Description: This petite short man is perpetually holding a tea of some kind. He is well dressed, constantly wearing a brown suit, green shirt, and brown tie, marred by teas. His feathered hat is riddled with cuts and holes. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: Gerald speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. He is clearly well-traveled and educated. He is used to getting what he wants. In part because he is a meticulous planner.

History: He was born into a rich family. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He knows his nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but him.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it; and to get a good night's sleep

Ideals: Impeccable, Professionalism. Flaws: Ugly, Insomniac. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Scandinavian accent

Possessions: 400 gp.

Description: Wearing a closed helm and plate, one would not know what he was had he not made sure his armor was more form fitting than normal. Outside of the suit he dresses in green turtlenecks beneath a black coat with grey slacks. He sports a long silver beard, and similarly colored long hair. He is missing an eye and his face is severely sunburned. His one remaining eye shines brown.

Personality: He is highly sensitive about his name. He loathes it, but will not take any guff about it from anyone. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: He was born into a rich family. He struck it rich when he found rare goods in large quantities. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it; and money/treasure

Flaws: Ugly, Sensitive, Hedonist. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Mason

Voice: Gruff and masculine

Possessions: 100 gp.

Description: He typically wears a sleeveless long coat of deep grey leather and dull brown iron scale mail. His white hair is unkempt and raggedy. His ears are large.

Personality: He seems absolutely devoid of it. He stares off into space and will respond with overly literal and minimalist answers to questions. He will often invite strangers home for dinner and talk their ears off. He cares deeply for his spouse and does his best to make sure his guests look presentable.

History: Born in the north his family was never financially stable. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. Unlike his family, who was content to work in a sleepy main town, he wanted to work in the city. He has been working here for the past few years.

Motivation: To end his boredom; and he seems to be bored by most things

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly, Mundane. Bonds: Poor, In love. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Forgets to breathe while speaking

Possessions: 1 Breastplate. 1 Half-Plate. 1 Half-Plate.

Description: He wears a black shirt with thin white vertical stripes and black pants. He carries a battered morningstar and tarnished warhammer as well. His hair is blonde and very short. His fair skin shows little sign of his aristocratic breeding.

Personality: He is overprotective of those who hire his services. He dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. His biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: He was born into a rich 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 knows his nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but him.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and he is greedy

Ideals: Fighting, Logical. Bonds: Attractive, Guardian, Rich. Occupation: Fletcher

Voice: Smoker's lung

Possessions: 1400 sp. Rock crystal (60 gp).

Description: He is a husky man, who wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. His brown hair is unkempt and raggedy. His hazel eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: He is irritable and easily angered. He is a bit of a bully and is not afraid to use his stature and powers to intimidate and hurt. More though he will beg to come along on any journeys. He will attempt to stowaway on any ship he can in the hopes that it will get him further away.

History: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and he is currently in port desperately looking for someone to get him out

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Poor, Slave. Occupation: Navigator

Voice: Aggressive tone

Possessions: 20 pp. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.