Description: A thin man, he clearly needs to put on some weight, but he still has a lot of muscle. He is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. He sports a long red beard, and similarly colored long hair. His thin eyebrows rest above his beady violet eyes.

Personality: He is quiet and reserved most of the time, but warms up to people very quickly. Around friends he is liable to tell dirty jokes and enjoy himself. He is always in debt, since he spends his money on lavish parties and gifts for friends

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. In his formative years he discovered how persuasive he was. He began using that to his advantage selling useless wares at inflated prices. He has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: To prove his worth to the world; and to settle down with his crush

Ideals: Athletic, Joker, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Impulsive. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Speaks with lower jaw sticking out

Possessions: 100 gp. Aquamarine (700 gp).

Description: He stands about 6'3" and wears dark leathers with embroidery. His right leg appears badly burned and disfigured. He wears his silver hair down. His ears are large.

Personality: He speaks before he thinks and is too direct. He is obsessed with finding treasure.

History: He is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. He inherited a moderately successful company from his mother. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. 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: He has money and likes to spend it; and to reunite with his old friends

Flaws: Ugly, Impulsive. Bonds: Adventurer, Rich. Occupation: Shoemaker

Voice: Soothing and warm

Possessions: 1000 sp. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. His moppish black hair is in a traditional bowl cut. His fierce brown eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: He will use flattery and sarcasm to attack and weaken his opponents. Despite his formidable combat skills he remains a coward. He is frequently practicing swordplay.

History: Trained by his mother for as long as he can remember he had it drilled in his head that it was his duty to serve his country. Because his mother participated in the massacre of their homeland, orcs burned their ranch to the ground and forced them out. He was preparing to flee to the east, but the outbreak of war prevented him and his father from journeying east to reunite his family. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to orcs demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: Someone believes him a fraud; and many orcs want him driven away

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Fighting. Bonds: Military, Immigrant, Enemies. Occupation: Mason

Voice: Stutters

Possessions: 100 gp. A silver and pearl hairclip (50 gp).

Description: 5'7" and lanky with angular features, he is an attractive figure. He wears a well pressed and immaculate suit (or dress). With bright silver hair and a scraggly beard. His gray eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: He considers himself the protector of his home. He feels this is his duty and calling. He believes the world needs to unite to get rid of brigands once and for all.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. 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. He has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: Many brigands want him driven away; and his name or reputation has been wronged in the past by brigands, and he desires to right it

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Bonds: Attractive, Guardian, Enemies, Debt. Occupation: Mayor

Voice: Squeaky

Possessions: Sard (70 gp). Moss agate (12 gp). Sardonyx (70 gp).

Description: He is a mite stocky and wears tight fitting clothing which further accentuates his frame. His golden hair is thinning but still full. His gray eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: He loves telling others what to do and how they should feel about things. He tends to be very friendly, and is drawn to music, the smells of food and wine, and out-door festivals.

History: Born in the north to a Banker, Thomas learned a great deal about his father's area of expertise. When he came of age, he joined a caravan that would eventually take him to the capital. He would practice along the way and, when he arrived, be apprenticed to a Banker. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: His relatives are trying to arrange a marriage; and he uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs

Ideals: Opinionated, Optimist. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Rich, Family. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Hard of hearing, loud

Possessions: 5000 sp. Brass mug with jade inlays (500 gp). 1 Minor magic item.