Description: The light-skinned man stands 6'3" and prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for his hunting needs. His red hair is smooth and relatively long. His gray eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: He loves telling others what to do and how they should feel about things. He misses his home and complains about the freezing weather, even in summer.

History: John lived on a farm with his mother, near the main road leading to a nearby town. He struck it rich when he found rare goods in large quantities. He became a Mercenary soon after.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and obtaining odd cultural human artifacts is his passion

Ideals: Opinionated. Bonds: Rich, Immigrant, Family, Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: Uses sign language

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: A stocky darker skinned man, he wears very tight pants and wife beaters, though occasionally he sports a yellow coat. He sports a flattop hair cut. His hazel eyes peer out from beneath his Stetson yellow hat.

Personality: He is quite rude, and likes to deride his opponents skill and shout insults at them. He has a cruel streak; something he gained from his previous mentor. He harbors resentment against his former mentor.

History: He is a Slaad in disguise. He took every job he could get his hands on, but the opportunities for Humans in the west were limited. He now travels the world, in search of power and loot.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor; and to reunite with his old friends

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Mentor, Adventurer, Immigrant, Job. Occupation: Beggar

Voice: Prounounces S like Z

Possessions: 400 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is a husky man, who tends to wear a heavy leather apron. Coupled with his rolled up shirt sleeves this gives him a very relaxed look. His blonde hair is long and unkept. He is missing an eye and his face is severely sunburned. His one remaining eye shines blue.

Personality: He considers himself the protector of his home. He feels this is his duty and calling. He is obsessed with finding treasure.

History: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. He has had some formal singing training, and achieved minor success. He has since married many spouses, only to have them die. He claims to not be responsible.

Motivation: He feels the way he acts is they only way to get by in the world; and he has passion for adventuring and risk

Ideals: Artistic, Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Guardian, Adventurer, In love. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: Timid voice

Possessions: 2000 sp.

Description: He wears an old set of leather armor, nicked and torn by the ravages of time and battle. His hair is white and curly. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are gray.

Personality: He misses his glory days as an athlete. He does not mind his job, but it is boring in comparison. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: When he was but 8 years old his parents immigrated from the east. He was one of the best in his class, and was picked up by his current employer. He quickly showed his capability and was soon promoted to a head role. He has achieved small success as a Blacksmith.

Motivation: Balancing his hectic life and new Blacksmith responsibilities is difficult; and expand his business

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Immigrant, Job. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: 100 gp.

Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He prefers to wear tan clothing when he does not wear armor. His head has been shaved. His hazel eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: A skeptical and narcissistic man, Henry's first love is himself. His second love is also himself. He is a logical person and will generally grow upset if things defy logic and science.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when giants swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. Because his mother participated in the massacre of their homeland, giants burned their ranch to the ground and forced them out. He was preparing to flee to the north, but the outbreak of war prevented him and his father from journeying north to reunite his family. He left for the north, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: Several ex partners dislike his way of doing things and want revenge; and his name or reputation has been wronged in the past by giants, and he desires to right it

Ideals: Impeccable, Logical. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Immigrant, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Fletcher

Voice: Smooth and feminine

Possessions: 500 sp. Brown-green garnet (100 gp). 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.