Description: A man with a calm yet intense air about him, he is perpetually draped in fineries, but all of this concealed by his earthly robes.. His white hair is drawn into a tight pony tail with a dagger scrunchie. His gray eyes peer out from beneath his feathered pastel hat.

Personality: He likes to brag about his accomplishments and constantly tries to beat others to the punch. He spends most of his days drinking in the Inn, the rowdiest and most dangerous establishment in town. There he gambles, wrestles and listens to stories told by travelers.

History: Sold as a small child to a necromancer, Kody was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). 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; and he desires power and/or immortality

Ideals: Passionate. Bonds: Attractive, Poor, Adventurer, Mentor. Occupation: Seamstress

Voice: Scratchy, weak

Possessions: 5000 cp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This fat eastern man has a bulbous nose and sports pastel clothing, slightly heavier than average wear. His skin is also unnaturally pale. He sports a long brown beard, and similarly colored long hair. His eyes are brown and catlike.

Personality: Prone to second guessing himself, he comes off as nervous. He believes the world needs to unite to get rid of gnolls once and for all.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Many gnolls want him driven away.

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Enemies, Rich. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 400 gp.

Description: This western man's face is deformed and paralyzed on one side. As such, he slurs his words together. He wears green robes with leather pauldrons. Though occasionally he wears more armor. He prefers to carry a hammer, but if one is not available he will default to his warhammer. His head has been shaved. His eyes are hazel and beady.

Personality: He speaks before he thinks and is too direct. His home and work are filled with various knick knacks he has acquired through the years. He cares a great deal for his adopted teenage son.

History: He comes from a rich western family. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He has been saving his money to try and buy his sister's freedom.

Motivation: To reunite with his absent mother; and he has money and likes to spend it

Flaws: Ugly, Impulsive. Bonds: Family, Rich. Occupation: Assassin

Voice: Hissing voice

Possessions: 1700 sp.

Description: This younger middle-aged man wears dull tan sweaters, loose brown pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath his sweater he keeps a concealed flail, just in case, and a wedding ring on his left hand. He sports a long silver beard, and similarly colored long hair. His ears are large.

Personality: He considers himself the protector of his home. He feels this is his duty and calling. He cannot deal with unfamiliar people for more than a few minutes at a time and if they persist he will grow angry at them.

History: He was a bastard born out of an affair, and his father always resented and mistreated him for it out of spite. He struck it rich when he found rare goods in large quantities. After a long history of fighting, Heward and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and to clean up the streets

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: In love, Guardian, Rich. Occupation: Stylist

Voice: Australian accent

Possessions: 200 gp. Silver comb with moonstones (100 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1100 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1100 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He wears well tailored suits and hats with beautiful decoration. He is almost always dressed for an outing in high society. He has a moderate pudge and is not very fit. His black hair is lengthy and is close to two feet long. His eyes are a pleasant hazel.

Personality: Rolf 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. Rolf enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for his love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: Rolf lived on a farm with his father, near the main road leading to a nearby town. His father took him hunting and taught him how to get in the mind of other creatures. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: Doesn't want to be a Merchant and was forced into it by his family.

Ideals: Extrovert. Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Rich, Family, Nature. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Deep voice with rolling R's

Possessions: 1200 sp. Black pearl (700 gp). Black pearl (700 gp).