Description: A middle-aged man, he wears a robe, a symbol of the four houses of cards around his neck, and a bastard sword on his belt, and is pretty ugly. His golden hair is cut short with large spiked bangs in the front. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: He is curt in most of his responses. He prefers to keep his word usage to a minimum to avoid giving away unnecessary information. He has a habit of throwing himself into exceedingly dangerous situations.

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 hasn't been sleeping well lately.

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. Flaws: Ugly, Insomniac, Shy, Impulsive. Occupation: Locksmith

Voice: Smooth and feminine

Possessions: 600 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He is typically in his Cartwright uniform. His hair is short and silver. He was beautiful and young once, which still shows through his age, but it is a faded beauty.

Personality: While he acts the brute, he is far gentler than he would appear. He is a big fan of imagination and believes people should spend more time reading and writing.

History: William was raised in a hard working conservative environment. He worked as a nervous Cartwright and found it very stressful. He now owns his own business.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Fighting, Logical. Bonds: Job, Immigrant, Attractive. Occupation: Cartwright

Voice: Scratchy, weak

Possessions: 200 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A 5'2" northern man, he dresses in tan turtlenecks beneath a blue coat with black slacks. His silver hair has been sun bleached extensively. His eyes are hazel.

Personality: He is a jovial happy person, but he is convinced people are living their lives too quickly. He has a habit of throwing himself into exceedingly dangerous situations.

History: He was born into a rich family. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. 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: Nothing but the best is good enough for him; and he has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Optimist, Impeccable. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Pronounces 'its' and 'is' like 'eats' and 'ease'

Possessions: 42000 sp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This eastern man is wearing colorful clothing, dressed as a Dilettante. His clothes are grease stained in places. His black hair is long and unkept. He has a tattooed face.

Personality: He speaks before he thinks and is too direct. He is a great chef.

History: Born in a small village he learned the ways of the warrior from his father. His parents enrolled him in a Monk school at a young age so that he could practice his martial talents. 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 to prove his worth to the world

Ideals: Gifted, Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Impulsive. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Irish accent

Possessions: 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.

Description: This eastern man wears a lot of dark rich colors, with gold accents. His clothes are grease stained in places. His hair is always cut to a buzz. His skin is flawless and his violet eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: A deeply religious man he believes everything happens for a reason. His home and work are filled with various knick knacks he has acquired through the years. He cares a great deal for his adopted teenage son.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. He took every job he could get his hands on, but the opportunities for Humans in the east were limited. By chance he met his brother recently and the two have been together since.

Motivation: To unite with his brother; and his spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion

Bonds: Attractive, Poor, Immigrant, Religious, Family. Occupation: Bounty Hunter

Voice: Pronounces difficult words wrong

Possessions: 8000 sp. Alexandrite (1300 gp). Freshwater pearl (12 gp).