Description: He wears a simple pastel robe with red stripes complete with hood, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 5'1" when asserting himself. He has styled his silver hair well, parting it to the left. His fierce brown eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: He dislikes all the random violence that takes place in the north. He never wears the same outfit twice, unless he absolutely has to.

History: Ralf 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 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 has became unsatisfied with his lot in life, and decided to take up adventuring.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Pacifist, Artistic. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: 400 gp. Jasper (60 gp). White pearl (150 gp). Red-brown spinel (150 gp).

Description: He has a large green mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into his black robe. He carries with him a set of swords on his belt, each one with a ruby on the hilt. His golden hair is slicked back into a classic pompadour. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He likes to be helpful to his clients. He likes to prescribe proper advice to his clients. He lacks restraint and is impulsive. He jumps in and acts without thinking all too often.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. Brilliant and gifted he never wanted to apply himself. He inherited the family business which he has now maintained for 9 years.

Motivation: Balancing his hectic life and new Marshal responsibilities is difficult; and he is greedy

Ideals: Fighting, Gifted. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Job, Rich. Occupation: Marshal

Voice: Sensual and smooth

Possessions: 100 gp. Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (400 gp). Solid gold idol (200 gp).

Description: A man with a calm yet intense air about him, he wears dull blue sweaters, loose grey pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath his sweater he keeps a concealed longsword, just in case. He has wavy black hair. He is very pretty but has cold, dead eyes.

Personality: He is highly sensitive about his name. He loathes it, but will not take any guff about it from anyone. He is obsessed with his god.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. Cursed with lycanthropy at a very young age, Rolf has worked very hard to control his curse. During his travels, Rolf and his party rested in a cavern that was (unknown to them) infused with powerful dark magic. Upon awakening, Rolf discovered the rest of his party dead, transformed into horrible, mindless undead versions of their former selves. Rolf fled the cavern, stopping for breath at a small pool, and only then realizing his own horrible transformation.

Motivation: Retire the richest man in the west; and he has a rivalry with the church that dominates his actions

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Sensitive, Disease. Bonds: Attractive, Religious. Occupation: Adventurer

Voice: Whispers

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: A man with a friendly, welcoming air about him, he is wearing a long, red cloak. He wears his hair in dreadlocks. He has gray eyes and a red hat with a green feather.

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. He believes the world needs to unite to get rid of dire rats once and for all.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. His mother had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: To be a Spice Merchant again; and money/treasure

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Enemies, Rich, Job. Occupation: Server

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 400 gp.

Description: This fat southern man has a bulbous nose and wears suspenders and grey workpants. His shirt is black, and he wears a heavy grey leather apron most of the time. His skin is also unnaturally pale. He has done his best to style his brown hair to look like a famous performer. His eyes are hazel and catlike.

Personality: He is curt in most of his responses. He prefers to keep his word usage to a minimum to avoid giving away unnecessary information. He is susceptible to being scared and is in actuality easily frightened. He likes to tell stories.

History: He was born into a rich family. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs; and he is terrified, and will act out of fear

Flaws: Ugly, Shy, Fearful. Bonds: Rich, Religious. Occupation: Doctor

Voice: Pronounces O like U

Possessions: 100 gp. Alexandrite (800 gp). Jade (80 gp). Deep blue spinel (800 gp). 1 Everburning torch.