Description: A man with a warm, jovial air about him, he wears white robes with leather pauldrons. Though occasionally he wears more armor. He prefers to carry a hammer, but if one is not available he will default to his sai. His silver hair is heavily combed to the right. He has several tiny amethyst earrings on each ear.

Personality: He is very quiet and rarely speaks above a whisper. He disdains his fellow northerners, claiming they make him look unintelligent just for using an accent.

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 took every job he could get his hands on, but the opportunities for Humans in the north were limited. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: He is greedy; and wants a kiss

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Rich, Immigrant. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 300 gp. Bloodstone (40 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

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: This man stands a little under 5'2" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He wears long strands of jet and short black dresses (or suits) accompanied by the proper stockings and shoes, with gloves of varying lengths. He has done his best to style his silver hair to look like a famous performer. He wears an eyepatch.

Personality: He dislikes all the random violence that takes place in the east. He disdains his fellow easterners, claiming they make him look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: Justin hails from a village terrorized by dire rats. His mother had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: He is greedy; and he has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Pacifist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Immigrant, Enemies. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: High pitched and raspy

Possessions: 6000 cp. White opal (400 gp). Deep green spinel (100 gp).

Description: This man is renowned for his bright black suits and hats. He has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized amber on his right hand. His hair is cut close to his head. He is very pretty but has cold, dead eyes.

Personality: He has a good heart but also a terrible temper. He will forgive often but not before yelling and berating someone for whatever they have done wrong. He is an amazing painter.

History: His history is one of pain. He was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves his parents kept. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He was granted martial powers by his dying brother.

Motivation: He is currently in port desperately looking for someone to get him out; and he has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Slave. Occupation: Fortune-teller

Voice: Uses sign language

Possessions: 300 gp.

Description: He is perpetually draped in fineries, but all of this concealed by his earthly robes.. He has a slight overbite and is overall scrawny. His hair is brown, silky, and of moderate length. His fair skin shows little sign of his aristocratic breeding.

Personality: He is a Laborer first and foremost. He believes firmly that knowledge should be universal. He misses his home and complains about the freezing weather, even in summer.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. His mother was a mechanic, and taught him how to fix just about anything. He has drifted from career to career and currently works as a Laborer.

Motivation: To be a Map Maker again; and expand his business

Ideals: Persistence. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Immigrant. Occupation: Laborer

Voice: Scratchy, weak

Possessions: 400 gp.