Description: He is an attractive man, lean and moderately muscular. He dresses in black turtlenecks beneath a red coat with black slacks. His hair is always cut to a buzz. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: He swings through moods quickly. One moment he is cool and collected, the next he is carried away by passions. He constantly seizes attention wherever he goes and has come to expect this respect from everyone. He likes to think of himself as merciful, but nonetheless is very strict.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. He inherited a moderately successful company from his mother. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. 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; and he feels the way he acts is they only way to get by in the world

Ideals: Passionate, Impeccable. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Attractive, Rich. Occupation: Barrister

Voice: Uses sign language

Possessions: 900 gp. Freshwater pearl (4 gp). Rich purple corundum (1300 gp). Deep blue spinel (1400 gp). Violet garnet (1400 gp).

Description: This slender man stands about 6'4". He prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for his hunting needs. He has a very tight haircut. His violet eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: He shows great sympathy to all travelers. He's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. He works hard and plays hard.

History: He got into the Carter business at a young age. His mother disappeared, and while he tried to raise money to find his mother, he was betrayed dozens of times. 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: He has a crush on the local Junk Dealer; and wants to raise his children well

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Rich, Job, Family, Has a crush. Occupation: Carter

Voice: Spits and sputters

Possessions: 500 gp. 2 Thunderstones.

Description: He wears a blue vest and prefers brown and tan shirts. His boots appear to have been at one point steel toed but are quite worn down. He is portly but not overly obese. His brown hair, when down, is lengthy. His eyes are violet and beady.

Personality: He will rave to anyone who will listen. He is a bit of a macho man and will challenge people to random contests of strength and skill, and invite them to random hunting and fishing trip.

History: Patrick was born in the north. At a young age he loved to build and create. There was a wharf not far from home where he often wandered off to fish. One night he noticed a nearby shooting star which he hiked out to see where it landed. It turned out to be an ancient artifact of some kind. He has done his darndest to repair it but it is currently non-functional.

Motivation: He is not mentally stable, and does not behave rationally; and to fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever

Ideals: Fighting, Persistence. Flaws: Ugly, Insane. Bonds: Nature. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: pre-pubescent

Possessions: Sapphire pendant on gold chain (500 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is in excellent shape and tends to wear a large green jacket. His long blonde hair reaches down to his waist. He has a tattooed face.

Personality: While he acts the brute, he is far gentler than he would appear. He loves being with his children and actually smiles when they are around. He would do anything for them. He dislikes his ex a great deal.

History: Sold as a small child to a slaver, Clerebold was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). He has dedicated himself to building a better trade route.

Motivation: He is wracked by social anxiety; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Athletic, Fighting. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Family, Mentor, Adventurer. Occupation: Baker

Voice: Loud with bravado

Possessions: 300 gp. Aquamarine (900 gp). Iolite (80 gp). Black pearl (900 gp). 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: He is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. He has a slight overbite and is overall scrawny. His blonde hair is cut short. He has gray eyes.

Personality: He is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as he rather likes the sound of his voice. His demeanor is somewhat feminine. On top of that he is swayed by a pretty face, and while loyalty to his employer will always come first he doesn't like to hit women.

History: Born in the north his family was never financially stable. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Sculptor hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. He has dedicated himself to building a better world.

Motivation: To reunite with his old friends; and he is not mentally stable, and does not behave rationally

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Has a crush, Adventurer, Poor. Occupation: Sculptor

Voice: Shortens vowels

Possessions: 800 gp.