Description: He wears a shirt that is too small, which lets his gut show, with a ratty black coat over it. His red hair is matted, messy, and big. His gray eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. 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: Sold as a small child to a slaver, Immeral was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. His family was being driven out of business by several neighboring competitors. The father sought out extralegal help and others began closing their doors. He saw this and took pride in his father's willingness to do anything to win. Being a Herbalist kept his interest for a while, but then he became depressed and bored. So he turned to a secret life of crime, taking increasingly more risks and challenges.

Motivation: He possesses a valuable artifact that the thieves guild wishes to steal; and money/treasure

Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Rich, Mentor, Criminal record. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: Voice breaks

Possessions: 2000 gp. Zircon (60 gp). Rock crystal (60 gp). Star ruby (700 gp). White pearl (160 gp). Red garnet (160 gp). Onyx (60 gp). Chalcedony (60 gp). Red-brown spinel (160 gp). Rich purple corundum (700 gp). Jade (160 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This man is wearing dark clothing and a heavy breastplate, keeping many of his physical features obscured. He has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized topaz on his right hand. He wears a top hat to hide his balding. His thin eyebrows rest above his beady hazel eyes.

Personality: He is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as he rather likes the sound of his voice. His demeanor is somewhat feminine. A true patriot, Hadarai would do anything for his country. He is fiercely protective of his fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: A powerful wizard made him what he is. When Hadarai reached his early adolescence his Elf mother passed away. Feeling disconnected from the small nearby village afterwards, he decided to travel. His rounds led him into the Army with a few individuals who would become his life-long companions. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved.

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Military, Mentor. Occupation: Bounty Hunter

Voice: Slow speaker

Possessions: 1000 gp. Jet (160 gp). Violet garnet (700 gp). Eye agate (10 gp). Citrine (50 gp). Iolite (50 gp).

Description: This tall, slender man wears a simple burlap shirt and baggy pants. He conceals his scythe with his veritable burlap sack of a shirt. He has chestnut hair. He has brown eyes and a brown hat with a tan feather.

Personality: He is envious of other's things. He hoards treasure, art, food, wine, and anything that he so desires. He is lazy, self-centered, vain, and jealous.

History: His parents moved while he was still in utero so he is the first generation to be born here. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Elven companion (his 'brother'). He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: He wants nothing more than to rejoin the army; and he has passion for adventuring and risk

Flaws: Greedy, Selfish. Bonds: Immigrant, Adventurer, Military. Occupation: Map Maker

Voice: Scottish accent

Possessions: 1800 gp. Jet (90 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This fat eastern man has a bulbous nose and wears an old set of leather armor, nicked and torn by the ravages of time and battle. His skin is also unnaturally pale. He sports a flattop hair cut. He has a tattooed face.

Personality: Soft-spoken and well mannered, he has an amazing amount of patience and a slow boiling temper. He has a habit of throwing himself into exceedingly dangerous situations.

History: Laucian was born in the east. At a young age he loved to build and create. He worked as a nervous Gardener and found it very stressful. One night he noticed a nearby shooting star which he hiked out to see where it landed. It turned out to be an ancient artifact of some kind. He has done his darndest to repair it but it is currently non-functional.

Motivation: To prove his worth to the world.

Ideals: Disciplined, Persistence. Flaws: Ugly, Impulsive. Occupation: Gardener

Voice: American accent

Possessions: 1000 gp. Red spinel (70 gp).

Description: This man is very fat, and prefers to wear flannel. His chestnut hair is cut short. He wears large thick round spectacles.

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 is lazy, self-centered, vain, and jealous.

History: Born in the west to a Banker, Theriatis learned a great deal about his mother's area of expertise. His mother disappeared, and while he tried to raise money to find his mother, he was betrayed dozens of times. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Doesn't want to be a Banker and was forced into it by his family; and his spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Selfish. Bonds: Job, Family. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 200 gp. Golden circlet with four aquamarines (1000 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (150 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (400 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.