Description: A 6'2" eastern man, he is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. He is bald on top and has large white tufts of hair around his ears. He has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. He wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: He dislikes all the random violence that takes place in the east. He is skeptical of what others tell him and is slow to trust.

History: Aldous was born into a poor family. Growing up, he dreamt of becoming a Fighter, to bring honor to his family’s name. When he came of age, he applied for a position with his town's local guard, looking to work his way up via merit and eventually become a Fighter in service of a powerful lord somewhere. From there he went from mercenary job to mercenary job. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Obtaining odd cultural Human artifacts is his passion; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Fighting, Pacifist. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Guard

Voice: Spits words with contempt

Possessions: 5000 sp. Tiger eye turquoise (9 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He wears green robes with leather pauldrons. Though occasionally he wears more armor. He prefers to carry a nunchaku, but if one is not available he will default to his hand crossbow. He has a small bristly mustache and wavy chestnut hair. His fair skin shows little sign of his aristocratic breeding.

Personality: He is quite rude, and likes to deride his opponents skill and shout insults at them. His home and work are filled with various knick knacks he has acquired through the years. He cares a great deal for his adopted teenage son.

History: He was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. His parents divorced when he was young, and his father gained full cudstody. He was regularly beaten by his father, who blamed him for driving them apart. When his spouse passed he lost his only source of income but claims to his sons to still be retired.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and to reunite with his absent father

Flaws: Antagonistic, Disease. Bonds: Attractive, Family. Occupation: Doctor

Voice: Speaks fast with a slight lisp

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: An older man who is perpetually draped in fineries, but all of this concealed by his earthly robes., he is not a threatening figure. He wears a top hat to cover his moderate length white hair. His hazel unseeing eyes seem to look past you.

Personality: He is calm most of the time but flees social interaction. He is submissive, is generally bored by everything, but will take part in whatever people ask of him. He is by nature obliging.

History: He was raised by priests from a young age. He couldn't stand his childhood mentor and eventually formed a pact with his mentor's previously failed apprentice to rebel. When their plan failed the mentor lashed out against both of them and fled. He remains aloof and afraid to be himself due to all the ideals others have placed upon him.

Motivation: His religion dominates his actions; and he is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs

Flaws: Disease, Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Religious, Mentor. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Adds syll-ab-les for em-pha-sis

Possessions: 400 gp. Blue quartz (10 gp). 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: A man with a warm, jovial air about him, he is armored in gleaming platemail with gilded edges. A flowing black cape and mantle trimmed with soft brown waves gently in the breeze. His blonde hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. His gray eyes peer out from beneath his small black hat.

Personality: He is witty, but his monotone delivery comes off as unnerving He dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. His biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: His parents moved while he was still in utero so he is the first generation to be born here. He was an apprentice working in his mother's forge. He then took over the family business and is one of the better Healer for hire.

Motivation: Expand his business; and money/treasure

Ideals: Joker, Logical. Bonds: Rich, Immigrant, Job. Occupation: Healer

Voice: French accent

Possessions: 4000 sp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Relatively heavier built than your average man, he is not imposing. He does not wear sleeves and tends to eschew shirts when he can avoid it. His hair is long and silver with streaks of auburn, and is pulled back with small white clips. His beard is auburn, braided, and well cared for. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are amber.

Personality: He fancies himself a trickster and likes to rely on his wits to carry the day. He cares for his older siblings and likes to be recognized by them. He is underhanded and not above using his wealth and body to get others to do his bidding.

History: He was born into a rich family. A serious injury left his father unemployed and in need of constant care. His family became saddled with debt trying to care for his infirm father. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: Wants to raise his children well; and to be a tailor again

Bonds: Family, Attractive, Rich, Debt, Job. Occupation: Laborer

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 100 gp.