Description: Wearing a closed helm and plate, one would not know what he was had he not made sure his armor was more form fitting than normal. Outside of the suit he tends to wear a red poncho over his likewise colored trousers and shirt. He has wavy red hair. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: Deceptive and manipulative this northern guy figured out how to best use his charms to convince people to do what he wants. Despite his manner, he is extremely passionate and proud of his job, and he prides himself in being thorough and never missing a detail.

History: He served in the navy to pay for his family's outstanding loans. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Bookbinder work with an outfit from a few towns over. Bookbinder work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: He has a rivalry with the Church that dominates his actions; and he wants nothing more than to rejoin the army

Bonds: Attractive, Job, Military, Religious. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Slow speaker

Possessions: 4000 sp.

Description: This petite short man is perpetually holding a sweet of some kind. He dresses in grey turtlenecks beneath a blue coat with grey slacks, marred by sweets. He has a very tight haircut. His gray eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: He cares much about the opinion of others, both in good and in bad: when keeping in line with his opinion, he thinks highly of the other person, but when opinions clash, he can get violently argumentative. 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: Aelar lived on a farm with his father, near the main road leading to a nearby town. His first spouse was a Roofer, they had one son, but his spouse won total custody. Without his spouse to temper him he grew out of control. Due to his spouse's obsession with being a Roofer they were divorced and he won custody of their son. He worked as a Architect, and he later adopted a second son.

Motivation: Wants to raise his children well.

Ideals: Opinionated. Flaws: Ugly, Depressed. Bonds: Military, Family. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Soft and mumbly

Possessions: 1000 gp. Deep blue spinel (1500 gp). Onyx (80 gp). Pink pearl (90 gp). Jasper (80 gp). Amber (90 gp). Chalcedony (80 gp). Alexandrite (1500 gp).

Description: This tall, slender man wears a tattered pair of loose pastel pants, a matching torn shirt, and a visible pair of similar condition same color briefs. His hair is blonde and curly. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his hazel eyes.

Personality: He can speak with the recently deceased. He is able to make almost anything out of random pieces of junk.

History: Beiro was born into a poor family. Growing up, he dreamt of becoming a Sorcerer, to bring honor to his family’s name. When he came of age, he applied for a position with his town's local guard, looking to work his way up via merit and eventually become a Sorcerer in service of a powerful lord somewhere. He went to a religious school and was inspired by the priests there in charitable deeds. He is searching for what he claims is his rightful reward.

Motivation: His religion dominates his actions; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Gifted. Bonds: Poor, Attractive, Adventurer, Religious. Occupation: Fisher

Voice: Boston accent

Possessions: 4000 gp. Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (800 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). Jeweled anklet (3000 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (5000 gp). Old masterpiece painting (800 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (3000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (700 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (2200 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (800 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (300 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (3000 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (3000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp).

Description: Relatively heavier built than your average man, he is not imposing. He typically wears blue cloth garments or leather armor. His auburn hair is cut jaggedly and amateurishly. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: Deceptive and manipulative this northern guy figured out how to best use his charms to convince people to do what he wants. He loves being with his children and actually smiles when they are around. He would do anything for them. He dislikes his ex a great deal.

History: Born in the north to a Bookbinder, Thervan learned a great deal about his father's area of expertise. He was one of the best in his class, and was picked up by his current employer. He quickly showed his capability and was soon promoted to a head role. He routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: He feels that his past leaves him morally obligated to help; and he is being blackmailed/forced/etc and this influences his actions

Ideals: Logical. Bonds: Attractive, Family, Job, Criminal record. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Jittery and nervous

Possessions: 1000 gp. Brown diamond (2000 gp). Blue sapphire (500 gp). Rhodochrosite (11 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He wears professional attire, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 5'3" when asserting himself. His silver hair is knotted and matted. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. 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, Halimath is combative with any and all who dare try his patience in the slightest.

History: Halimath lived on a farm with his mother, near the main road leading to a nearby town. His mother worked until he suffered an accident while they were digging through a hill for a new route. He had to support his now crippled mother and took his mother's old job. Due to his spouse's obsession with being a Jeweler they were divorced and he won custody of their son. He worked as a Junk Dealer, and he later adopted a second son.

Motivation: Wants to raise his children well; and to unite with his sister

Ideals: Optimist, Justice, Entrepeneur. Bonds: Attractive, Family. Occupation: Junk Dealer

Voice: Complex vocabulary, royal

Possessions: 400 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.