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. He has a chestnut handlebar mustache and slicked back chestnut hair. His face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. His spectacle hidden eyes are a deep amber.

Personality: His voice, at times compared to that of a Nymph, lambasts those who consider themselves "civilized" with snide, belittling remarks; the subtle growl he speaks with growing louder in doing so, one can find it most pronounced, despite the otherwise natural purity of his tone. He can see the true alignment of people by looking at them, and uses this to pass judgement.

History: Varis 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 worked as a nervous Merchant and found it very stressful. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Meet up once more with his childhood friend.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Cynical. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer, Job. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Scottish accent

Possessions: 280 pp. Silver pearl (80 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He has a large black mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into his blue robe. His hair is always cut to a buzz. He has a tattooed face.

Personality: He speaks before he thinks and is too direct. Any perceived weakness will be pressed and exploited. He is seen as merciless and passionate.

History: The child of southern immigrants he idolized his mother. His mother disappeared, and while he tried to raise money to find his mother, he was betrayed dozens of times. When his spouse passed he lost his only source of income but claims to his sons to still be retired.

Motivation: Regain custody of his son.

Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Criminal record, Immigrant, Family. Occupation: Weaver

Voice: Pronounces O like U

Possessions: 2000 gp. Golden yellow topaz (400 gp). Freshwater pearl (10 gp). Alexandrite (400 gp). Carnelian (80 gp). Star rose quartz (80 gp). Aquamarine (400 gp). Peridot (80 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Wearing a closed helm and plate, one would not know what he was had he not made sure his armor was more form fitting than normal. Outside of the suit he sports black clothing, slightly heavier than average wear. He has wavy white hair. His gray eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: He is a pretentious jerk insisting that modern society is full of problems and should revert to a simpler time. He believes the world needs to unite to get rid of giants once and for all.

History: Born to a Baker, his mother struggled to pay the bills. He was taken as a slave by a traveling circus and forced to perform After a long history of fighting, Erdan and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: Someone believes him a fraud; and revenge

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Enemies, Poor, Slave. Occupation: Ploughman

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: 400 pp. Bloodstone (30 gp). Moonstone (30 gp). Red-brown spinel (130 gp). Freshwater pearl (6 gp). Banded agate (6 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He usually wears his brown robe and has his hand crossbow always slung over his shoulder, and carries hand crossbows. He has a white handlebar mustache and slicked back white hair. He has brown eyes and a brown hat with a green feather.

Personality: Soft-spoken and well mannered, he has an amazing amount of patience and a slow boiling temper. A true patriot, Gennal would do anything for his country. He is fiercely protective of his fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: Born in a small village he learned the ways of the warrior from his father. 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 eventually got the idea of being the protector of his homeland from reading books, and has made it his duty.

Motivation: He wants nothing more than to rejoin the army; and he'd like to take his coworkers down a peg

Ideals: Fighting, Disciplined. Bonds: Military, Job, Guardian. Occupation: Shipwright

Voice: growls and snarls, animalistic

Possessions: 1100 gp. Solid gold idol (500 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (130 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Dark and lean, he is a relatively plain man. He wears a tight fitting brown shirt and pants. His white hair is smooth and relatively long. His gray eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: He is a jovial happy person, but he is convinced people are living their lives too quickly. He receives visions of the future at random moments

History: A studious child he never was much for a social life, not because he was unlikable, but because he did not seek it out. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. He has recently attracted an admirer that believes he's playing hard to get.

Motivation: Doesn't want to be a Carter and was forced into it by his family; and wants to raise his children well

Ideals: Optimist, Gifted. Bonds: Attractive, Has a crush, Family. Occupation: Carter

Voice: Italian accent

Possessions: 200 gp.