Description: With pastel face paint in a stripe pattern across his face, he is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. His moppish silver hair is in a traditional bowl cut. His eyes are likewise hazel. His teeth are yellowed and unaligned.

Personality: He is very quiet and rarely speaks above a whisper. He has a cruel streak; something he gained from his previous mentor. He harbors resentment against his former mentor.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Theodoric grew up listening to his father's many stories. 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: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and he wants to meet his childhood hero

Flaws: Ugly, Shy, Antagonistic. Bonds: Mentor, Adventurer. Occupation: Barber

Voice: Spits words with contempt

Possessions: 700 gp. Old masterpiece painting (700 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1600 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (300 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (700 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A man with a warm, jovial air about him, he wears a blue costume with the symbols of magic on his torso. Sporting a silver mohawk and bushy mustache this man's hair draws a lot of attention. His blue eyes are passionate and lively.

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 cautious and jumpy. He reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

History: A powerful slaver made him what he is. In his 17th year, while out on a day-trip, he returned to find his hometown burning and destroyed. He found his mother impaled in their home, and his father beheaded. He saw the man who walked out, and charged him in a blind rage. The man easily evaded and defeated him, leaving him to live broken and terrified. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: To end his boredom; and to find somewhere to settle down

Flaws: Shy, Fearful, Antagonistic, Mundane. Bonds: Mentor. Occupation: Stylist

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 300 gp.

Description: He is in excellent shape and wears an entirely red suit with yellow socks and a vest with buckled shoes. His chestnut hair, when down, is lengthy. His eyes are blue and beady.

Personality: He cares much about the opinion of others, both in good and in bad: when keeping in line with his opinion, he thinks highly of the other person, but when opinions clash, he can get violently argumentative. He is a ruthless business man, a trait he acquired from his father.

History: He comes from a rich eastern family. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. 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: Money/treasure.

Ideals: Athletic, Opinionated, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Mayor

Voice: French accent

Possessions: 1000 gp. Bloodstone (30 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: His left side is far more bruised and cut up than his other. He wears a tan costume with the symbols of magic on his torso. He has a very tight haircut. His eyes are hazel and catlike.

Personality: He resents people who mock his appearance or him, so he has learned to be the meanest son of a gun. He plays an instrument quite well.

History: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. He always admired psionic-users and wanted to develop the talent, but never had the affinity for it. He now spends his time doing works of charity.

Motivation: Human compassion; and a strong sense of loyalty to human people

Ideals: Artistic, Gifted, Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly, Racist. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Soothing and warm

Possessions: 2000 sp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he wears a fine chain shirt which he covers with black colored cloaks and clothing. His blonde hair is braided into rings. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: He dislikes all the random violence that takes place in the north. He is a ruthless business man, a trait he acquired from his father.

History: He was born into a rich family. He went to a religious school and was inspired by the priests there in charitable deeds. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor; and he'd like to take his coworkers down a peg

Ideals: Pacifist, Entrepeneur. Bonds: Rich, Religious, Job. Occupation: Servant

Voice: Scratchy, weak

Possessions: 600 gp. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.