Description: His skin has the orange glow of too much sun. He wears clothing that is held on in multiple layers but all of it is in poor condition. Sporting a white mohawk and bushy mustache this man's hair draws a lot of attention. His eyes are brown and beady.

Personality: Soft-spoken and well mannered, he has an amazing amount of patience and a slow boiling temper. He tends to be very friendly, and is drawn to music, the smells of food and wine, and out-door festivals.

History: Sold as a small child to a slaver, Hugh was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved; and a rival would like him out of the picture

Ideals: Disciplined, Optimist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Mentor. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: 400 gp. Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp).

Description: He is a pot bellied southern man with a big hulking figure and broad shoulders. He wears rags and sports a simple walking cane. His wide-brimmed hat is riddled with cuts and holes. This blue eyed southerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: He can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. Energy wise he seems alert and responsive.

History: Gifted from a young age, Balimaar studied abroad. He was part of a huge silver rush, which was taken over by a mining company. The company confiscated a lot of silver, but the shipment was lost. He has dedicated himself to building a better village for his children.

Motivation: He desires power and/or immortality.

Ideals: Athletic, Gifted, Professionalism. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Mason

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 400 gp.

Description: A man with a friendly, welcoming air about him, he wears tattered old clothes. His hair is long and chestnut with streaks of auburn, and is pulled back with small white clips. His beard is auburn, braided, and well cared for. His ears are large.

Personality: He can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. He is an amazing painter.

History: Born in the west to a Scribe, Thomas learned a great deal about his mother's area of expertise. His parents were killed by dire rats in a raid when he was still a young child. The dire rats captured him, and made him a slave and general play-thing. He was beaten and tortured regularly, leading to his deformed appearance. He became a Scribe soon after.

Motivation: He has a rivalry with the Church that dominates his actions; and he is unsatisfied with his job

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job, Enemies, Religious. Occupation: Scribe

Voice: Soft and melodious

Possessions: 200 gp. Black pearl (200 gp). 1 Masterwork studded leather.

Description: This petite short man is perpetually holding a beer of some kind. He has a large brown mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into his violet robe, marred by beers. His hair is short and blonde. His amber eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: He is a jovial happy person, but he is convinced people are living their lives too quickly. Energy wise he seems alert and responsive.

History: Sold as a small child to a necromancer, Gerald was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. He couldn't stand his childhood mentor and eventually formed a pact with his mentor's previously failed apprentice to rebel. When their plan failed the mentor lashed out against both of them and fled. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of his brother.

Ideals: Optimist, Professionalism. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Mentor, Family. Occupation: Bellfounder

Voice: Loud with bravado

Possessions: 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He wears an entirely blue suit with brown socks and a vest with buckled shoes. He has relatively light skin and is very physically imposing due to his abundance of muscles. His hair is red, silky, and of moderate length. His eyes are violet.

Personality: This man loves poetry and to teach people poetry more than just about anything. He is however nostalgic and wants to reunite with his old comrades. He has some compunction and patriotism and will work for the government before all other clients.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. He inherited a moderately successful company from his mother. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: He has passion for adventuring and risk.

Ideals: Artistic. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer, Mentor, Rich. Occupation: Crown-heir

Voice: Hissing voice

Possessions: 37000 sp. 1 Minor magic item.