Description: This slender man stands about 5'2". He wears a tattered pair of loose black pants, a matching torn shirt, and a visible pair of similar condition same color briefs. He sports a long silver beard, and similarly colored long hair. He has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. He wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: He cares much about the opinion of others, both in good and in bad: when keeping in line with his opinion, he thinks highly of the other person, but when opinions clash, he can get violently argumentative. He will do just about anything if he becomes convinced it is for someone's true love, of this he is easily convinced.

History: He was born several months after his father was called into army service. After coming to the age of reason, Aldous took it upon himself to study the necromantic arts in their entirety; because of this, he was labeled a dark omen and banished from his homeland. He has recently attracted an admirer that believes he's playing hard to get.

Motivation: He has a crush on the local Gardener.

Ideals: Opinionated, Gifted. Bonds: Poor, Has a crush, Military. Occupation: Barrister

Voice: Aggressive tone

Possessions: 900 sp.

Description: He is in excellent shape and prefers to wear the grand gowns of high society. He carries his fan with him everywhere and carries himself as the perfect gentleman. He wears a colorful flower in his golden hair. He is baby faced.

Personality: He is not truly malevolent, but he is obsessed with writing. He constantly tries to fill his life with writing. He is obsessed with a lost civilization.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his father and mother. His father taught him the rudiments of the Courier arts, while his mother instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). 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: He has passion for adventuring and risk.

Ideals: Athletic, Artistic. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Adventurer. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Pronounces difficult words wrong

Possessions: 400 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A thin man, he clearly needs to put on some weight, but he still has a lot of muscle. He wears a large hat to cast shadows over his face and wears ponchos to better hide his body. His auburn hair, when down, is lengthy. His brown eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: He tends to agree with only himself unless someone else's opinion sounds like he can profit from it. He tries to control his temper but he can't always stop himself from what he feels what must be done. He works hard and plays hard.

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Anselm was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. Anselm liked to wander the woods near his home when he was young, something he still likes to do at least once a week. He never liked modest clothing or shoes, so he would wander the woods barefoot and lightly dressed, and he developed a good sense of balance and learned how to climb and swim well. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC.

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Antagonistic, Hedonist. Bonds: Mentor, Nature. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Russian accent

Possessions: 500 gp. Alexandrite (800 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This man is bedraggled and starved. He wears a fancy violet suit. His golden hair and beard is wavy and long. His gray eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: He loves telling others what to do and how they should feel about things. He uses his nature as a weapon; he likes to lead opponents to think him in distress.

History: Don was born into a poor family. Growing up, he dreamt of becoming a Fighter, to bring honor to his family’s name. When he came of age, he applied for a position with his town's local guard, looking to work his way up via merit and eventually become a Fighter in service of a powerful lord somewhere. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Assassin hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and he desires power and/or immortality

Ideals: Opinionated. Flaws: Insane, Secretive. Bonds: Attractive, Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Assassin

Voice: pre-pubescent

Possessions: Rich purple corundum (800 gp).

Description: He appears as an extremely gaunt Human, and stands approximately 5'11". He is perpetually draped in fineries, but all of this concealed by his earthly robes., and his gloved hand is found clutching a quarterstaff. His hair is long and silver with streaks of red, and is pulled back with small black clips. His beard is red, braided, and well cared for. His half smiles and brown eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: Stoic and calm, he prefers to meditate than take action. He is a font of random trivia from the lore and stories he has discovered

History: His history is one of pain. He was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves his parents kept. His family was turned out during the war. He and his family wandered east to less war torn lands. He routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: He is currently in port desperately looking for someone to get him out; and to reunite with his absent father

Ideals: Disciplined, Logical. Flaws: PTSD. Bonds: Attractive, Slave. Occupation: Ploughman

Voice: Speaks with back of mouth

Possessions: 500 gp. 1 Minor magic item.