Description: He appears as an extremely gaunt Human, and stands approximately 5'10". He wears brown robes with leather pauldrons. Though occasionally he wears more armor. He prefers to carry a quarterstaff, but if one is not available he will default to his trident, and his gloved hand is found clutching a trident. His white hair is braided into rings. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: Aggressive, abrasive, and angry, Norman embodies much of what other species detest in the Humans. 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: Norman hails from a village terrorized by gnolls. He found a children's book about a Human Fighter who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. He modeled his life after the story, seeing himself destined a hero. He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and to reunite with his old friends

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Has a crush, Adventurer, Enemies. Occupation: Sellsword

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: 400 gp. Jade (150 gp). 1 Masterwork Artisan’s tools. 1 Superior lock. 1 Silver holy symbol.

Description: He is wearing dark clothing and a heavy breastplate, keeping many of his physical features obscured. He carries with him a set of warhammers, each one with a amber on the hilt. He only wears one on his belt and the other on his back. He has a small bristly mustache and wavy silver hair. His eyes are amber and catlike.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. He does not believe in violence as a means to an end. He is a dedicated Shipwright but believes his peers are too gung-ho.

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Conrad was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. Cursed with a spirit at a very young age, Conrad has worked very hard to control his curse. Recently a tribe of brigands attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Conrad fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever; and wants to have a good time and be beloved

Ideals: Fighting, Optimist, Pacifist. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Mentor. Occupation: Shipwright

Voice: Boston accent

Possessions: 1100 sp. Jet (70 gp). Bloodstone (60 gp). 2 Alchemist’s fire. 3 Thunderstones. 4 Tanglefoot bags.

Description: A man with a warm, jovial air about him, he wears a fine chain shirt which he covers with blue colored cloaks and clothing. He sports a long red beard, and similarly colored long hair. His face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. His spectacle hidden eyes are a deep blue.

Personality: In the realm of puns, he cannot help himself. He feels obliged to make them. He refers to his adoptive father for almost all things he is unsure about, which are numerous. He is very much still a child and has not developed a drive for self-dependency.

History: He got into the Engraver business at a young age. His first spouse was a Mercenary, they had one daughter, but his spouse won total custody. Without his spouse to temper him he grew out of control. He has drifted apart from his friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature pickaxe.

Motivation: He is unsatisfied with his job.

Ideals: Joker. Bonds: Family, Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Engraver

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: 12000 cp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A man with a cold, calculating air about him, he is generally well dressed albeit a few years behind the times. His black hair is braided into rings. His eyes are likewise brown.

Personality: He loves justice and goodness and right action. Anyone who does not fulfill this criteria perfectly will no doubt get a lecture from him. He is the most sanctimonious self-righteous Human in existence. He constantly seizes attention wherever he goes and has come to expect this respect from everyone. He likes to think of himself as merciful, but nonetheless is very strict.

History: Trained by his father for as long as he can remember he had it drilled in his head that it was his duty to serve his country. In his 14th year, while out on a day-trip, he returned to find his hometown burning and destroyed. He found his father impaled in their home, and his mother beheaded. He saw the man who walked out, and charged him in a blind rage. The man easily evaded and defeated him, leaving him to live broken and terrified. He got money to start a business from the gang present in town. He is greatly indebted to them.

Motivation: He wants nothing more than to rejoin the army; and he feels threatened by others

Ideals: Justice, Impeccable. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Military. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: 2500 sp. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: This late middle aged man typically wears a sleeveless long coat of deep blue leather and dull green iron scale mail and is in decent physical shape. He has a long white beard with little hanging trinkets. His violet eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. He has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: He is a jovial happy person, but he is convinced people are living their lives too quickly. As long as the job gets done he does not care how it got done.

History: A studious child he never was much for a social life, not because he was unlikable, but because he did not seek it out. He made a point of taking high paying jobs and getting most of it up front. He became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and obtaining odd cultural human artifacts is his passion

Ideals: Optimist, Professionalism, Gifted. Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Adventurer. Occupation: Sailor

Voice: Sensual and smooth

Possessions: 600 gp.