Description: He appears as an extremely gaunt Elf, and stands approximately 5'1". He very much looks the part of a Carpenter, and his gloved hand is found clutching a scimitar. He wears his red hair up in a very large beehive style do. His ears are large.

Personality: He is extraordinarily passive and rarely speaks, let alone speaks his mind. He can't help but pocket interesting objects he comes across

History: He was born in the south, but his parents moved at a very young age to the east. He helped his mother out around the business and became quite the natural. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He is a bit of a kleptomaniac.

Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Job, Criminal record, Immigrant. Occupation: Carpenter

Voice: Pronounces difficult words wrong

Possessions: 110 pp. Jasper (60 gp). Lapis lazuli (15 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: His skin is bronze and flawless. He wears loose pants and a collared shirt complete with sweater beneath his coat. He is an epitome of beauty. He keeps his long red hair kept up in a rat tail. His eyes are green and he is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: He considers himself a man of culture and sophistication. He likes a good challenge to his wits. He is however greedy and will demand payment and proof of collateral's value and will produce a merchant's scale to make sure he is not cheated out of a speck.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Heian grew up listening to his father's many stories. He became part of the deadliest team of assassins in recent memory. A botched job caused the group to be disbanded. He has dedicated himself to building a better trade route.

Motivation: Seeks redemption.

Ideals: Impeccable, Entrepeneur. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer, Criminal record. Occupation: Mason

Voice: Pronounces difficult words wrong

Possessions: 300 gp. Black pearl (1100 gp). Black pearl (1100 gp).

Description: A pudgy man standing about 4'11" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He is wearing colorful clothing, dressed as a Barber. He has a very tight haircut. His hazel eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: He is quite gentle and does not know the full extent of his strength. He works very hard to maintain that gentleness. His philosophy is that everyone needs a friend and as such shows hospitality towards all.

History: He was born to a criminal king-pin and mafia family At a young age both his parents were killed in an accident. His uncle (a powerful person with enemies on both sides of the law) took him in and had him trained in basic self defense. He has gone from town to town working and never settling down anywhere, but has fallen for a local Farmer. He hasn't told them the truth, but wants to settle down with them.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs; and he has comitted a past crime that haunts him to this day

Ideals: Disciplined, Optimist. Bonds: Criminal record, Has a crush, Religious. Occupation: Barber

Voice: Uses sign language

Possessions: 1000 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He wears dark leathers with embroidery. His blonde hair, when down, is lengthy. His eyes are gray.

Personality: He takes his job very seriously, in part because he fears he cannot get a new one. He loves his children and doesn't want them to worry about him. He loves to share his music with anyone who is interested.

History: The child of a Armorer, who enjoyed hunting, Halimath was taken on many hunting expeditions. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Wants to raise his children well; and he is greedy

Ideals: Artistic. Bonds: Job, Family, Nature, Rich. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: Squeaky

Possessions: 1000 sp. Azurite (15 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (1600 gp). Black pearl (1600 gp).

Description: This fat western man has a bulbous nose and is renowned for his bright red suits and hats. His skin is also unnaturally pale. His head has been shaved. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are gray.

Personality: He considers himself a man of culture and sophistication. He likes a good challenge to his wits. He tends to be very friendly, and is drawn to music, the smells of food and wine, and out-door festivals.

History: Theriatis was raised in a hard working conservative environment. 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 now owns his own business.

Motivation: He is terrified, and will act out of fear; and he possesses a valuable artifact that the thieves guild wishes to steal

Ideals: Impeccable, Optimist. Flaws: Ugly, Fearful. Bonds: Job, Criminal record. Occupation: Spy

Voice: Mumbles to self between sentences

Possessions: 100 pp. Old masterpiece painting (400 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (3000 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (400 gp). Jeweled anklet (3000 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (600 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Solid gold idol (1200 gp). 1 Medium magic item.