Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. He wears a brown coat over a white low-cut shirt, and a Stetson hat upon his head. His white hair is heavily combed to the left. His ears are large.

Personality: In the realm of puns, he cannot help himself. He feels obliged to make them. 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: Ernest was born to in a poor docking district. He spent his early days working in the same smith shop his father was employed at, doing general labor. In his youth he was part of a gang. He got caught, but did not rat out his comrades and served his time in prison. He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: He has passion for adventuring and risk; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Adventurer, Poor, Criminal record. Occupation: Architect

Voice: American accent

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: An older man who wears a tight fitting tan shirt and pants, he is not a threatening figure. He has a red handlebar mustache and slicked back red hair. His violet eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: He is quite rude, and likes to deride his opponents skill and shout insults at them. Conrad enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for his love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: Born in the east to a Bookbinder, Conrad learned a great deal about his father's area of expertise. His father was very strict, and drilled into him lessons on being the perfect gentleman. He has achieved small success as a Bookbinder.

Motivation: He desires power and/or immortality; and balancing his hectic life and new bookbinder responsibilities is difficult

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Antagonistic, Hedonist. Bonds: Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Relaxed voice

Possessions: 42000 sp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is lean but muscular and is armored in gleaming platemail with gilded edges. A flowing black cape and mantle trimmed with soft green waves gently in the breeze. His white hair is well kept and his bushy mustache is tapered upwards at the ends. He has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. He wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: He tends to agree with only himself unless someone else's opinion sounds like he can profit from it. He tries to control his temper but he can't always stop himself from what he feels what must be done. He has a cruel streak; something he gained from his previous mentor. He harbors resentment against his former mentor.

History: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. While studying, he fell in love. They married and had a daughter. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it; and he's repulsed by the pc

Flaws: Antagonistic, Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Mentor, In love. Occupation: Weaver

Voice: pre-pubescent

Possessions: 500 gp. Obsidian (14 gp). Hematite (14 gp). Freshwater pearl (14 gp). Pink pearl (40 gp). 1 Everburning torch. 4 Tanglefoot bags.

Description: He prefers to wear the grand gowns of high society. He carries his fan with him everywhere and carries himself as the perfect gentleman. He has a moderate pudge and is not very fit. He wears his hair in dreadlocks. His skin is flawless and his gray eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: He likes to make people angry or surprised. He is cautious and jumpy. He reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

History: Diggory was raised in a hard working conservative environment. He struck it rich when he found rare goods in large quantities. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: Expand his business; and sabotage a competitor

Flaws: Antagonistic, Fearful. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Job. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Uses sign language

Possessions: 1 Masterwork Musical instrument. 1 Silk rope. 1 Masterwork manacles.

Description: This dark-skinned male wears tight fighting clothing, which leaves very little to the imagination. He is tall, broad shouldered and powerfully built. His red hair is lengthy. He wears an eyepatch.

Personality: He resents people who mock his appearance or him, so he has learned to be the meanest son of a gun. He is ready at a moment's notice to give into his darker urges. He is a real pyromaniac and does not care who the fire hurts. He often ends up burning people alive in the fires he starts.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his mother and father. His mother taught him the rudiments of the Weaver arts, while his father instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. He moved out north to avoid the crime he committed. He is untrained/undisciplined, which makes him dangerous.

Motivation: He feels that his past leaves him morally obligated to help; and money/treasure

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Insane. Bonds: Criminal record, Rich. Occupation: Weaver

Voice: Mousy voice

Possessions: 400 gp.