Description: A man of a pale complexion, he wears a tan costume with the symbols of strength on his torso. His brown hair is heavily combed to the right. His eyes are likewise gray.

Personality: He is a sleazy, sleazy guy. He has no qualms about using his powers of suggestion to get people to do what he wants. He loves teas. He is very sensitive about his face. To blow off anger he lifts weights and to control his otherwise explosive temper he works out a lot.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. He was one of the best in his class, and was picked up by his current employer. He quickly showed his capability and was soon promoted to a head role. Recently a tribe of giants attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Simon fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: Several ex partners dislike his way of doing things and want revenge; and he is unsatisfied with his job

Ideals: Fighting. Bonds: Attractive, Mentor, Job, Enemies. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Excited and jittery

Possessions: 42000 sp. Hematite (8 gp). Black pearl (1000 gp). Deep blue spinel (1000 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A plain young-adult man, he wears a custom-built plate barding that's adorned with tan lining and desert motifs. He has wavy black hair. His gray eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: John is a sociable creature first and foremost. He loves to listen to people at length before talking their ear off. He can carry on conversation for hours and will do so. He has a hair trigger and will fly into rage over the tiniest perceived slights.

History: He was born in the east, but his parents moved at a very young age to the west. His mother took him hunting and taught him how to get in the mind of other creatures. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: He wants to get laid; and wants a kiss

Ideals: Extrovert. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Immigrant, Nature, Has a crush. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: Adds syll-ab-les for em-pha-sis

Possessions: 2000 sp.

Description: This western man's face is deformed and paralyzed on one side. As such, he slurs his words together. He wears an old set of leather armor, nicked and torn by the ravages of time and battle. His black hair is greasy and uncared for. His eyes are green and catlike.

Personality: He likes to fabricate stories about his past exploits and how crazy he is, but in actuality he is rather bland. He is terrible with names forgetting people's names several times before they finally stick; this causes him no end of embarrassment.

History: Gilbert was born in the west. At a young age he loved to build and create. His mother was a mechanic, and taught him how to fix just about anything. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: To end his boredom; and to find somewhere to settle down

Ideals: Persistence. Flaws: Ugly, Mundane, Forgetful. Occupation: Shipwright

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: A thin man, he clearly needs to put on some weight, but he still has a lot of muscle. He prefers to wear flannel. His golden hair is braided into rings. This brown eyed northerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: He is overprotective of those who hire his services. He is obsessed with a lost civilization.

History: He was always a brilliant, if unscrupulous mind. He made a point of taking high paying jobs and getting most of it up front. He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: To protect his home.

Ideals: Athletic, Logical. Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Guardian, Adventurer. Occupation: Gardener

Voice: Smooth and feminine

Possessions: 100 gp.

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. He is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. His white hair is singed and shortened. His gray eyes are passionate and lively.

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 invented a lineage for himself and claims to be descended from several legendary heroes.

History: Godfrey was born to in a poor docking district. He spent his early days working in the same smith shop his father was employed at, doing general labor. He made a point of taking high paying jobs and getting most of it up front. He has drifted apart from his friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature club.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved.

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly, Insane. Bonds: Adventurer, Poor. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: pre-pubescent

Possessions: 1500 sp. Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (200 gp).