Description: A man of a pale complexion, he has the majority of his body covered in plate. His blonde hair is heavily combed to the right. He has gleaming, smiling brown eyes.

Personality: Rolf speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. He is clearly well-traveled and educated. He is very protective of his business, his home, and his spouse. He is willing to work with less than legal methods but maintains the front of legitimacy.

History: Rolf was born into a poor family. Growing up, he dreamt of becoming a Fighter, to bring honor to his family’s name. When he came of age, he applied for a position with his town's local guard, looking to work his way up via merit and eventually become a Fighter in service of a powerful lord somewhere. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: He has comitted a past crime that haunts him to this day; and he wants to meet his childhood hero

Ideals: Impeccable. Bonds: Criminal record, Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Farmer

Voice: Eastern European accent

Possessions: 100 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He tends to wear a grey poncho over his likewise colored trousers and shirt. He has a slight overbite and is overall scrawny. His brown hair is braided into rings. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: This man loves writing and to teach people writing more than just about anything. He is obsessed with his god.

History: He was born in the south. He moved from fad to fad and when he turned 15 he discovered writing. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: He is wracked by social anxiety; and he is terrified, and will act out of fear

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Religious, Immigrant, Job. Occupation: Bellfounder

Voice: Shortens vowels

Possessions: 200 gp. 1 Chain shirt.

Description: This exceptionally lanky man is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down. His hair is auburn and very short. His hazel unseeing eyes seem to look past you.

Personality: Aside from being a little slow due to sleep deprivation he is generally quite perceptive. He notices little details and can draw good conclusions from them. He has a small toy that he constantly fidgets with.

History: Sold as a small child to a brothel owner, Hugh was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He got away from his former life and has fallen to alcoholism.

Motivation: To be a Painter again; and to get a good night's sleep

Flaws: Disease, Insomniac, Addict, Ugly. Bonds: Mentor. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: High pitched and raspy

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: Relatively heavier built than your average man, he is not imposing. He wears a lot of dark rich colors, with gold accents. He sports a flattop hair cut. His eyes are likewise green. His teeth are white and perfect.

Personality: Deceptive and manipulative this eastern guy figured out how to best use his charms to convince people to do what he wants. He receives visions of the future at random moments

History: Randal was born with his father's beautiful face. He moved from fad to fad and when he turned 15 he discovered writing. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: To pay off his debts; and expand his business

Ideals: Gifted, Artistic. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Debt. Occupation: Barkeep

Voice: Eastern European accent

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: This petite short man is perpetually holding a tea of some kind. He wears an amalgamation of clothes and depending on the season will wear more layers of the continuing hodge podge, marred by teas. He wears his hair in dreadlocks. His fierce violet eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: Rolf speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. He is clearly well-traveled and educated. He is very protective of his business, his home, and his spouse. He is willing to work with less than legal methods but maintains the front of legitimacy.

History: He is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. His first spouse was a Carpenter, they had one son, but his spouse won total custody. Without his spouse to temper him he grew out of control. When his spouse passed he lost his only source of income but claims to his sons to still be retired.

Motivation: He doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes; and seeks redemption

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Criminal record, Rich, Family. Occupation: Sage

Voice: Scandinavian accent

Possessions: 300 gp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.