Description: He is a pot bellied western man with a big hulking figure and broad shoulders. He wears tattered old clothes. He has no hair. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are hazel.

Personality: He believes there is no problem he cannot solve with sufficient elbow grease and persistence, if it is the best or most economic solution matters not. He invented a lineage for himself and claims to be descended from several legendary heroes.

History: Paelias was born in the west. At a young age he loved to build and create. His first spouse was a Stableman, they had one son, but his spouse won total custody. Without his spouse to temper him he grew out of control. 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: Obtaining odd cultural Elven artifacts is his passion; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Athletic, Persistence. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Crown-heir

Voice: Pirate accent

Possessions: 2000 sp.

Description: He wears a large hat to cast shadows over his face and wears ponchos to better hide his body. He has a moderate pudge and is not very fit. He keeps his black hair in a flapper bob. He has green eyes and a brown hat with a tan feather.

Personality: He hates dire rats. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. He is a logical person and will generally grow upset if things defy logic and science.

History: The child of a Soapmaker, who enjoyed hunting, Efferil was taken on many hunting expeditions. Being born in the east, he completed his medical training abroad so as to avoid the war. He returned after the war having achieved medical proficiency. He was a general practitioner in the east for years, until he, through no fault of his own, lost a patient who had a very powerful family. Rather than risk reprisal he made his way west. He bought a morningstar and has really upped his game hunting, due to his understanding of decoy and ambush.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and he wants revenge against dire rats

Ideals: Logical. Bonds: Enemies, Nature, Family. Occupation: Adventurer

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: 1100 gp. Hematite (16 gp). Freshwater pearl (16 gp). Black pearl (1100 gp). Aquamarine (1100 gp). Chrysoberyl (130 gp). Bloodstone (40 gp). Silver pearl (130 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He has a large white mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into his pastel robe. He has moderate length blonde hair. His green eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: Deceptive and manipulative this northern guy figured out how to best use his charms to convince people to do what he wants. He has a small toy that he constantly fidgets with.

History: Azaki was born with his father's beautiful face. 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 left for the north, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: Wishes to resurrect an old love; and he made a deal with a demon which lead to his current lot in life, and he's becoming increasingly nervous about it

Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Attractive, Debt, Immigrant, In love. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Slow speaker

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: This northern man's face is deformed and paralyzed on one side. As such, he slurs his words together. He wears a black vest and prefers green and violet shirts. His boots appear to have been at one point steel toed but are quite worn down. He keeps his red hair in a flapper bob. He has gleaming, smiling brown eyes.

Personality: He swings through moods quickly. One moment he is cool and collected, the next he is carried away by passions. He is a bit of a xeno-phobe, disliking non-Elves.

History: A powerful brothel owner made him what he is. Over the years he perfected his riding and shooting skills. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Elven compassion; and he doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes

Ideals: Passionate. Flaws: Ugly, Racist. Bonds: Mentor, Nature. Occupation: Weaver

Voice: Prounounces S like Z

Possessions: 240 pp. An elaborate, whalebone scrimshaw carving of intertwined orbs, each showing the legend of creation story (60 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (1000 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (140 gp).

Description: He appears as an extremely gaunt Elf, and stands approximately 4'10". He is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright green and brown, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems, and his gloved hand is found clutching a bow. His moppish black hair is in a traditional bowl cut. His eyes are likewise violet. His teeth are white and perfect.

Personality: He thrives on attention. He does whatever is in his power to gain the attention of whomever he deems a fit date. He has a habit of throwing himself into exceedingly dangerous situations.

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. His mother was a soldier and died while he was still young. Eiravel was left his mother's suit of armor and trained in its use and care. He was granted psionic powers by his dying sister.

Motivation: He is a bit of a kleptomaniac; and he feels that his past leaves him morally obligated to help

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Military, Criminal record. Occupation: Sailor

Voice: Forgets to breathe while speaking

Possessions: 3000 sp. Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (700 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1500 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (1000 gp).