Description: This petite short man is perpetually holding a chocolate of some kind. He is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down, marred by chocolates. He wears a broad hat to hide his balding. His gray eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: He goes out his way to put a smile on everyone's face. There's no-one he won't accept into his heart. 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 is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He used his abilities to trick people and travel the world for free.

Motivation: He is greedy.

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Criminal record. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: Spits words with contempt

Possessions: 2000 sp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This slender man stands about 5'2". He wears baggy white pantaloons and a green scarf. His silver hair is kept up in a ponytail inside a top hat. His eyes are likewise gray.

Personality: He will use flattery and sarcasm to attack and weaken his opponents. Despite his formidable combat skills he remains a coward. He claims to be unscrupulous but at the end of the day he will do what he thinks is right.

History: Aust was born to in a poor docking district. He spent his early days working in the same smith shop his father was employed at, doing general labor. At a young age he wooed the heart of his future spouse and the two had a long relationship before they wed. Recently a tribe of gnolls attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Aust fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: He is being blackmailed/forced/etc and this influences his actions; and he has decided he is irredeemable

Ideals: Fighting, Justice. Bonds: Poor, In love, Criminal record. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Forgets to breathe while speaking

Possessions: 4000 sp.

Description: He is dressed in a clean black cloak covering his clean studded leather. His golden hair is well kept and his bushy mustache is tapered upwards at the ends. He has several tiny amethyst earrings on each ear.

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. 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: He is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. He went to a religious school and was inspired by the priests there in charitable deeds. He became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: His religion dominates his actions; and he has passion for adventuring and risk

Ideals: Disciplined, Logical. Bonds: Rich, Religious, Adventurer. Occupation: Masseuse

Voice: Thin and wheezing

Possessions: 700 gp. Banded agate (16 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This man stands a little under 5'1" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. He has dyed his greying blonde hair a little too much giving a sharp blonde color. His eyes are blue and catlike.

Personality: Peren is depressed about a lot of things. He tends to be a nihilist. He passes on several rewards to people in need. He makes a point to leave places better than he found them.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his father and mother. His father taught him the rudiments of the Bather arts, while his mother instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. He married young, but lost his spouse to giants. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: A deep hatred of giants; and retire the richest man in the north

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Philantrophist. Flaws: Depressed. Bonds: Rich, Enemies. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: 600 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A thin man, he clearly needs to put on some weight, but he still has a lot of muscle. He wears tight fitting clothing which further accentuates his frame. His white hair is lengthy. His green eyes peer out from beneath his deerstalker red hat.

Personality: He considers himself a man of culture and sophistication. He likes a good challenge to his wits. 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: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Elven 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: He feels threatened by others; and he doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes

Ideals: Athletic, Impeccable. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Unemployed

Voice: Adds syll-ab-les for em-pha-sis

Possessions: 100 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.