Description: This petite short man is perpetually holding a chocolate of some kind. He wears tattered old clothes, marred by chocolates. He has moderate length white hair. His eyes are gray and he is always smoking a pipe.

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 moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: Lamlis was born into a poor family. Growing up, he dreamt of becoming a Sorcerer, to bring honor to his family’s name. When he came of age, he applied for a position with his town's local guard, looking to work his way up via merit and eventually become a Sorcerer in service of a powerful lord somewhere. He was part of a huge silver rush, which was taken over by a mining company. The company confiscated a lot of silver, but the shipment was lost. He used his abilities to travel the world and help people.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark.

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly, Hedonist. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Uses lots of figures of speech

Possessions: 700 gp. Aquamarine (300 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (8 gp). Black pearl (300 gp). Lapis lazuli (8 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A man with a friendly, welcoming air about him, he wears clothing that is held on in multiple layers but all of it is in poor condition. His white hair is still thick. His half smiles and hazel eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: He is someone who is used to having a large amount of sex appeal. He also lacks a concept of privacy and shares just about everything. He has no love for corruption and racketeering and views those as crimes of the highest magnitude.

History: Beiro was born the youngest of three triplets. He dropped out of school before completing his studies. Due to his spouse's obsession with being a Bricklayer they were divorced and he won custody of their daughter. He worked as a Navigator, and he later adopted a second daughter.

Motivation: To unite with his brother; and find a way to reverse the transformation of his brother

Ideals: Justice, Logical. Bonds: Poor, Attractive, Family. Occupation: Navigator

Voice: Posh accent

Possessions: 900 gp. Star rose quartz (20 gp). Amber (60 gp). Violet garnet (1500 gp). Obsidian (5 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Dark and lean, he is a relatively plain man. He is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down. His black hair and beard is wavy and long. His green eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. He has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

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 dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. His biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: When he was but 5 years old his parents immigrated from the south. Thervan abandoned his home at a very young age, living in the fields and plains. He survived everyday through hunting and stealing from passersby. He did whatever it took for him to survive. He now spends his time doing works of charity.

Motivation: He has passion for adventuring and risk; and he wants to meet his childhood hero

Ideals: Philantrophist, Logical. Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Immigrant, Adventurer. Occupation: Actor

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: 1100 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. He carries with him a set of shortspears, each one with a aquamarine on the hilt. He only wears one on his belt and the other on his back. He wears his black hair down. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. He disdains his fellow southerners, claiming they make him look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. Ostracized due to the martial powers of his oldest brother, he and his siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Elves became a terror of the countryside. 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. Naill fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

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

Ideals: Fighting, Optimist, Gifted. Bonds: Immigrant, Poor. Occupation: Doctor

Voice: Gruff and masculine

Possessions: 5000 sp. Blue quartz (4 gp).

Description: This dark-skinned male is dressed in earthy colors with a green and tan handkerchief worn on his right side. He is tall, broad shouldered and powerfully built. His blonde hair is kept up in a ponytail inside a deerstalker hat. He was beautiful and young once, which still shows through his age, but it is a faded beauty.

Personality: He is a man who does what he needs to. He will acquiesce to black mail and extortion to avoid trouble. Despite his manner, he is extremely passionate and proud of his job, and he prides himself in being thorough and never missing a detail.

History: Gifted from a young age, Ahvain studied abroad. His homeland was ravaged by war and he spent much of his life rebuilding it. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Wants to raise his children well; and a rival would like him out of the picture

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: PTSD. Bonds: Attractive, Criminal record, Job, Family. Occupation: Bellfounder

Voice: growls and snarls, animalistic

Possessions: Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (900 gp).