Description: A stocky darker skinned man, he wears a worn and beaten armor. He keeps his auburn hair in a flapper bob. He was beautiful and young once, which still shows through his age, but it is a faded beauty.

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. The war was a terrible time for him, and Manfred does not often speak of it. When he does, he does so with a strained expression and tears in his eyes.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Manfred grew up listening to his mother's many stories. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). He has became unsatisfied with his lot in life, and decided to take up adventuring.

Motivation: Obtaining odd cultural Human artifacts is his passion; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Persistence. Flaws: Depressed. Bonds: Attractive, Military, Adventurer. Occupation: Glassblower

Voice: Can't modulate volume

Possessions: 200 gp. Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp).

Description: A man with a warm, jovial air about him, he tends to wear a heavy leather apron. Coupled with his rolled up shirt sleeves this gives him a very relaxed look. He wears a broad hat to cover his moderate length auburn hair. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: His tongue was cut out and he uses sign language. He is obsessed with his god.

History: Ralf was born to in a poor docking district. He spent his early days working in the same smith shop his mother was employed at, doing general labor. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Sellsword hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to brigands demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: A deep hatred of brigands; and wants to work out more often

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Religious, Poor, Enemies. Occupation: Sellsword

Voice: Shortens vowels

Possessions: 400 gp. Onyx (50 gp). Onyx (50 gp).

Description: This eastern man is abnormally tall. He wears a fancy green suit. His whole body is exceptionally muscular. His hair is auburn and curly. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are hazel.

Personality: He fancies himself a trickster and likes to rely on his wits to carry the day. He cares for his older siblings and likes to be recognized by them. His actions favor neither the good nor the evil, as he answers to a power that mortal men fail to acknowledge.

History: Born in the east to a Spy, Trey learned a great deal about his mother's area of expertise. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Spy hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. He inherited the family business which he has now maintained for 6 years.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs; and he is unsatisfied with his job

Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Poor, Family, Religious, Job. Occupation: Spy

Voice: Russian accent

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: This fat northern man has a bulbous nose and is renowned for his bright green suits and hats. His skin is also unnaturally pale. He has brown hair. His eyes are green and catlike.

Personality: Jocelyn hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate him. It was this clingy personality that held back his singing career. He has no love for corruption and racketeering and views those as crimes of the highest magnitude.

History: He comes from a rich northern family. He moved from fad to fad and when he turned 15 he discovered singing. He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: He has passion for adventuring and risk; and to protect his home

Ideals: Artistic, Justice. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer, Guardian. Occupation: Barkeep

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: 1800 sp. Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (130 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (130 gp).

Description: This eastern man is abnormally tall. He wears baggy yellow pantaloons and a green scarf. His whole body is exceptionally muscular. He has a auburn handlebar mustache and slicked back auburn hair. His skin is flawless and his hazel eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: He trusts no one. He is not readily capable for forgiveness and his ire never leaves him. He is a big fan of imagination and believes people should spend more time reading and writing.

History: Sold as a small child to a necromancer, Alexandre was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. A few years later when the north was not economically sound they moved to his current location. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world.

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Immigrant, Attractive, Mentor. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: French accent

Possessions: 1800 sp. Chrysoprase (60 gp).