Description: A pudgy man standing about 5'8" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. He wears his blonde hair up. His violet eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: Prone to second guessing himself, he comes off as nervous. His brief stint in the army gave him the idea he was invincible and that he is the toughest man alive.

History: John was born in the south. At a young age he loved to build and create. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). He has dedicated himself to building a better trade route.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Persistence. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Military, Adventurer. Occupation: Stylist

Voice: Squeaky

Possessions: 13000 cp. Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (700 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (900 gp). Solid gold idol (700 gp).

Description: 6'6" and muscular, this western man wears an old set of leather armor, nicked and torn by the ravages of time and battle. He has a red handlebar mustache and slicked back red hair. His amber eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: He considers himself the protector of his home. He feels this is his duty and calling. He cannot deal with unfamiliar people for more than a few minutes at a time and if they persist he will grow angry at them.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. His parents divorced when he was young, and his mother gained full cudstody. He was regularly beaten by his mother, who blamed him for driving them apart. After a long history of fighting, Everard and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: To protect his home; and wants to work out more often

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Guardian, Poor. Occupation: Baker

Voice: Posh accent

Possessions: 500 sp.

Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He wears tattered old clothes. He keeps his brown hair in a flapper bob. His face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. His spectacle hidden eyes are a deep amber.

Personality: He is calm most of the time but flees social interaction. He plays an instrument quite well.

History: He comes from a rich western family. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He left for the west, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: He is greedy; and money/treasure

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Immigrant, Rich. Occupation: Miller

Voice: Excited and jittery

Possessions: 6000 cp.

Description: This petite short man is perpetually holding a tea of some kind. He wears clothing that is held on in multiple layers but all of it is in poor condition, marred by teas. His hair is long and black with streaks of silver, and is pulled back with small green clips. His beard is silver, braided, and well cared for. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He does not believe in betrayal or weakness as things to be tolerated. He claims to be unscrupulous but at the end of the day he will do what he thinks is right.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. His mother worked until he suffered an accident while they were digging through a hill for a new route. He had to support his now crippled mother and took his mother's old job. He has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: Regain custody of his son; and an old rival family wants him found

Ideals: Justice, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Family. Occupation: Tailor

Voice: Spits and sputters

Possessions: 900 sp. Silver pearl (160 gp).

Description: A middle-aged man, he is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright white and tan, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems, and is pretty ugly. Sporting a white mohawk and bushy mustache this man's hair draws a lot of attention. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He is a jovial happy person, but he is convinced people are living their lives too quickly. He keeps company with all sorts of races to see how they think and challenge minds foreign to his own.

History: He was born to a criminal king-pin and mafia family 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. He has dedicated himself to building a better world.

Motivation: He is greedy.

Ideals: Optimist, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Criminal record, Adventurer. Occupation: Bellfounder

Voice: Aggressive tone

Possessions: 100 gp.