Description: A man with thick toned arms and a paunchy gut. He likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. He wears his white hair down. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. A true patriot, Bertram would do anything for his country. He is fiercely protective of his fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: A studious child he never was much for a social life, not because he was unlikable, but because he did not seek it out. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). He has drifted apart from his friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature pickaxe.

Motivation: To reunite with his old friends; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Athletic, Optimist, Gifted. Bonds: Military, Adventurer. Occupation: Bellfounder

Voice: Shortens vowels

Possessions: 1000 sp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: A man with a friendly, welcoming air about him, he wears a yellow wide-brimmed hat and yellow clothes. His hair is short and white. He tend to wears goggles to shield his eyes.

Personality: He is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as he rather likes the sound of his voice. His demeanor is somewhat feminine. He keeps company with all sorts of races to see how they think and challenge minds foreign to his own.

History: He was born several months after his mother was called into army service. He always admired arcane-users and wanted to develop the talent, but never had the affinity for it. He has achieved small success as a Courier.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor; and he has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Optimist, Gifted. Bonds: Military, Job, Rich. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Dutch accent

Possessions: 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: He is wearing dark clothing and a heavy breastplate, keeping many of his physical features obscured. His hair is auburn and curly. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his hazel eyes.

Personality: He is envious of other's things. He hoards treasure, art, food, wine, and anything that he so desires. A fanatic, his devotion to his small selection of gods is unquestionable. He claims to be doing their will and will base all his actions on whether or not they would be pleasing to the gods.

History: He served in the navy to pay for his family's outstanding loans. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and he desires power and/or immortality

Flaws: Greedy. Bonds: Attractive, Religious, Military, Adventurer. Occupation: Fortune-teller

Voice: Nasally tone

Possessions: 1 Banded mail. 1 Half-Plate. 1 Chain shirt.

Description: He is a paragon of his species. He is larger and stronger than most Humans. His skin is dark but he possesses many brown ritualistic tattoos. He prefers to wear flannel. His auburn hair is long and unkept. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: Kyle wants to be seen as a stoic, levelheaded, noble Warrior, so he tries to act the part. He does a good job, for the most part... He believes the world needs to unite to get rid of giants once and for all.

History: Born to a Soapmaker, his mother struggled to pay the bills. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to giants demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: Someone believes him a fraud; and a deep hatred of giants

Ideals: Disciplined. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Enemies, Poor. Occupation: Brewer

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: 200 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This petite short man is perpetually holding a chocolate of some kind. He wears very tight pants and wife beaters, though occasionally he sports a grey coat, marred by chocolates. His red hair is lengthy and is close to two feet long. His brown eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: In the realm of puns, he cannot help himself. He feels obliged to make them. He cannot deal with unfamiliar people for more than a few minutes at a time and if they persist he will grow angry at them.

History: He was born on a small isolated farm. His parents were killed by goblins in a raid when he was still a young child. The goblins captured him, and made him a slave and general play-thing. He was beaten and tortured regularly, leading to his deformed appearance. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He wants revenge against goblins; and many goblins want him driven away

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Nature, Enemies. Occupation: Seamstress

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 3000 sp. 1 Minor magic item.