Description: He wears brown robes with leather pauldrons. Though occasionally he wears more armor. He prefers to carry a bow, but if one is not available he will default to his flail. He has a moderate pudge and is not very fit. He wears a Stetson hat to hide his balding. He has a dull look in his gray eyes.

Personality: Thomas hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate him. It was this clingy personality that held back his writing career. 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: He comes from a rich northern family. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He was always very intelligent and has formed a secret society of freemasons.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever.

Ideals: Artistic, Fighting. Flaws: Secretive. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Map Maker

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: 100 gp.

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. He wears dull red sweaters, loose green pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath his sweater he keeps a concealed longsword, just in case. He has done his best to style his chestnut hair to look like a famous performer. His face is scarred and worn.

Personality: He is quiet and reserved most of the time, but warms up to people very quickly. Around friends he is liable to tell dirty jokes and enjoy himself. He claims to be unscrupulous but at the end of the day he will do what he thinks is right.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. He went to a religious school and was inspired by the priests there in charitable deeds. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: His religion dominates his actions; and he is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs

Ideals: Joker, Justice. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Religious. Occupation: Gardener

Voice: Hollow voice

Possessions: 400 gp.

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he is wearing a long, red, dusty cloak. With bright golden hair and a scraggly beard. His blue eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: He believes there is no problem he cannot solve with sufficient elbow grease and persistence, if it is the best or most economic solution matters not. On top of that he is swayed by a pretty face, and while loyalty to his employer will always come first he doesn't like to hit women.

History: Born in the south his family was never financially stable. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). He has since lost track of the people in his past.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and doesn't want to be a cook and was forced into it by his family

Ideals: Persistence, Logical. Bonds: Has a crush, Adventurer, Poor, Family. Occupation: Cook

Voice: Low rumbling, strings words together

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: A pudgy man standing about 5'0" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He wears very tight pants and wife beaters, though occasionally he sports a white coat. His golden hair is cut short. His violet eyes peer out from beneath his wide-brimmed white hat.

Personality: He has two modes he varies between. On the job he is cold, steely and emotionless. Off the job he is a party animal. He takes great pride in his work and is very well organized. His planner is full of calendar events.

History: He was born at the edge of vast desert. He was an apprentice working in his father's forge. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: He wants to meet his childhood hero; and he's repulsed by the pc

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Job, Nature, Adventurer. Occupation: Bricklayer

Voice: American accent

Possessions: 400 gp. 1 Good lock. 1 Masterwork Thieves’ tools. 1 Silk rope.

Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. His golden hair is matted, messy, and big. He has gray eyes.

Personality: He hates brigands. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. He does not regard money as being a problem because it has never been a problem for him. He lives in a bit of an ivory tower believing all problems are one quick intervention away from being solved.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. He took after his father in leading caravans. Because they were valued, his father taught him to defend himself. When his father died while fighting brigands, the young John began to lead the lost caravan. He left for the east, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: Someone believes him a fraud; and many brigands want him driven away

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Immigrant, Enemies, Rich. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 400 gp.