Description: This man stands a little under 5'2" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He wears a grey cloak and cross-gartered brown stockings. His moppish auburn hair is in a traditional bowl cut. His eyes are a pleasant blue.

Personality: Friendly and accommodating he would invite many more into his home than his spouse would be comfortable with if they did not express concern about it. He does not mind isolation but does not hate company and attempts to receive them as best as possible.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his father and mother. His father taught him the rudiments of the Priest arts, while his mother instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. He took every job he could get his hands on, but the opportunities for Humans in the north were limited. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: He's in love; and wants his loneliness to end

Ideals: Philantrophist, Extrovert. Bonds: Rich, Immigrant, Has a crush. Occupation: Priest

Voice: Uses sign language

Possessions: 200 gp. Tourmaline (110 gp). Obsidian (5 gp). 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. His black hair is braided into rings. His eyes are a pleasant green.

Personality: He is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as he rather likes the sound of his voice. His demeanor is somewhat feminine. 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 born the only child of a wealthy merchant. His spouse left him for another, whom he beat to an almost bloody pulp. He did not win them back, but he came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. He now has a substantial network of resources ranging from contacts to ships to peers.

Motivation: Retire the richest man in the south; and he feels that his past leaves him morally obligated to help

Ideals: Fighting, Optimist, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Immigrant, Criminal record. Occupation: Butcher

Voice: Mumbles to self between sentences

Possessions: 200 gp. 1 Half-Plate. 1 Chain shirt.

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 tends to wear a large yellow jacket. He has moderate length auburn hair. His gray eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: He is a Bookbinder first and foremost. He believes firmly that knowledge should be universal. He is stubborn though. He always likes to keep a trick up his sleeve. He likes to fight dirty and will kick and punch below the belt if he feels he even has a chance of losing.

History: He served in the navy to pay for his family's outstanding loans. Brilliant and gifted he never wanted to apply himself. He inherited the family business which he has now maintained for 13 years.

Motivation: He has passion for adventuring and risk; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Gifted. Bonds: Job, Criminal record, Military, Adventurer. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Aggressive tone

Possessions: 13000 cp. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: This man stands a little under 6'6" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He wears a lot of dark rich colors, with gold accents. His hair is black and very short. His fierce green eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: Gilbert is a sociable creature first and foremost. He loves to listen to people at length before talking their ear off. He can carry on conversation for hours and will do so. He pushes his goals aggressively. He is also a coward if confronted.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Gilbert grew up listening to his father's many stories. 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: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and to reunite with his old friends

Ideals: Extrovert. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer, Rich. Occupation: Actor

Voice: Nasally tone

Possessions: 400 gp. 1 Tanglefoot bags.

Description: This western man is abnormally tall. He wears loose pants and a collared shirt complete with sweater beneath his coat. His whole body is exceptionally muscular. His hair is long and red with streaks of white, and is pulled back with small green clips. His beard is white, braided, and well cared for. His green eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: Prone to second guessing himself, he comes off as nervous. He would rather hide behind his crafts than deal with other people.

History: He was born in the west. He was taken as a slave by a traveling circus and forced to perform He now owns his own business.

Motivation: Expand his business.

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Immigrant, Slave, Job. Occupation: Fisher

Voice: Hissing voice

Possessions: 400 gp. Citrine (70 gp). Silver pearl (150 gp).