Description: This exceptionally lanky man prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for his hunting needs. His black hair is knotted and matted. His thin eyebrows rest above his beady amber eyes.

Personality: He has schizophrenia that causes him to hear things that aren't there and will sometimes respond to them. He is an amazing painter.

History: A powerful slaver made him what he is. Aust liked to wander the woods near his home when he was young, something he still likes to do at least once a week. He never liked modest clothing or shoes, so he would wander the woods barefoot and lightly dressed, and he developed a good sense of balance and learned how to climb and swim well. 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 has money and likes to spend it.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Disease. Bonds: Rich, Mentor, Nature. Occupation: Masseuse

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 6000 sp.

Description: His skin is bronze and flawless. He wears a fine chain shirt which he covers with white colored cloaks and clothing. He is an epitome of beauty. He wears his brown hair up in a very large beehive style do. His blue eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: While he is on the job, he is grim and serious. He understands how dangerous the world is and the need to stay safe. He is used to getting what he wants. In part because he is a meticulous planner.

History: Born in the north to a Detective, Traki learned a great deal about his father's area of expertise. 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 Detective. He got away from his former life and has fallen to alcoholism.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and balancing his hectic life and new detective responsibilities is difficult

Ideals: Professionalism. Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Attractive, Criminal record, Job. Occupation: Detective

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 900 gp. Black pearl (1300 gp). Obsidian (6 gp). Hematite (6 gp). Blue quartz (6 gp). Sard (80 gp). Chrysoberyl (110 gp). Rose (80 gp). Violet garnet (1300 gp).

Description: His skin has the orange glow of too much sun. He wears long strands of topaz and short black dresses (or suits) accompanied by the proper stockings and shoes, with gloves of varying lengths. His long blonde hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. His skin is flawless and his gray eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: He thrives on attention. He does whatever is in his power to gain the attention of whomever he deems a fit date. He loves his children and doesn't want them to worry about him. He loves to share his singing with anyone who is interested.

History: Nutae hails from a village terrorized by brigands. He inherited a moderately successful company from his father. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. He leaves a trail of broken hearts and full pockets wherever he goes.

Motivation: A deep hatred of brigands; and he is greedy

Ideals: Artistic. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Family, Enemies. Occupation: Armorer

Voice: Speaks with lower jaw sticking out

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: Standing 4'10", this man wears blue trousers with tan and black striped suspenders. He wears various colorful collared shirts. His white hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his gray eyes.

Personality: He is shy and timid. He has not had much interaction with people and is skittish around them. He is obsessed with finding treasure.

History: Theriatis hails from a village terrorized by goblins. His arcane abilities were realized during a raid on his village. Days after completing his studies, news broke out that his hometown was attacked by goblins. Theriatis was horrified and prayed that his mother was alright. However, he heard that his mother had died fighting off the goblins.

Motivation: Several ex partners dislike his way of doing things and want revenge; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer, Enemies. Occupation: Shipwright

Voice: Spits and sputters

Possessions: 200 gp. Tiger eye turquoise (14 gp). Freshwater pearl (14 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He wears a large hat to cast shadows over his face and wears ponchos to better hide his body. His tied-back hair is silver. His eyes are green and he is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: He considers himself the protector of his home. He feels this is his duty and calling. He feeds upon the attention of others.

History: Aerdeth lived on a farm with his mother, near the main road leading to a nearby town. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Guard hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. By chance he met his brother recently and the two have been together since.

Motivation: He is unsatisfied with his job; and marry his brother to traveling adventurers

Bonds: Guardian, Attractive, Family, Poor, Job. Occupation: Guard

Voice: Smoker's lung

Possessions: 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.