Description: He is a man of bearing and well nourished. He wears tattered old clothes. His hair is chestnut and curly. His gray eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: He is witty, but his monotone delivery comes off as unnerving He also has developed a complete distrust of the Spice Merchant profession.

History: He was born with several neurological imbalances, which makes sleep difficult for him. It may also be what makes him so good at details. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Engraver work with an outfit from a few towns over. Engraver work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He then took over the family business and is one of the better Engraver for hire.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and sabotage a competitor

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Ugly, Disease, Insomniac. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Engraver

Voice: Italian accent

Possessions: 700 sp.

Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He likes to wear pastel tank tops with tan pants. His silver hair is well kept and his bushy mustache is tapered upwards at the ends. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: In the realm of puns, he cannot help himself. He feels obliged to make them. 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 son.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when giants swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. In his 12th year, his parents were killed by a giants raid, leaving Peter alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, he was adopted. He has been saving his money to try and buy his sister's freedom.

Motivation: Revenge.

Ideals: Joker. Bonds: Immigrant, Family, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Junk Dealer

Voice: pre-pubescent

Possessions: 100 gp. Moonstone (20 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He wears a simple brown robe with violet stripes complete with hood. He sports a long black beard, and similarly colored long hair. His hazel eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

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. Animals are drawn to him, and he is able to talk to them.

History: His history is one of pain. He was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves his parents kept. Gerald abandoned his home at a very young age, living in the fields and plains. He survived everyday through hunting and stealing from passersby. He did whatever it took for him to survive. He has drifted apart from his friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature kukri.

Motivation: He has passion for adventuring and risk.

Ideals: Gifted. Bonds: Immigrant, Nature, Adventurer, Slave. Occupation: Barkeep

Voice: Deep voice with rolling R's

Possessions: 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.

Description: 5'7" and lanky with angular features, he is an attractive figure. He wears tight fitting clothing which further accentuates his frame. He wears his blonde hair up. His violet eyes are passionate and lively.

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 loves teas. He is very sensitive about his face. To blow off anger he lifts weights and to control his otherwise explosive temper he works out a lot.

History: Norman lived on a farm with his mother, near the main road leading to a nearby town. His family was being driven out of business by several neighboring competitors. The mother sought out extralegal help and others began closing their doors. He saw this and took pride in his mother's willingness to do anything to win. He would ruin relationships and cause injury. He was reprimanded several times before being given his current form and forced to learn humility.

Motivation: He seems to be bored by most things; and find a way to reverse the transformation of his brother

Ideals: Optimist, Fighting. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Attractive, Family, Criminal record. Occupation: Seamstress

Voice: Uses lots of figures of speech

Possessions: 100 pp.

Description: This man is well dressed, constantly wearing a blue suit, tan shirt, and black tie. He has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized opal on his left hand. His black hair is cut short with large spiked bangs in the front. He has a tattooed face.

Personality: A grumpy guy he will invite people to lunch so he can critique them. Yet he still seems generally likeable, like a lovable grump. He disdains his fellow westerners, claiming they make him look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: Anthony was born the youngest of three triplets. He has chosen to use the inheritance that was left to him frivolously. He knows his nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but him.

Motivation: Wants to raise his children well; and to reunite with his absent mother

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Immigrant, Family. Occupation: Mortician

Voice: Gruff and masculine

Possessions: 400 gp. Malachite (12 gp).