Description: This fat western man has a bulbous nose and sports green clothing, slightly heavier than average wear. His skin is also unnaturally pale. His silver hair is knotted and matted. His eyes are amber and he is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: A grumpy guy he will invite people to lunch so he can critique them. Yet he still seems generally likeable, like a lovable grump. He does not regard money as being a problem because it has never been a problem for him. He lives in a bit of an ivory tower believing all problems are one quick intervention away from being solved.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Balimaar grew up listening to his father's many stories. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. 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: He has passion for adventuring and risk; and he desires power and/or immortality

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Crown-heir

Voice: Speaks with back of mouth

Possessions: 400 gp. Golden yellow topaz (800 gp).

Description: He is an average looking eastern male in his early mid-life. He wears green leather gloves, a green jacket, and tight pants. His white hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. His face is scarred and worn.

Personality: He never swears and excessively uses polite adverbs when speaking. He also is a firm believer in the manly ideal.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. Being born in the east, he completed his medical training abroad so as to avoid the war. He returned after the war having achieved medical proficiency. He was a general practitioner in the east for years, until he, through no fault of his own, lost a patient who had a very powerful family. Rather than risk reprisal he made his way west. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: To unite with his brother; and his relatives are trying to arrange a marriage

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly, Impulsive. Bonds: Mentor, Family. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: Smoker's lung

Possessions: 300 gp.

Description: Standing 5'2", this man wears well tailored suits and hats with beautiful decoration. He is almost always dressed for an outing in high society. He sports a long golden beard, and similarly colored long hair. His eyes are hazel and beady.

Personality: He considers himself a man of culture and sophistication. He likes a good challenge to his wits. 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 was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. At a young age he wooed the heart of his future spouse and the two had a long relationship before they wed. Since then, he has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him; and money/treasure

Ideals: Impeccable, Optimist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, In love. Occupation: Unemployed

Voice: Pronounces 'its' and 'is' like 'eats' and 'ease'

Possessions: 400 gp. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. He is generally shirtless and showing off his tattooed chest. His black hair is unkempt and raggedy. His blue eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: He is almost excessively polite to everyone, even when angry. He also is a firm believer in the manly ideal.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. As a young adult he joined a group advocating for an improvement in Human conditions. He remains aloof and afraid to be himself due to all the ideals others have placed upon him.

Motivation: A strong sense of loyalty to Human people; and human compassion

Flaws: Ugly, Shy, Impulsive, Racist. Bonds: Poor, Mentor. Occupation: Farmer

Voice: Pronounces 'its' and 'is' like 'eats' and 'ease'

Possessions: 300 gp.

Description: 6'2" and muscular, this northern man wears a blue vest with golden trim over his white shirt. His black leather gloves and pants are well-kept, and his blue boots flare out at the collars. He wears his silver hair up in a very large beehive style do. His eyes are likewise gray. His teeth are white and perfect.

Personality: A rambunctious noisy drunk he knows how to make people feel guilty. When he's not drinking or sleeping the drinks off, he's doing singing.

History: He was born in a small desert village. His father took him hunting and taught him how to get in the mind of other creatures. He has never given up on his singing dream.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often.

Ideals: Athletic, Artistic. Flaws: Depressed. Bonds: Attractive, Nature. Occupation: Performer

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: 300 gp. Moonstone (60 gp). Deep green spinel (40 gp).