Description: A thin man, he clearly needs to put on some weight, but he still has a lot of muscle. He tends to wear a heavy leather apron. Coupled with his rolled up shirt sleeves this gives him a very relaxed look. His hair is cut close to his head. He is missing an eye and his face is severely sunburned. His one remaining eye shines amber.

Personality: He will use flattery and sarcasm to attack and weaken his opponents. Despite his formidable combat skills he remains a coward. He has a minor phobia of water and hates getting wet.

History: Sold as a small child to a necromancer, Shane was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. In his 17th year, while out on a day-trip, he returned to find his hometown burning and destroyed. He found his mother impaled in their home, and his father 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 is untrained/undisciplined, which makes him dangerous.

Motivation: He is not mentally stable, and does not behave rationally; and to fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever

Ideals: Athletic, Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Fearful, Insane. Bonds: Mentor. Occupation: Fletcher

Voice: Shortens vowels

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: This exceptionally lanky man wears tan painted combat armor at almost all times. His blonde hair is cut short. His gray eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: He is fixated on the number 99. He counts his steps and bites of food to keep in track with it. He seems to be used to being ignored and not questioned about it. Only to laugh say gotcha and shoot double pistol fingers at the fooled target.

History: Cory lived on a farm with his mother, near the main road leading to a nearby town. 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. By chance he met his brother recently and the two have been together since.

Motivation: Wants to raise his children well; and doesn't want to be a herbalist and was forced into it by his family

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Family, Military. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: Speaks with squeezed throat

Possessions: 100 gp.

Description: This man is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down. He has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized amber on his right hand. His golden hair is cut short. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: He is a melancholic, but persistent worker. He resents family life and as such spurns the advances of admirers. He also is a firm believer in the manly ideal.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious western family, he was no stranger to responsibility. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep; and he is greedy

Flaws: Insomniac, Depressed, Impulsive. Bonds: Rich, Religious. Occupation: Scribe

Voice: Can't modulate volume

Possessions: 10000 cp.

Description: A man with a calm yet intense air about him, he wears very tight pants and wife beaters, though occasionally he sports a red coat. His silver hair and beard is wavy and long. His brown eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: A skeptical and narcissistic man, John's first love is himself. His second love is also himself. He is a ruthless business man, a trait he acquired from his mother.

History: Born to a Knight, his mother struggled to pay the bills. 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. He then took over the family business and is one of the better Apothecary for hire.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Impeccable, Entrepeneur, Optimist. Bonds: Poor, Job. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Uses sign language

Possessions: 400 gp. 1 Healer’s kit.

Description: Relatively heavier built than your average man, he is not imposing. He wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. He keeps his long brown hair kept up in a rat tail. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: He is not truly malevolent, but he is obsessed with painting. He constantly tries to fill his life with painting. 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: When he was but 3 years old his parents immigrated from the west. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He now has a substantial network of resources ranging from contacts to ships to peers.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world.

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Artistic, Logical. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Immigrant. Occupation: Glassblower

Voice: Scratchy, weak

Possessions: 300 gp. Brown-green garnet (60 gp). Jet (60 gp). White pearl (60 gp).