Description: Relatively heavier built than your average man, he is not imposing. He has a large tan mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into his black robe. His tied-back hair is white. He wears an eyepatch.

Personality: Heian speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. He is clearly well-traveled and educated. Around other people he will do his best to conceal his emotions and appear jolly.

History: Born in the west his family was never financially stable. Being born in the west, 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 west 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 south. By chance he met his sister recently and the two have been together since.

Motivation: To unite with his sister; and doesn't want to be a seamstress and was forced into it by his family

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Poor, Family. Occupation: Seamstress

Voice: Scottish accent

Possessions: 1400 gp. Iolite (70 gp). Deep blue spinel (1000 gp). Black opal (1100 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (11 gp). Emerald (1100 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (11 gp). Rose (70 gp). Jet (60 gp).

Description: This southern man wears brown painted combat armor at almost all times. His clothes are grease stained in places. His red hair is braided into rings. He has gleaming, smiling green eyes.

Personality: He considers himself a man of culture and sophistication. He likes a good challenge to his wits. He is a ruthless business man, a trait he acquired from his mother.

History: He was born in the south. In his formative years he discovered how persuasive he was. He began using that to his advantage selling useless wares at inflated prices. He has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him; and he feels that his past leaves him morally obligated to help

Ideals: Impeccable, Entrepeneur. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant. Occupation: Engraver

Voice: Loud with bravado

Possessions: Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (200 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (200 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (2000 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (2000 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (3000 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (4000 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Standing 5'0", this man wears a simple brown robe with white stripes complete with hood. He has no hair. He is baby faced.

Personality: A skeptical and narcissistic man, Arannis's first love is himself. His second love is also himself. He believes the world needs to unite to get rid of brigands once and for all.

History: Arannis was born the youngest of three triplets. He moved out east to avoid the crime he committed. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to brigands demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: His relatives are trying to arrange a marriage; and a deep hatred of brigands

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Enemies, Family, Criminal record. Occupation: Priest

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 700 gp. Freshwater pearl (5 gp). Black pearl (1300 gp). Chrysoprase (20 gp).

Description: A man with a calm yet intense air about him, he is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. His blonde hair is singed and shortened. His eyes are green and he is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: He is quiet and reserved most of the time, but warms up to people very quickly. Around friends he is liable to tell dirty jokes and enjoy himself. He misses his home and complains about the freezing weather, even in summer.

History: Koeth hails from a village terrorized by orcs. He was a friend to animals and a trickster. In his defense of animals however he would do severe harm to people. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: He wants revenge against orcs; and a deep hatred of orcs

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Immigrant, Enemies, Nature. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 400 pp. Fire opal (1600 gp). Tourmaline (60 gp). Obsidian (8 gp). Rock crystal (70 gp). White pearl (60 gp). Rose (70 gp). Citrine (70 gp). Amethyst (60 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (8 gp). Freshwater pearl (8 gp).

Description: This man stands a little under 5'5" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He wears a pastel coat over a black low-cut shirt, and a wide-brimmed hat upon his head. He sports a long golden beard, and similarly colored long hair. His gray eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: Naal hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate him. It was this clingy personality that held back his painting career. He misses his home and complains about the freezing weather, even in summer.

History: He was born in a small forest village. He was a friend to animals and a trickster. In his defense of animals however he would do severe harm to people. He has since married many spouses, only to have them die. He claims to not be responsible.

Motivation: Obtaining odd cultural Elven artifacts is his passion; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Artistic. Bonds: Immigrant, Nature, In love, Adventurer. Occupation: Interpreter

Voice: Nasally tone

Possessions: 16000 sp. An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (180 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (400 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1700 gp).