Description: A pudgy man standing about 6'1" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He wears just a tan suit. His hair, while still mostly red, has prominent grey streaks. He has several tiny amber earrings on each ear.

Personality: He is extraordinarily passive and rarely speaks, let alone speaks his mind. He is a big fan of imagination and believes people should spend more time reading and writing.

History: He served in the navy to pay for his family's outstanding loans. He graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. He advanced relatively quickly due to his good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. 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: To share knowledge with the world; and he has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Shy, Insane. Bonds: Rich, Military. Occupation: Crown-heir

Voice: Low rumbling, strings words together

Possessions: Azurite (14 gp).

Description: He tends to wear a large grey jacket. He is portly but not overly obese. His Stetson hat is riddled with cuts and holes. His gray eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: He dislikes all the random violence that takes place in the north. He is susceptible to being scared and is in actuality easily frightened. He likes to tell stories.

History: The child of a Bricklayer, who enjoyed hunting, Anselm was taken on many hunting expeditions. Anselm liked to wander the woods near his home when he was young, something he still likes to do at least once a week. He never liked modest clothing or shoes, so he would wander the woods barefoot and lightly dressed, and he developed a good sense of balance and learned how to climb and swim well. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

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

Ideals: Pacifist. Flaws: Ugly, Fearful. Bonds: Nature, Job, Rich. Occupation: Scribe

Voice: Slurs words

Possessions: 6000 cp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He appears as an extremely gaunt Human, and stands approximately 6'1". He is wearing dark clothing and a heavy breastplate, keeping many of his physical features obscured, and his gloved hand is found clutching a dagger. His hair is always cut to a buzz. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: He barks his statements quickly and with little fuss. He prefers small words and is at his heart utilitarian. He will do just about anything if he becomes convinced it is for someone's true love, of this he is easily convinced.

History: Born in the west to a Dyer, Bertram learned a great deal about his mother's area of expertise. In his 15th year, his parents were killed by a giants raid, leaving Bertram alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, he was adopted. He has gone from town to town till he finds a spot where he can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of his brother; and he wants to get laid

Flaws: Terse. Bonds: Has a crush, Job, Enemies, Family. Occupation: Dyer

Voice: Russian accent

Possessions: 18000 cp.

Description: He wears tight fitting clothing which further accentuates his frame. He keeps his red hair in a flapper bob. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his hazel eyes.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. He is frequently practicing swordplay.

History: He was born several months after his father was called into army service. His arcane abilities were realized during a raid on his village. 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: To reunite with his absent father; and to find somewhere to settle down

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Shy, Mundane. Bonds: Attractive, Military, Family. Occupation: Cartwright

Voice: Jittery and nervous

Possessions: 300 gp.

Description: He is an attractive man, lean and moderately muscular. He wears red painted combat armor at almost all times. He has wavy blonde hair. He has several tiny jet earrings on each ear.

Personality: Deceptive and manipulative this western guy figured out how to best use his charms to convince people to do what he wants. He misses his home and complains about the freezing weather, even in summer.

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. His necromantic abilities were realized during a raid on his village. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: He is greedy; and money/treasure

Ideals: Gifted. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Immigrant. Occupation: Bricklayer

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 42000 sp. Aquamarine (1000 gp). Chalcedony (60 gp).