Description: His left side is far more bruised and cut up than his other. He wears a robe, a symbol of strength around his neck, and a monstrous two handed axe on his belt. His hair is cut close to his head. His ears are large.

Personality: Prone to second guessing himself, he comes off as nervous. He is skeptical of what others tell him and is slow to trust.

History: He was born at the edge of vast forest. Over the years he perfected his riding and shooting skills. When his spouse passed he lost his only source of income but claims to his sons to still be retired.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of his brother; and an old rival family wants him found

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Nature, Family. Occupation: Server

Voice: Italian accent

Possessions: 200 gp. 1 Half-Plate.

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, 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 silver hair is thinning but still full. His gray eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: He dislikes all the random violence that takes place in the north. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. Gerard abandoned his home at a very young age, living in the fields and plains. He survived everyday through hunting and stealing from passersby. He did whatever it took for him to survive. When he grew older, he became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. He began work as a mercenary for hire. He would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: He feels threatened by others; and he is wracked by social anxiety

Ideals: Pacifist. Flaws: Hedonist, Fearful. Bonds: Mentor, Adventurer. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Smoker's lung

Possessions: 41000 sp.

Description: He is an average looking western male in his early mid-life. He wears a robe, a symbol of the sun god around his neck, and a greataxe on his belt. With bright golden hair and a scraggly beard. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: He is enamored with his job. He loves it. He likes the challenge and he likes helping those less fortunate than him. He can see the true alignment of people by looking at them, and uses this to pass judgement.

History: He was born in the west. He was an apprentice working in his mother's forge. He left for the west, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: He is not mentally stable, and does not behave rationally; and expand his business

Ideals: Fighting, Gifted. Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Job, Immigrant. Occupation: Priest

Voice: Pronounces 'its' and 'is' like 'eats' and 'ease'

Possessions: 22000 cp. Rose (50 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A moderately attractive man, he prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for his hunting needs. He has wavy auburn hair. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He is unhospitable to his core. His small house has "No trespassing" Signs all over it. He is a thrill seeker, he laughs at people and throws down challenges. He is highly competitive and combative.

History: He was born into a rich family. The family's rival house kidnapped his sister with the intent that his sister marry their son to gain control of contested properties. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: He desires power and/or immortality; and to reunite with his absent father

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Map Maker

Voice: Mumbles to self between sentences

Possessions: 30 pp. 1 Breastplate.

Description: He is of a modest build and height, but he carries himself more imposing than he is. He dresses in collared shirts and wears a proper scarf over his head. His blonde hair is knotted and matted. His green eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. He has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: He is erratic and paranoid. He believes drow are coming to abduct people. He takes great pride in his work and is very well organized. His planner is full of calendar events.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. He graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. He advanced relatively quickly due to his good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. He inherited the family business which he has now maintained for 8 years.

Motivation: Expand his business; and someone believes him a fraud

Flaws: Addict, Disease. Bonds: Enemies, Job, Military. Occupation: Marshal

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: 2800 sp. Chrysoprase (30 gp).