Description: An older man who is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down, he is not a threatening figure. He has a small bristly mustache and wavy white hair. He has amber eyes.

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. Raer enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for his love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. When he came of age, he joined a caravan that would eventually take him to the capital. He would practice along the way and, when he arrived, be apprenticed to a Animal Trainer. He has gone from town to town till he finds a spot where he can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved; and to be a detective again

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Cynical, Hedonist, Ugly. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Smooth and feminine

Possessions: 4000 gp. Golden yellow topaz (300 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (1300 gp). Freshwater pearl (13 gp). Black pearl (300 gp). Obsidian (13 gp). Moonstone (60 gp). Citrine (60 gp).

Description: He wears professional attire. He is physically well-built. He keeps his chestnut hair in a pixie cut. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: Abrasive and pushy, he has a hard time making friends. His respect, as difficult as one would find it to earn, is unwavering; those who more than prove themselves to him, a bar set well above any reasonable standard, he tolerates in varying degrees. Though less modest and more hasty in his reactions to snap at those who irritate him, Naal is combative with any and all who dare try his patience in the slightest.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. While studying, he fell in love. They married and had a daughter. After a long history of fighting, Naal and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: Wishes to resurrect an old love; and he's repulsed by the pc

Ideals: Justice. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Mentor, In love. Occupation: Jeweler

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 2200 gp. Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1600 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (80 gp). Old masterpiece painting (900 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (80 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A man with a calm yet intense air about him, he is perpetually draped in fineries, but all of this concealed by his earthly robes.. His brown hair is lengthy and is close to two feet long. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: This man loves singing and to teach people singing more than just about anything. 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: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. Now he works as a singing tutor during his time off.

Motivation: To reunite with his old friends; and seeks redemption

Ideals: Artistic, Logical. Bonds: Attractive, Poor. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Low rumbling, strings words together

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: A plain young-adult man, he wears a worn and beaten armor. His golden hair is knotted and matted. His thin eyebrows rest above his beady amber eyes.

Personality: Vanuath is a sociable creature first and foremost. He loves to listen to people at length before talking their ear off. He can carry on conversation for hours and will do so. He pushes his goals aggressively. He is also a coward if confronted.

History: He was born with several neurological imbalances, which makes sleep difficult for him. It may also be what makes him so good at details. In his 20th year, while out on a day-trip, he returned to find his hometown burning and destroyed. He found his mother impaled in their home, and his father beheaded. He saw the man who walked out, and charged him in a blind rage. The man easily evaded and defeated him, leaving him to live broken and terrified. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He is terrified, and will act out of fear; and he is wracked by social anxiety

Ideals: Extrovert. Flaws: Ugly, Fearful, Disease, Insomniac. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Farmer accent

Possessions: 1000 gp. Hematite (10 gp). Smoky quartz (30 gp). Sard (30 gp). White pearl (90 gp).

Description: A man with a friendly, welcoming air about him, he wears dark leathers with embroidery. He wears his red hair down. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: He considers himself the perfect gentleman. He makes a point to always show proper etiquette and frequently critiques the etiquette of others. He feeds upon the attention of others.

History: Gifted from a young age, Raer studied abroad. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: He wants random interesting trinkets and junk, hates to throw anything away; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Impeccable, Gifted. Flaws: Greedy. Bonds: Attractive, Job. Occupation: Priest

Voice: Whispers

Possessions: 300 gp. A small bag of saffron. (20 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (2000 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (700 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp).