Description: A man with a calm yet intense air about him, he is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. With bright silver hair and a scraggly beard. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. He is frequently practicing swordplay.

History: Sold as a small child to a necromancer, Bertram was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. His mother had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: He wants nothing more than to rejoin the army.

Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Military, Mentor, Rich. Occupation: Shoemaker

Voice: Smooth and feminine

Possessions: 1500 sp. Silver pearl (70 gp). 1 Masterwork Heavy steel shield. 1 Half-Plate. 1 Buckler.

Description: He is of a modest build and height, but he carries himself more imposing than he is. 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 sports a flattop hair cut. His gray eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: Prone to second guessing himself, he comes off as nervous. He does suffer from mild PTSD, and the sight of orcs may trigger it at times.

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Justin was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. After coming to the age of reason, Justin took it upon himself to study the psionic arts in their entirety; because of this, he was labeled a dark omen and banished from his homeland. He was granted psionic powers by his dying brother.

Motivation: His name or reputation has been wronged in the past by orcs, and he desires to right it.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Rich, Enemies, Mentor. Occupation: Sage

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: He wears a grey vest with golden trim over his white shirt. His blue leather gloves and pants are well-kept, and his grey boots flare out at the collars. He is portly but not overly obese. His hair is red and curly. His eyes are hazel and catlike.

Personality: Gerald speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. He is clearly well-traveled and educated. He is frequently practicing swordplay.

History: He was born several months after his father was called into army service. He graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. He advanced relatively quickly due to his good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. He left for the west, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: To reunite with his old friends; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Impeccable. Bonds: Military, Immigrant, Adventurer. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: 100 gp. 1 Masterwork Heavy wooden shield. 1 Darkwood Buckler.

Description: His skin is bronze and flawless. He wears black leather gloves, a black jacket, and tight pants. He is an epitome of beauty. His moppish blonde hair is in a traditional bowl cut. He has green eyes.

Personality: He believes mankind has become decadent and spoiled by the march of civilization and an end should come to life as we know it. He is susceptible to being scared and is in actuality easily frightened. He likes to tell stories.

History: His parents moved while he was still in utero so he is the first generation to be born here. He worked as a nervous Animal Trainer and found it very stressful. He ran away from his former home and has been making his living as a Animal Trainer for the past few years.

Motivation: He feels threatened by others; and he is terrified, and will act out of fear

Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Nature, Immigrant, Job. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Hissing voice

Possessions: 400 gp. Deep blue spinel (500 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (13 gp). Alexandrite (500 gp).

Description: This light-skinned male wears well tailored suits and hats with beautiful decoration. He is almost always dressed for an outing in high society. He is tall, broad shouldered and powerfully built. His hair, while still mostly black, has prominent grey streaks. His face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. His spectacle hidden eyes are a deep hazel.

Personality: He thrives on attention. He does whatever is in his power to gain the attention of whomever he deems a fit date. He feeds upon the attention of others.

History: He was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. His martial abilities were realized during a raid on his village. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: To reunite with his absent mother; and regain custody of his daughter

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Family. Occupation: Miner

Voice: Russian accent

Possessions: 100 gp.