Description: He is perpetually draped in fineries, but all of this concealed by his earthly robes.. He carries a battered warhammer and tarnished monstrous two handed axe as well. His hair is long and chestnut with streaks of golden, and is pulled back with small grey clips. His beard is golden, braided, and well cared for. He has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. He wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

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 believes the world needs to unite to get rid of dire rats once and for all.

History: He was born into a rich family. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. 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; and he wants revenge against dire rats

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Enemies, Rich. Occupation: Navigator

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: 400 gp. Bloodstone (50 gp). Violet garnet (500 gp). Rock crystal (50 gp). Chrysoberyl (50 gp).

Description: 4'7" and muscular, this northern man is renowned for his bright blue suits and hats. He has wavy golden hair. He wears an eyepatch.

Personality: He seems absolutely devoid of it. He stares off into space and will respond with overly literal and minimalist answers to questions. He is however greedy and will demand payment and proof of collateral's value and will produce a merchant's scale to make sure he is not cheated out of a speck.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. 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: To end his boredom; and he seems to be bored by most things

Ideals: Athletic, Entrepeneur, Logical. Flaws: Ugly, Mundane. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Map Maker

Voice: Relaxed voice

Possessions: 1800 gp.

Description: He typically wears a sleeveless long coat of deep black leather and dull blue iron scale mail, and he perpetually has his greatsword ready. He has wavy red hair. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: He is a melancholic, but persistent worker. He resents family life and as such spurns the advances of admirers. 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 grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. He was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. He never won. Recently a tribe of brigands attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Thervan fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often; and he feels kind of lost in life

Ideals: Fighting, Athletic. Flaws: Depressed, Antagonistic, Mundane. Occupation: Sellsword

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: 160 pp. Lapis lazuli (14 gp). Blue quartz (14 gp). Alexandrite (600 gp). Blue quartz (14 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (14 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A pudgy man standing about 4'9" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He tends to wear a heavy leather apron. Coupled with his rolled up shirt sleeves this gives him a very relaxed look. His white hair and beard is wavy and long. His blue eyes peer out from beneath his top grey hat.

Personality: He is cool and collected. He likes to make quips and puns whenever he does anything. He also makes a point to compliment his superiors and flatter them. Flattery will make him almost putty in your hands.

History: He was born several months after his mother was called into army service. He was one of the best in his class, and was picked up by his current employer. He quickly showed his capability and was soon promoted to a head role. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Several ex partners dislike his way of doing things and want revenge; and many orcs want him driven away

Ideals: Disciplined. Flaws: Selfish. Bonds: Military, Job, Enemies. Occupation: Sculptor

Voice: Prounounces S like Z

Possessions: 6000 gp. Sardonyx (30 gp). Rock crystal (30 gp). Violet garnet (300 gp). Bloodstone (30 gp). Smoky quartz (30 gp). Deep blue spinel (300 gp). Hematite (15 gp). Chrysoberyl (60 gp). Deep blue spinel (300 gp). Violet garnet (300 gp). Chrysoprase (30 gp). Violet garnet (300 gp). 1 Medium 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 slight overbite and is overall scrawny. Sporting a silver mohawk and bushy mustache this man's hair draws a lot of attention. His fierce gray eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: A rambunctious noisy drunk he knows how to make people feel guilty. He constantly seizes attention wherever he goes and has come to expect this respect from everyone. He likes to think of himself as merciful, but nonetheless is very strict.

History: Heian was born in the north. At a young age he loved to build and create. A serious injury left his father unemployed and in need of constant care. His family became saddled with debt trying to care for his infirm father. 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: To pay off his debts; and he feels kind of lost in life

Ideals: Impeccable, Persistence. Flaws: Depressed. Bonds: Rich, Debt. Occupation: Cartwright

Voice: Squeaky

Possessions: 230 pp. Banded agate (13 gp). Brown-green garnet (100 gp). Sard (60 gp). Blue sapphire (1400 gp). 1 Minor magic item.