Description: A pudgy man standing about 5'9" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He wears a brown cloak and cross-gartered red stockings. His silver hair is still thick. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He is unhospitable to his core. His small house has "No trespassing" Signs all over it. The war was a terrible time for him, and John does not often speak of it. When he does, he does so with a strained expression and tears in his eyes.

History: He was born with several neurological imbalances, which makes sleep difficult for him. It may also be what makes him so good at details. 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 was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: He feels kind of lost in life.

Flaws: Antagonistic, Depressed, Disease, Insomniac. Bonds: Military. Occupation: Cook

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: 300 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A man with a friendly, welcoming air about him, he wears dull black sweaters, loose green pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath his sweater he keeps a concealed shield, just in case. He has styled his silver hair well, parting it to the left. He wears an eyepatch.

Personality: He cares much about the opinion of others, both in good and in bad: when keeping in line with his opinion, he thinks highly of the other person, but when opinions clash, he can get violently argumentative. He has a taste for the finer things and spends a great deal of money on luxuries, some more exotic than others.

History: He was born with several neurological imbalances, which makes sleep difficult for him. It may also be what makes him so good at details. His mother had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He is greedy; and money/treasure

Ideals: Opinionated. Flaws: Ugly, Disease, Insomniac. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Baker

Voice: Soothing and warm

Possessions: 300 gp.

Description: This man is very fat, and likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. He wears his hair in dreadlocks. This amber eyed northerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: He likes to make people angry or surprised. A fanatic, his devotion to his small selection of gods is unquestionable. He claims to be doing their will and will base all his actions on whether or not they would be pleasing to the gods.

History: He was raised by priests from a young age. He moved from fad to fad and when he turned 15 he discovered writing. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: His religion dominates his actions.

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Religious, Mentor. Occupation: Crown-heir

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 200 gp. Blue quartz (8 gp). Violet garnet (600 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Runty and weak-looking, he prefers to wear red clothing when he does not wear armor. His silver hair is cut jaggedly and amateurishly. He has brown eyes and a red hat with a black feather.

Personality: He is unhospitable to his core. His small house has "No trespassing" Signs all over it. He misses his home and complains about the freezing weather, even in summer.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. In his 11th year, his parents were killed by a giants raid, leaving Tim alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, he was adopted. By chance he met his sister recently and the two have been together since.

Motivation: Regain custody of his daughter.

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant, Enemies, Family. Occupation: Beggar

Voice: Adds syll-ab-les for em-pha-sis

Possessions: 400 gp. Alexandrite (400 gp). Citrine (80 gp).

Description: He likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. He has a slight overbite and is overall scrawny. He is bald on top and has large chestnut tufts of hair around his ears. He has several tiny amethyst earrings on each ear.

Personality: He is business-like. He takes instructions and follows them to the letter. Any perceived weakness will be pressed and exploited. He is seen as merciless and passionate.

History: He comes from a rich southern family. His mother disappeared, and while he tried to raise money to find his mother, he was betrayed dozens of times. After months of barely getting by, Alex managed to ambush a major caravan with a load of valuables. Instantly wealthy, he made his way to the capital under a new identity.

Motivation: A rival would like him out of the picture.

Ideals: Professionalism. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Criminal record, Family. Occupation: Map Maker

Voice: Old thin voice

Possessions: 200 gp. 1 Chain shirt. 1 Masterwork Heavy steel shield. 1 Half-Plate.