Description: He is a mite stocky and is dressed in an above average manner. His red hair has been sun bleached extensively. He has several tiny opal 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 invented a lineage for himself and claims to be descended from several legendary heroes.

History: The child of eastern immigrants he idolized his mother. His mother had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. 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: Meet up once more with his childhood friend.

Ideals: Optimist. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Adventurer, Immigrant. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Excited and jittery

Possessions: 400 gp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: Wearing a closed helm and plate, one would not know what he was had he not made sure his armor was more form fitting than normal. Outside of the suit he wears a tight fitting blue shirt and pants. His long silver hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. He is very pretty but has cold, dead eyes.

Personality: He is curt in most of his responses. He prefers to keep his word usage to a minimum to avoid giving away unnecessary information. He loves his children and doesn't want them to worry about him. He loves to share his poetry with anyone who is interested.

History: Charles lived on a farm with his mother, near the main road leading to a nearby town. His mother disappeared, and while he tried to raise money to find his mother, he was betrayed dozens of times. He has since lost track of the people in his past.

Motivation: Wants to raise his children well; and an old rival family wants him found

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Family. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Low and grunting

Possessions: 300 gp. 3 Tanglefoot bags.

Description: This southern man is abnormally tall. He wears a lot of dark rich colors, with gold accents. His whole body is exceptionally muscular. He has a small bristly mustache and wavy chestnut hair. His fair skin shows little sign of his aristocratic breeding.

Personality: Abrasive and pushy, he has a hard time making friends. His brief stint in the army gave him the idea he was invincible and that he is the toughest man alive.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious southern family, he was no stranger to responsibility. He took every job he could get his hands on, but the opportunities for Humans in the south were limited. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs.

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Military, Religious. Occupation: Priest

Voice: Scratchy, weak

Possessions: 200 gp. An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (40 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp).

Description: Dark and lean, he is a relatively plain man. He wears a black coat over a tan low-cut shirt, and a wide-brimmed hat upon his head. 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 amber.

Personality: Calm and collected, he is a well trained Spy. He can see the true alignment of people by looking at them, and uses this to pass judgement.

History: A child with a great deal of poetry talent his parents made sure he got the chance to thrive. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: He has decided he is irredeemable; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Gifted, Artistic. Bonds: Job, Adventurer, Criminal record. Occupation: Spy

Voice: Eastern European accent

Possessions: 600 gp. Rich purple corundum (400 gp). Rock crystal (40 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He prefers to wear black pants and tee shirts, and carries quarterstaffs. He wears his golden hair up. His face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. His spectacle hidden eyes are a deep green.

Personality: He is extraordinarily eccentric. He has zero loyalty and will suck up to whomever is within range, in the hopes of being moved to a better position.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his mother and father. His mother taught him the rudiments of the Barrister arts, while his father instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. Aside from being a slave or a gladiator, there isn't much legitimate work for Humans in Shane's homeland. Shane decided to take the middle way and become a bodyguard. He left for the east, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: He is wracked by social anxiety; and he has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Insane, Fearful. Bonds: Rich, Immigrant. Occupation: Barrister

Voice: High pitched and raspy

Possessions: 400 gp. Coral (60 gp). Star rose quartz (50 gp).