Description: This man wears a red vest and prefers green and tan shirts. His boots appear to have been at one point steel toed but are quite worn down, and sports empty pouches on his belt. His brown hair, when down, is lengthy. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: He considers himself a man of culture and sophistication. He likes a good challenge to his wits. He is cautious and jumpy. He reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

History: He was born into a rich family. Being born in the south, 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 south 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 east. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of his sister; and to reunite with his absent mother

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly, Fearful. Bonds: Rich, Family. Occupation: Barber

Voice: Farmer accent

Possessions: 100 gp.

Description: He tends to wear a heavy leather apron. Coupled with his rolled up shirt sleeves this gives him a very relaxed look. He carries with him a set of sais on his belt, each one with a aquamarine on the hilt. With bright brown hair and a scraggly beard. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

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. His home and work are filled with various knick knacks he has acquired through the years. He cares a great deal for his adopted teenage daughter.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Crown-heir work with an outfit from a few towns over. Crown-heir work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Retire the richest man in the south; and balancing his hectic life and new crown-heir responsibilities is difficult

Ideals: Fighting, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Family, Job. Occupation: Crown-heir

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 600 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is dressed in an above average manner. He is bristling with hidden weapons, mostly glaives and axes. His hair is golden, silky, and of moderate length. His hazel eyes peer out from beneath his top brown hat.

Personality: He is not truly malevolent, but he is obsessed with painting. He constantly tries to fill his life with painting. He does suffer from mild PTSD, and the sight of brigands may trigger it at times.

History: He was raised in a white middle class family as the only child. His family was being driven out of business by several neighboring competitors. The father sought out extralegal help and others began closing their doors. He saw this and took pride in his father's willingness to do anything to win. He has recently gotten a pet goose that steals things from people.

Motivation: Many brigands want him driven away; and he seems to be bored by most things

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Attractive, Criminal record, Enemies. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Russian accent

Possessions: 100 gp.

Description: An older man who wears a black tunic with tan highlights, and long brown pants that bunch up around his shoes, he is not a threatening figure. His white hair is thinning but still full. His blue eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: He acts crazy and hedonistic. 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: Patrick was born to in a poor docking district. He spent his early days working in the same smith shop his mother was employed at, doing general labor. A gifted student he started as a Crown-heir, but he got bored and became a Mayor. Since then, he has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep; and wants to have a good time and be beloved

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Hedonist, Insomniac. Bonds: In love, Poor, Job. Occupation: Mayor

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 40000 sp. Aquamarine (1100 gp). Rhodochrosite (8 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Relatively heavier built than your average man, he is not imposing. He is typically in his Locksmith uniform. His golden hair is cut short. His gray eyes peer out from beneath his wide-brimmed black hat.

Personality: He will rave to anyone who will listen. His temper goes off on the smallest of things. He tends to lash out at those around him.

History: He was born to loving parents in a slum to the north. Over the years he perfected his riding and shooting skills. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor; and wants to open a new tavern

Flaws: Insane, Antagonistic. Bonds: Job, Poor, Nature. Occupation: Locksmith

Voice: French accent

Possessions: 400 gp.