Description: He is of a modest build and height, but he carries himself more imposing than he is. He wears a robe, a symbol of luck around his neck, and a sai on his belt. His hair is always cut to a buzz. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: He is very quiet and rarely speaks above a whisper. He is used to getting what he wants. In part because he is a meticulous planner.

History: When he was but 4 years old his parents immigrated from the north. A few years later when the south was not economically sound they moved to his current location. 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. Manfred fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: He is currently in port desperately looking for someone to get him out; and he is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs

Ideals: Fighting, Professionalism. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Immigrant, Slave. Occupation: Performer

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 100 gp.

Description: This malnourished man tends to wear a grey poncho over his likewise colored trousers and shirt. He has no hair. He wears an eyepatch.

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 often prim and proper but will on occasion tell either really disgusting or offensive jokes, which seem out of character.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Nicholas grew up listening to his mother's many stories. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Soapmaker hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. He has dedicated himself to building a better trade route.

Motivation: He wants to meet his childhood hero; and he desires power and/or immortality

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Smoker's lung

Possessions: 23000 sp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is an attractive man, lean and moderately muscular. He tends to wear a heavy leather apron. Coupled with his rolled up shirt sleeves this gives him a very relaxed look. His golden hair is cut jaggedly and amateurishly. His face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. His spectacle hidden eyes are a deep brown.

Personality: He runs his personal life as if detached from it. He organizes appointments and outings based on perceived benefits he will get from it. To his fellows he is seen as friendly and intelligent, but is angry and unforgiving to the so called fatcats and any who do and have associated with them.

History: He was born in a small island village. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to drow demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: To unite with his sister; and an old rival family wants him found

Flaws: Selfish. Bonds: Attractive, Enemies, Nature, Rich, Family. Occupation: Carpenter

Voice: High pitched, excited

Possessions: 13000 sp.

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he is dressed in an above average manner. He wears a colorful flower in his silver hair. His eyes are amber and catlike.

Personality: He has always had a great fascination with Human culture. His temper goes off on the smallest of things. He tends to lash out at those around him.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. Cursed with unlife at a very young age, Patrick has worked very hard to control his curse. After a long history of fighting, Patrick and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: Human compassion.

Flaws: Racist, Antagonistic, Disease. Bonds: Attractive, Poor. Occupation: Navigator

Voice: Laughs frequently while speaking

Possessions: 300 gp. Banded agate (4 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is a physically imposing light-skinned man. He wears long strands of topaz and short grey dresses (or suits) accompanied by the proper stockings and shoes, with gloves of varying lengths. He has auburn hair. His eyes are likewise gray. His teeth are yellowed and unaligned.

Personality: Friendly and accommodating he would invite many more into his home than his spouse would be comfortable with if they did not express concern about it. He will often invite strangers home for dinner and talk their ears off. He cares deeply for his spouse and does his best to make sure his guests look presentable.

History: He is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. He struck it rich when he found rare goods in large quantities. He knows his nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but him.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and wishes to resurrect an old love

Ideals: Philantrophist, Optimist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, In love. Occupation: Detective

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 3100 sp. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.