Description: He is a small man, but exceptionally fit. He dresses in blue turtlenecks beneath a black coat with pastel slacks. He is bald on top and has large white tufts of hair around his ears. He wears an eyepatch.

Personality: Overbrimming with self-confidence, Ernest isn't afraid of most anything. He has a strong dislike to people who do not believe in Human unity. He spends most of his days drinking in the Inn, the rowdiest and most dangerous establishment in town. There he gambles, wrestles and listens to stories told by travelers.

History: He was born at the edge of vast island. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Athletic, Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Adventurer, Nature. Occupation: Mortician

Voice: Speaks with a cold

Possessions: 44000 sp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This light-skinned male wears tight fitting pants and leather jackets. He usually doesn't wear a shirt. He is tall, broad shouldered and powerfully built. His silver hair, when down, is lengthy. His fair skin shows little sign of his aristocratic breeding.

Personality: He is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as he rather likes the sound of his voice. His demeanor is somewhat feminine. He does not trust anyone and sleeps with one eye open.

History: His parents moved while he was still in utero so he is the first generation to be born here. His mother disappeared, and while he tried to raise money to find his mother, he was betrayed dozens of times. When his spouse passed he lost his only source of income but claims to his daughters to still be retired.

Motivation: Balancing his hectic life and new Soapmaker responsibilities is difficult; and wants to raise his children well

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Family, Job. Occupation: Soapmaker

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

Possessions: 600 gp. Chrysoberyl (70 gp). Jet (70 gp). Red garnet (70 gp). Chrysoprase (40 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This fat eastern man has a bulbous nose and wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. His skin is also unnaturally pale. His tied-back hair is brown. His blue eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: He is a very happy person and has lots of energy. To put it simply, he's a very lovable idiot. He is however nostalgic and wants to reunite with his old comrades. He has some compunction and patriotism and will work for the government before all other clients.

History: He was born on a small isolated farm. Over the years he perfected his riding and shooting skills. He is searching for what he claims is his rightful reward.

Motivation: He has passion for adventuring and risk; and to reunite with his old friends

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Optimist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Adventurer, Nature. Occupation: Interpreter

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 2600 sp. 1 Half-Plate.

Description: A man with a friendly, welcoming air about him, he does not wear sleeves and tends to eschew shirts when he can avoid it. His black hair is still thick. His half smiles and hazel eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: Stoic and calm, he prefers to meditate than take action. He is a big fan of imagination and believes people should spend more time reading and writing.

History: His history is one of pain. He was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves his parents kept. Through the years after Shane was born, his mother became increasingly distant from his family, instead choosing to pursue power in the north. Shane's mother didn't care for him much, and the feeling was mutual. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and he is currently in port desperately looking for someone to get him out

Ideals: Disciplined, Logical. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Slave. Occupation: Barber

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: Deep green spinel (50 gp). Zircon (50 gp). Banded agate (15 gp).

Description: The man speaks with an almost imperceptible accent. He seems to always be the slightest bit damp as if he got out from a pool a few moments ago. He wears a black collared shirt and brown pants. He accessorizes with a red scarf around the waist and a strap diagonally across his shirt. His chestnut hair is cut short with large spiked bangs in the front. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are brown.

Personality: Eccentric and domineering, Raymond will drive conversation. He also has developed a complete distrust of the Miner profession.

History: He was born at the edge of vast desert. Because his father participated in the massacre of their homeland, dire rats burned their ranch to the ground and forced them out. He was preparing to flee to the west, but the outbreak of war prevented him and his mother from journeying west to reunite his family. He ran away from his former home and has been making his living as a Guard for the past few years.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor; and expand his business

Ideals: Extrovert. Bonds: Immigrant, Job, Nature, Enemies. Occupation: Guard

Voice: Boston accent

Possessions: 15000 cp. Sardonyx (30 gp).