Description: This man is very fat, and wears a large hat to cast shadows over his face and wears ponchos to better hide his body. He has chestnut hair. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are brown.

Personality: This man loves writing and to teach people writing more than just about anything. He has no love for corruption and racketeering and views those as crimes of the highest magnitude.

History: Hugh was born into a poor family. Growing up, he dreamt of becoming a Wizard, 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 Wizard in service of a powerful lord somewhere. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: To reunite with his old friends; and he wants to meet his childhood hero

Ideals: Artistic, Justice. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Assassin

Voice: Hissing voice

Possessions: 10000 cp.

Description: A middle-aged man, he wears tattered old clothes, and is pretty ugly. His hair, while still mostly black, has prominent grey streaks. His brown eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: Dean wants to be seen as a stoic, levelheaded, noble Adept, so he tries to act the part. He does a good job, for the most part... He misses his home and complains about the freezing weather, even in summer.

History: He was a bastard born out of an affair, and his father always resented and mistreated him for it out of spite. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Body Guard work with an outfit from a few towns over. Body Guard work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He became a Body Guard soon after.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Disciplined. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Immigrant, Job. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: 300 gp. 1 Masterwork studded leather.

Description: He wears light armors faded through time and improper care. He carries with him a set of sais on his belt, each one with a emerald on the hilt. His hair is short and brown. He tend to wears goggles to shield his eyes.

Personality: He goes out his way to put a smile on everyone's face. There's no-one he won't accept into his heart. He is always in debt, since he spends his money on lavish parties and gifts for friends

History: Balimaar was born with his father's beautiful face. 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 became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: To prove his worth to the world.

Ideals: Fighting, Optimist. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Attractive. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Russian accent

Possessions: 100 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is an average looking eastern male in his early mid-life. He dresses well, wearing white shirts, loose pants, and blazers most of the time. He has a very tight haircut. His hazel eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: He believes there is no problem he cannot solve with sufficient elbow grease and persistence, if it is the best or most economic solution matters not. He invented a lineage for himself and claims to be descended from several legendary heroes.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. He inherited a moderately successful company from his father. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. He now travels the world, in search of power and loot.

Motivation: To reunite with his old friends; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Persistence. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer, Mentor, Rich. Occupation: Spy

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 100 gp. Fire opal (1100 gp). Emerald (1100 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He wears a brown coat over a black low-cut shirt, and a deerstalker hat upon his head. His skin is fair and his fingers are delicate and long. His black hair has been sun bleached extensively. He has gleaming, smiling hazel eyes.

Personality: He is highly sensitive about his name. He loathes it, but will not take any guff about it from anyone. He is a big fan of imagination and believes people should spend more time reading and writing.

History: Cory lived on a farm with his mother, near the main road leading to a nearby town. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). He now travels the world, in search of power and loot.

Motivation: His religion dominates his actions; and regain custody of his daughter

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Sensitive. Bonds: Family, Adventurer, Religious. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Jittery and nervous

Possessions: 500 gp.