Description: He is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. He has a moderate pudge and is not very fit. His hair is blonde, silky, and of moderate length. His brown eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: He believes there is no problem he cannot solve with sufficient elbow grease and persistence, if it is the best or most economic solution matters not. He is able to fit into much smaller and tighter spaces than normal.

History: Trained by his father for as long as he can remember he had it drilled in his head that it was his duty to serve his country. He couldn't stand his childhood mentor and eventually formed a pact with his mentor's previously failed apprentice to rebel. When their plan failed the mentor lashed out against both of them and fled. One night he noticed a nearby shooting star which he hiked out to see where it landed. It turned out to be an ancient artifact of some kind. He has done his darndest to repair it but it is currently non-functional.

Motivation: He wants nothing more than to rejoin the army; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Persistence, Gifted. Bonds: Attractive, Military, Mentor. Occupation: Navigator

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: 400 gp. Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1700 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (2000 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (400 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (150 gp).

Description: With black face paint in a stripe pattern across his face, he is wearing dark clothing and a heavy breastplate, keeping many of his physical features obscured. He has a very tight haircut. His thin eyebrows rest above his beady blue eyes.

Personality: He trusts no one. He is not readily capable for forgiveness and his ire never leaves him. Energy wise he seems alert and responsive.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. In his formative years he discovered how persuasive he was. He began using that to his advantage selling useless wares at inflated prices. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: Wishes to resurrect an old love; and retire the richest man in the south

Ideals: Professionalism, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: In love. Occupation: Bellfounder

Voice: Smooth and feminine

Possessions: 1400 gp.

Description: He tends to wear a brown poncho over his likewise colored trousers and shirt. His skin is fair and his fingers are delicate and long. His red hair is knotted and matted. His hazel eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: He is intelligent and cunning, but he will too often allow his rage to get the better of him. He will lose his cool and rely on brute force to carry the day. Mindartis enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for his love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. He was part of a huge silver rush, which was taken over by a mining company. The company confiscated a lot of silver, but the shipment was lost. He has drifted apart from his friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature ceremonial dagger.

Motivation: He has a rivalry with the Church that dominates his actions; and he's looking for his big break

Flaws: Antagonistic, Hedonist. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer, Religious. Occupation: Engraver

Voice: American accent

Possessions: 11000 sp.

Description: His right thumb is blackened and bruised, but otherwise he appears quite healthy. He wears baggy black pantaloons and a tan scarf. He keeps his long red hair kept up in a rat tail. His fair skin shows little sign of his aristocratic breeding.

Personality: He exudes charisma. He is a tour de force of persuasion. He is accommodating to his spouse and as such limits his hospitality. He is brave and levelheaded in the face of danger and has proven himself a capable leader.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his mother and father. His mother taught him the rudiments of the Carter arts, while his father instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. He inherited a moderately successful company from his mother. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. When he grew older, he became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. He began work as a mercenary for hire. He would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: Many brigands want him driven away; and someone believes him a fraud

Bonds: Attractive, In love, Rich, Adventurer, Enemies. Occupation: Carter

Voice: pre-pubescent

Possessions: 5000 sp. Hematite (16 gp). 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: The light-skinned man stands 5'5" and wears a blue collared shirt and brown pants. He accessorizes with a blue scarf around the waist and a strap diagonally across his shirt. He has no hair. His ears are large.

Personality: The man has a huge range of feeling. He will range from being happy and joking with the occasional self put down to crying stating how he will be a better person from this day on. He takes great joy in being the best Spy in town.

History: He was born on a small isolated farm. His mother took him hunting and taught him how to get in the mind of other creatures. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: To be a Mayor again; and he is unsatisfied with his job

Flaws: Ugly, Emotional, Antagonistic. Bonds: Job, Nature. Occupation: Spy

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: Eye agate (8 gp).