Description: Dark and lean, he is a relatively plain man. He is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. Sporting a golden mohawk and bushy mustache this man's hair draws a lot of attention. His hazel eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

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. 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: Roland lived on a farm with his father, near the main road leading to a nearby town. His first spouse was a Carter, they had one son, but his spouse won total custody. Without his spouse to temper him he grew out of control. He left for the west, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him.

Ideals: Optimist, Impeccable. Bonds: Family, Immigrant. Occupation: Barber

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 500 sp. Eye agate (12 gp). 1 Breastplate.

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. He wears a custom-built plate barding that's adorned with violet lining and desert motifs. His silver hair and beard is wavy and long. His hazel eyes peer out from beneath his small violet hat.

Personality: A grumpy guy he will invite people to lunch so he can critique them. Yet he still seems generally likeable, like a lovable grump. He disdains his fellow easterners, claiming they make him look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: The child of a Bricklayer, who enjoyed hunting, Manfred was taken on many hunting expeditions. His father took him hunting and taught him how to get in the mind of other creatures. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: He is content; and he loathes his own lifestyle

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Immigrant, Nature. Occupation: Cartwright

Voice: Whispers

Possessions: 100 gp. Lapis lazuli (11 gp). Black pearl (700 gp). Moonstone (20 gp). Red-brown spinel (40 gp).

Description: A plain young-adult man, he tends to wear a heavy leather apron. Coupled with his rolled up shirt sleeves this gives him a very relaxed look. His black hair is heavily combed to the left. His face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. His spectacle hidden eyes are a deep hazel.

Personality: He resents people who mock his appearance or him, so he has learned to be the meanest son of a gun. He will often invite strangers home for dinner and talk their ears off. He cares deeply for his spouse and does his best to make sure his guests look presentable.

History: When he was but 8 years old his parents immigrated from the west. He was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. He never won. Some 6 years later his spouse died after the birth of his son. Heartbroken, Theodoric never married again. Instead he focused his life to raising his son whom he trained as his mother had trained him before.

Motivation: Wishes to resurrect an old love; and he'd like to take his coworkers down a peg

Ideals: Optimist, Athletic. Flaws: Ugly, Insane. Bonds: In love, Immigrant. Occupation: Bellfounder

Voice: Jittery and nervous

Possessions: 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is a paragon of his species. He is larger and stronger than most Humans. His skin is light but he possesses many brown ritualistic tattoos. He likes to wear pastel tank tops with brown pants. He has styled his auburn hair well, parting it to the left. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: Friendly and accommodating he would invite many more into his home than his spouse would be comfortable with if they did not express concern about it. He will do just about anything if he becomes convinced it is for someone's true love, of this he is easily convinced.

History: He grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. He has had some formal singing training, and achieved minor success. Unlike his family, who was content to work in a sleepy main town, he wanted to work in the city. He has been working here for the past few years.

Motivation: Wants his loneliness to end; and to get a good night's sleep

Ideals: Philantrophist, Artistic. Flaws: Insomniac, Mundane. Bonds: Has a crush. Occupation: Cook

Voice: Scottish accent

Possessions: 400 gp.

Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He has a large yellow mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into his blue robe. His golden hair is heavily combed to the left. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: He snorts whenever he laughs or is feeling confident. 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: The child of northern immigrants he idolized his mother. A serious injury left his mother unemployed and in need of constant care. His family became saddled with debt trying to care for his infirm mother. Recently a tribe of illithids attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Kyle fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Immigrant, Debt, Job. Occupation: Hunter

Voice: Dutch accent

Possessions: Just what you see.