Description: A plain young-adult man, he wears a robe, a symbol of the four houses of cards around his neck, and a mace on his belt. He has a red handlebar mustache and slicked back red hair. He has gleaming, smiling hazel eyes.

Personality: He is quite rude, and likes to deride his opponents skill and shout insults at them. He misses his home and complains about the freezing weather, even in summer.

History: He was raised in a forest tribe. He was taken from his home at a very young age. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever.

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Immigrant, Nature, Slave. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Pronounces difficult words wrong

Possessions: 100 gp. Red-brown spinel (160 gp). Deep blue spinel (800 gp). Smoky quartz (70 gp). 1 Half-Plate. 1 Chain shirt. 1 Half-Plate.

Description: This eastern man's face is deformed and paralyzed on one side. As such, he slurs his words together. He tends to wear a pastel poncho over his likewise colored trousers and shirt. His head has been shaved. He has several tiny emerald earrings on each ear.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. He dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. His biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious eastern family, he was no stranger to responsibility. He has chosen to use the inheritance that was left to him frivolously. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: He has a rivalry with the Church that dominates his actions.

Ideals: Optimist, Logical. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Religious. Occupation: Cook

Voice: Soft and melodious

Possessions: 29000 cp. 1 Masterwork Heavy wooden shield. 1 Half-Plate.

Description: He is in excellent shape and wears dull white sweaters, loose brown pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath his sweater he keeps a concealed trident, just in case. His white hair is cut short. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: He has always had a great fascination with Human culture. Balimaar enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for his love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: Balimaar was raised in a hard working conservative environment. Before the accident, he was one of the most outspoken anti-Human activists. He was mortally wounded, saved by a kind and fast-acting Human doctor. He then took over the family business and is one of the better Body Guard for hire.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often.

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Racist, Hedonist. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: 100 gp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He is well dressed, constantly wearing a black suit, white shirt, and tan tie. His long brown hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. His amber eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: He is erratic and paranoid. He believes dire rats are coming to abduct people. He plays an instrument quite well.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when dire rats swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. He found a children's book about a Human Fighter who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. He modeled his life after the story, seeing himself destined a hero. When he grew older, he became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. He began work as a mercenary for hire. He would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: He wants revenge against dire rats; and he has a rivalry with the church that dominates his actions

Ideals: Artistic. Bonds: Immigrant, Enemies, Religious, Adventurer. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Pirate accent

Possessions: 400 gp. Citrine (30 gp). Amethyst (80 gp). Peridot (30 gp). 1 Masterwork Musical instrument. 1 Good lock. 1 Crowbar.

Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He prefers to wear tan pants and tee shirts. His golden hair is cut short. His eyes are amber.

Personality: Always inclined to offer people food he seems plenty friendly. He is harsh and unforgiving.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. A serious injury left his mother unemployed and in need of constant care. His family became saddled with debt trying to care for his infirm mother. He now spends his time doing works of charity.

Motivation: He made a deal with a demon which lead to his current lot in life, and he's becoming increasingly nervous about it.

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Immigrant, Poor, Debt. Occupation: Miller

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 400 gp.