Description: He is an average looking western male in his early mid-life. He wears a fine chain shirt which he covers with blue colored cloaks and clothing. His auburn hair is slicked back into a classic pompadour. His eyes are likewise amber. His teeth are white and perfect.

Personality: He is enamored with his job. He loves it. He likes the challenge and he likes helping those less fortunate than him. 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 pair of adventurers, Roland grew up listening to his father's many stories. He was an apprentice working in his father's forge. He got away from his former life and has fallen to alcoholism.

Motivation: He is unsatisfied with his job; and he's looking for his big break

Flaws: Antagonistic, Addict. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: Spits and sputters

Possessions: 300 gp. Hematite (8 gp).

Description: A thin man, he clearly needs to put on some weight, but he still has a lot of muscle. He wears a white coat over a blue low-cut shirt, and a top hat upon his head. His black hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. He has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. He wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: He is a very philanthropic person; he spends his free time working at various soup kitchens. On top of that he is swayed by a pretty face, and while loyalty to his employer will always come first he doesn't like to hit women.

History: Roger hails from a village terrorized by dire rats. He was part of a huge silver rush, which was taken over by a mining company. The company confiscated a lot of silver, but the shipment was lost. He now spends his time doing works of charity.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and a deep hatred of dire rats

Ideals: Athletic, Philantrophist. Bonds: Has a crush, Adventurer, Enemies. Occupation: Barber

Voice: Speaks with a cold

Possessions: 100 gp. Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp).

Description: He is a small man, but exceptionally fit. He typically wears a sleeveless long coat of deep green leather and dull blue iron scale mail. His chestnut hair is braided into rings. 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 a melancholic, but persistent worker. He resents family life and as such spurns the advances of admirers. He enjoys reading and quiet.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious northern family, he was no stranger to responsibility. He was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. He never won. He routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and he is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs

Ideals: Athletic, Logical. Flaws: Insomniac, Depressed. Bonds: Religious. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Hissing voice

Possessions: 500 gp. 1 Crowbar. 1 Bullseye lantern. 1 Magnifying glass.

Description: This petite short man is perpetually holding a beer of some kind. He is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down, marred by beers. He has a small bristly mustache and wavy golden hair. This brown eyed northerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: He hates Humans with a passion. As such he is filled with self loathing. He is fiercely devoted to his father, and views his father's ex-spouse as an evil person for separating him from his legal half-brother.

History: Kyle was raised in a hard working conservative environment. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: He's looking for his big break; and his spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion

Flaws: Ugly, Racist. Bonds: Family, Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Miner

Voice: Speaks with squeezed throat

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: A pudgy man standing about 5'9" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He wears a lot of dark rich colors, with gold accents. His hair is long and silver with streaks of blonde, and is pulled back with small blue clips. His beard is blonde, braided, and well cared for. His brown eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: He is shy and timid. He has not had much interaction with people and is skittish around them. His philosophy is that everyone needs a friend and as such shows hospitality towards all.

History: He got into the Barber business at a young age. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Barber work with an outfit from a few towns over. Barber work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He now owns his own business.

Motivation: To be a Butcher again.

Ideals: Optimist, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Job. Occupation: Barber

Voice: Laughs frequently while speaking

Possessions: 300 gp.