Description: He is a physically imposing dark-skinned man. He wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. He has a long brown beard with little hanging trinkets. He has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. He wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: Norman hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate him. It was this clingy personality that held back his writing career. To his fellows he is seen as friendly and intelligent, but is angry and unforgiving to the so called fatcats and any who do and have associated with them.

History: His necromantic talent manifested at a young age. Aiming to upstage a rival house, his parents had him trained. He found a children's book about a Human Wizard who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. He modeled his life after the story, seeing himself destined a hero. When he grew older, he became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. He began work as a mercenary for hire. He would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

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

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Artistic, Gifted. Bonds: Enemies, Adventurer. Occupation: Adventurer

Voice: Scottish accent

Possessions: 10000 sp. Onyx (20 gp). Zircon (20 gp). Red spinel (110 gp). Deep blue spinel (400 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is a husky man, who wears a grey vest with golden trim over his white shirt. His brown leather gloves and pants are well-kept, and his grey boots flare out at the collars. He sports a long chestnut beard, and similarly colored long hair. His eyes are blue and catlike.

Personality: He misses his glory days as an athlete. He does not mind his job, but it is boring in comparison. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: Gifted from a young age, Manfred studied abroad. He helped his mother out around the business and became quite the natural. He became a Ruler soon after.

Motivation: He is content; and balancing his hectic life and new ruler responsibilities is difficult

Ideals: Athletic, Gifted. Flaws: Hedonist, Mundane. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: Russian accent

Possessions: 300 gp.

Description: This eastern man is abnormally tall. He wears a fancy black suit. His whole body is exceptionally muscular. His hair is long and blonde with streaks of golden, and is pulled back with small black clips. His beard is golden, braided, and well cared for. His fair skin shows little sign of his aristocratic breeding.

Personality: He is envious of other's things. He hoards treasure, art, food, wine, and anything that he so desires. Further he is a bit of a stoner and is frequently out of it.

History: John was born into a poor family. Growing up, he dreamt of becoming a Ranger, to bring honor to his family’s name. When he came of age, he applied for a position with his town's local guard, looking to work his way up via merit and eventually become a Ranger in service of a powerful lord somewhere. He was part of a huge silver rush, which was taken over by a mining company. The company confiscated a lot of silver, but the shipment was lost. 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 wants to meet his childhood hero

Flaws: Greedy, Addict. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Shipwright

Voice: Posh accent

Possessions: 200 gp. Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (600 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This man dresses well, wearing black shirts, loose pants, and blazers most of the time. He is muscular with a powerful set of arms. His black hair is braided into rings. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: Eccentric and domineering, Richard will drive conversation. He does not trust anyone and sleeps with one eye open.

History: Born in a small village he learned the ways of the warrior from his mother. He went to a religious school and was inspired by the priests there in charitable deeds. Recently a tribe of giants attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Richard fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs; and he has a rivalry with the church that dominates his actions

Ideals: Extrovert, Fighting. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Attractive, Religious. Occupation: Healer

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: 300 gp. Malachite (8 gp). Lapis lazuli (8 gp).

Description: A 5'5" eastern man, he wears tattered old clothes. His white hair has been sun bleached extensively. This hazel eyed easterner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. 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: He was raised in a island tribe. His father took him hunting and taught him how to get in the mind of other creatures. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever; and wishes to resurrect an old love

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: In love, Nature. Occupation: Performer

Voice: Speaks with a cold

Possessions: 200 gp. Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (800 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (800 gp). A small bag of saffron. (30 gp). 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.