Description: He stands about 5'1" and is wearing a tight black one piece outfit complete with pants, hood, and a cape. His left leg appears badly burned and disfigured. His head has been shaved. His eyes are gray and catlike.

Personality: He can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. The war was a terrible time for him, and Aelar does not often speak of it. When he does, he does so with a strained expression and tears in his eyes.

History: His arcane talent manifested at a young age. Aiming to upstage a rival house, his parents had him trained. He always admired arcane-users and wanted to develop the talent, but never had the affinity for it. He was granted arcane powers by his dying brother.

Motivation: He loathes his own lifestyle; and he feels kind of lost in life

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Depressed. Bonds: Military. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Soft and melodious

Possessions: 1000 gp. A pair of blacksmith’s puzzle; each has a pair of interlocked iron designs that users try to take apart and put back together (80 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp).

Description: This man is tall and muscular. He wears white robes with leather pauldrons. Though occasionally he wears more armor. He prefers to carry a hand crossbow, but if one is not available he will default to his crossbow. His long silver hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his blue eyes.

Personality: He is a sleazy, sleazy guy. He has no qualms about using his powers of suggestion to get people to do what he wants. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: Aerdeth was born with his father's beautiful face. He was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. He never won. He knows his nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but him.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs; and his religion dominates his actions

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Attractive, Religious. Occupation: Barkeep

Voice: High pitched, excited

Possessions: 1000 pp. Deep blue spinel (600 gp). Carnelian (20 gp). Obsidian (5 gp). Alexandrite (600 gp). Star rose quartz (20 gp). Jasper (20 gp). Freshwater pearl (5 gp). Amber (130 gp). Obsidian (5 gp). Tourmaline (130 gp). Deep green spinel (130 gp). Chrysoprase (20 gp). Iolite (20 gp). Chrysoberyl (130 gp). Malachite (5 gp). Rose (20 gp). Freshwater pearl (5 gp). Obsidian (5 gp). Blue-white diamond (6000 gp). Chrysoberyl (130 gp). Star ruby (900 gp). Coral (130 gp). White pearl (130 gp).

Description: He is an average looking western male in his early mid-life. He prefers to wear the grand gowns of high society. He carries his fan with him everywhere and carries himself as the perfect gentleman. His blonde hair is heavily combed to the left. His eyes are likewise brown. His teeth are white and perfect.

Personality: He is a sleazy, sleazy guy. He has no qualms about using his powers of suggestion to get people to do what he wants. He believes the world needs to unite to get rid of giants once and for all.

History: When he was but 3 years old his parents immigrated from the west. He went to a religious school and was inspired by the priests there in charitable deeds. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to giants demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: Several ex partners dislike his way of doing things and want revenge; and many giants want him driven away

Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Enemies, Immigrant, Religious. Occupation: Weaver

Voice: Pronounces 'its' and 'is' like 'eats' and 'ease'

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

Description: A moderately attractive man, he wears tight fitting clothing which further accentuates his frame. With a patchy red beard and wild red hair. He has amber eyes and a violet hat with a black feather.

Personality: He has a massive crush on the younger sibling of the Miller who has hired him part-time. He has all his life been fascinated with writing.

History: His arcane talent manifested at a young age. Aiming to upstage a rival house, his parents had him trained. Brilliant and gifted he never wanted to apply himself. He now travels the world, in search of power and loot.

Motivation: Elven compassion; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Artistic, Gifted. Flaws: Racist. Bonds: Attractive, Has a crush, Adventurer. Occupation: Miller

Voice: Pronounces difficult words wrong

Possessions: 900 gp. Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1800 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (90 gp). A life-sized copper and silver statuette of a cockatrice. (90 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (200 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 dresses well, wearing brown shirts, loose pants, and blazers most of the time. His chestnut hair is still thick. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He is curt in most of his responses. He prefers to keep his word usage to a minimum to avoid giving away unnecessary information. He will often invite strangers home for dinner and talk their ears off. He cares deeply for his spouse and does his best to make sure his guests look presentable.

History: Eiravel was born with his mother's beautiful face. He was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. He never won. He remains aloof and afraid to be himself due to all the ideals others have placed upon him.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved; and wishes to resurrect an old love

Ideals: Athletic, Optimist. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, In love. Occupation: Weaver

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 3000 sp. White pearl (50 gp). Deep green spinel (50 gp). Peridot (30 gp). Moss agate (5 gp).