed with vampirism at a very young age, Jocelyn has worked very hard to control his curse. He became a Brewer soon after.

Motivation: Expand his business; and he is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs

Flaws: Ugly, Disease, Impulsive. Bonds: Religious, Job. Occupation: Brewer

Voice: Excited and jittery

Possessions: 3000 sp. Silver pearl (160 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is a small man, but exceptionally fit. He is typically in his Merchant uniform. His red hair is smooth and relatively long. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. He is underhanded and not above using his wealth and body to get others to do his bidding.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. 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 tends to his Merchant job now, and dutifully fulfills any obligations he has.

Motivation: He'd like to take his coworkers down a peg; and expand his business

Ideals: Athletic, Gifted. Bonds: Job, Attractive, Mentor. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Irish accent

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: This exceptionally lanky man is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down. His hair is cut close to his head. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: A rambunctious noisy drunk he knows how to make people feel guilty. He is cautious and jumpy. He reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

History: Born in the south to a Barkeep, Don learned a great deal about his mother's area of expertise. A gifted student he started as a Bather, but he got bored and became a Barkeep. He is searching for what he claims is his rightful reward.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark.

Flaws: Depressed, Fearful. Bonds: Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Barkeep

Voice: Whispers

Possessions: 600 gp. Peridot (30 gp).

Description: He is a small man, but exceptionally fit. He likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. His auburn hair is smooth and relatively long. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: He acts crazy and hedonistic. The war was a terrible time for him, and Lance does not often speak of it. When he does, he does so with a strained expression and tears in his eyes.

History: Lance lived on a farm with his father, near the main road leading to a nearby town. His father was a soldier and died while he was still young. Lance was left his father's suit of armor and trained in its use and care. When his spouse passed he lost his only source of income but claims to his sons to still be retired.

Motivation: To unite with his brother.

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Hedonist, Depressed. Bonds: Military, Family. Occupation: Beggar

Voice: Irish accent

Possessions: 900 gp. A life-sized copper and silver statuette of a cockatrice. (20 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (2000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.