Description: This man is very fat, and has a large black mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into his brown robe. He has no hair. His fierce violet eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: He is quite rude, and likes to deride his opponents skill and shout insults at them. He can see the true alignment of people by looking at them, and uses this to pass judgement.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. After coming to the age of reason, Heian took it upon himself to study the psionic arts in their entirety; because of this, he was labeled a dark omen and banished from his homeland. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC.

Ideals: Gifted, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Carter

Voice: Spits and sputters

Possessions: 3000 gp. Jade (120 gp). Tourmaline (120 gp). Fire opal (1500 gp). Obsidian (4 gp). Obsidian (4 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (1500 gp). Zircon (40 gp). Black pearl (1100 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: An older man who wears a faded coat and loose pants complete with deerstalker hat, he is not a threatening figure. His chestnut hair is still thick. He wears an eyepatch.

Personality: Aggressive, abrasive, and angry, Ahvain embodies much of what other species detest in the Elves. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: The child of a Herbalist, who enjoyed hunting, Ahvain was taken on many hunting expeditions. In his youth he was part of a gang. He got caught, but did not rat out his comrades and served his time in prison. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Seeks redemption.

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Hedonist. Bonds: Nature, Criminal record. Occupation: Mason

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 1800 gp.

Description: An imposing man with a heavy stainless steel prosthetic right leg, he dresses like a well dressed Herbalist does. His white hair is singed and shortened. His eyes are violet and catlike.

Personality: Aside from being a little slow due to sleep deprivation he is generally quite perceptive. He notices little details and can draw good conclusions from them. He is lazy, self-centered, vain, and jealous.

History: Born in the north to a Herbalist, Nim learned a great deal about his father's area of expertise. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Herbalist work with an outfit from a few towns over. Herbalist work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He is unsatisfied with his job.

Flaws: Ugly, Insomniac, Selfish. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: American accent

Possessions: 12000 sp. Amber (120 gp). Black star sapphire (1200 gp). Freshwater pearl (11 gp).

Description: He is in excellent shape and prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for his hunting needs. His brown hair is drawn into a tight pony tail with a skull scrunchie. His ears are large.

Personality: A rambunctious noisy drunk he knows how to make people feel guilty. He would rather hide behind his crafts than deal with other people.

History: He comes from a rich southern family. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He remains aloof and afraid to be himself due to all the ideals others have placed upon him.

Motivation: Money/treasure.

Ideals: Athletic, Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Depressed, Shy. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: Rolls R's

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: He is a man of bearing and well nourished. He wears tight fitting clothing which further accentuates his frame. He has wavy golden hair. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: He barks his statements quickly and with little fuss. He prefers small words and is at his heart utilitarian. He is motivated by money and will often try and persuade people to work for cheap. He haggles over everything, upselling his goods and buying cheap. He is persistent in everything.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. His father was a mechanic, and taught him how to fix just about anything. He now has a substantial network of resources ranging from contacts to ships to peers.

Motivation: Retire the richest man in the west; and money/treasure

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Persistence. Flaws: Terse, Disease. Bonds: Attractive. Occupation: Sculptor

Voice: Spits words with contempt

Possessions: 2000 gp. 1 Medium magic item.