Description: He tends to wear a brown poncho over his likewise colored trousers and shirt, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 5'5" when asserting himself. Sporting a white mohawk and bushy mustache this man's hair draws a lot of attention. His eyes are hazel.

Personality: He barks his statements quickly and with little fuss. He prefers small words and is at his heart utilitarian. Further he is a bit of a stoner and is frequently out of it.

History: Born in the north to a Mayor, Aldous learned a great deal about his mother's area of expertise. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Mayor work with an outfit from a few towns over. Mayor work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He ran away from his former home and has been making his living as a Mayor for the past few years.

Motivation: He has passion for adventuring and risk; and expand his business

Flaws: Terse, Addict. Bonds: Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Mayor

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: 200 gp. 3 Thunderstones. 4 Smokesticks.

Description: 6'0" and lanky with angular features, he is an attractive figure. He is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down. He wears a colorful flower in his white hair. He tend to wears goggles to shield his eyes.

Personality: He shows great sympathy to all travelers. He's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. He cannot deal with unfamiliar people for more than a few minutes at a time and if they persist he will grow angry at them.

History: He comes from a rich eastern family. A freak accident while working with his Adventurer mother left him crippled. 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's repulsed by the PC; and he uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Antagonistic, Disease. Bonds: Attractive, Rich. Occupation: Masseuse

Voice: Spits words with contempt

Possessions: 60 pp.

Description: He stands about 5'2" and wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. His left leg appears badly burned and disfigured. He has a small bristly mustache and wavy black hair. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: He is quite gentle and does not know the full extent of his strength. He works very hard to maintain that gentleness. He does not trust anyone and sleeps with one eye open.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. In his formative years he discovered how persuasive he was. He began using that to his advantage selling useless wares at inflated prices. He now has a substantial network of resources ranging from contacts to ships to peers.

Motivation: Retire the richest man in the south.

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Disciplined. Flaws: Insomniac. Occupation: Miner

Voice: Old thin voice

Possessions: 1800 sp. 1 Everburning torch.

Description: A stocky lighter skinned man, he wears tight fitting clothing which further accentuates his frame. He has a small bristly mustache and wavy blonde hair. His eyes are gray and catlike.

Personality: Aggressive, abrasive, and angry, Simon embodies much of what other species detest in the Humans. As he has aged he has sought to do reparations for his actions as a youth. He is also making sure that his compatriots who never received punishment for their crimes are brought to justice.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Simon grew up listening to his mother's many stories. He has had some formal dancing training, and achieved minor success. He has dedicated himself to building a better world.

Motivation: He's looking for his big break; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Justice, Artistic. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Criminal record, Adventurer. Occupation: Servant

Voice: Nasally tone

Possessions: 200 gp. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: This man is renowned for his bright black suits and hats. He has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized topaz on his right hand. With a patchy brown beard and wild brown hair. He has violet eyes.

Personality: He shows great sympathy to all travelers. He's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. He loves his children and doesn't want them to worry about him. He loves to share his dancing with anyone who is interested.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when goblins swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. He struck it rich when he found rare goods in large quantities. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: Several ex partners dislike his way of doing things and want revenge.

Ideals: Philantrophist, Artistic. Bonds: Rich, Family, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Mason

Voice: Australian accent

Possessions: 200 gp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.