Description: He stands about 6'0" and wears tight fighting clothing, which leaves very little to the imagination. His left leg appears badly burned and disfigured. His black hair is singed and shortened. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: Soft-spoken and well mannered, he has an amazing amount of patience and a slow boiling temper. He has no love for corruption and racketeering and views those as crimes of the highest magnitude.

History: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. His spouse left him for another, whom he beat to an almost bloody pulp. He did not win them back, but he came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. He has made many enemies by not giving into corruption and outing many instances of it.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever; and he doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes

Ideals: Fighting, Disciplined, Justice. Flaws: Ugly. Occupation: Barber

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 26000 cp. Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (600 gp).

Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down. His hair is golden and very short. He has gleaming, smiling brown eyes.

Personality: Confrontational and typically high on some drug or another. Flattery will make him almost putty in your hands.

History: Kody was born to in a poor docking district. He spent his early days working in the same smith shop his mother was employed at, doing general labor. His father was supposedly a charlatan fortune teller, but he insists his father was legitimate. He left for the north, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: His religion dominates his actions; and he is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs

Flaws: Addict, Selfish. Bonds: Immigrant, Poor, Religious. Occupation: Barber

Voice: Jittery and nervous

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: This man is renowned for his bright brown suits and hats. He has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized aquamarine on his right hand. His hair is cut close to his head. He has a tattooed face.

Personality: He takes his job very seriously, in part because he fears he cannot get a new one. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: Born in the west to a Laborer, Wymar learned a great deal about his mother's area of expertise. His divine abilities were realized during a raid on his village. He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and meet up once more with his childhood friend

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Hedonist, Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Laborer

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 300 gp. Malachite (11 gp). Rose (40 gp). 4 Thunderstones. 8 Acid flasks.

Description: With brown face paint in a stripe pattern across his face, he wears just a brown suit. He has wavy chestnut hair. His skin is flawless and his blue eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: He barks his statements quickly and with little fuss. He prefers small words and is at his heart utilitarian. He enjoys reading and quiet.

History: He comes from a rich southern family. He dropped out of school to support his sick mother, and resented it. 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: Regain custody of his daughter; and marry his brother to traveling adventurers

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Terse. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Family. Occupation: Detective

Voice: Smooth and feminine

Possessions: 100 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This petite short man is perpetually holding a tea of some kind. He wears dark leathers with embroidery, marred by teas. His chestnut hair is lengthy and is close to two feet long. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. He is able to fit into much smaller and tighter spaces than normal.

History: Heir to a fortune, his parents put a great deal of effort into curing his disease. Cursed with unlife at a very young age, Bernard has worked very hard to control his curse. 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 money and likes to spend it.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Shy, Disease. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Shoemaker

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 300 gp.