Description: A pudgy man standing about 4'8" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. He wears his red hair up. His amber eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: He does not believe in betrayal or weakness as things to be tolerated. Animals are drawn to him, and he is able to talk to them.

History: He was a bastard born out of an affair, and his mother always resented and mistreated him for it out of spite. He always admired arcane-users and wanted to develop the talent, but never had the affinity for it. Days after completing his studies, news broke out that his hometown was attacked by giants. Aust was horrified and prayed that his father was alright. However, he heard that his father had died fighting off the giants.

Motivation: To prove his worth to the world; and he wants revenge against giants

Ideals: Justice, Gifted. Flaws: Antagonistic, Impulsive. Bonds: Enemies. Occupation: Cook

Voice: pre-pubescent

Possessions: 1100 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He appears as an extremely gaunt Elf, and stands approximately 4'11". He is wearing a tight red one piece outfit complete with pants, hood, and a cape, and his gloved hand is found clutching a monstrous two handed axe. His white hair is long and unkept. His face is scarred and worn.

Personality: He is a man who does what he needs to. He will acquiesce to black mail and extortion to avoid trouble. He does not regard money as being a problem because it has never been a problem for him. He lives in a bit of an ivory tower believing all problems are one quick intervention away from being solved.

History: He was raised by priests from a young age. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He would ruin relationships and cause injury. He was reprimanded several times before being given his current form and forced to learn humility.

Motivation: His religion dominates his actions.

Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Criminal record, Rich, Religious, Mentor. Occupation: Fortune-teller

Voice: Posh accent

Possessions: 200 gp. Moss agate (8 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. He usually wears his grey robe and has his bastard sword always slung over his shoulder. He has a very tight haircut. His brown eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: He is a Assassin first and foremost. He believes firmly that knowledge should be universal. He has a small toy that he constantly fidgets with.

History: He was a bastard born out of an affair, and his father always resented and mistreated him for it out of spite. 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. He tends to his Assassin job now, and dutifully fulfills any obligations he has.

Motivation: He'd like to take his coworkers down a peg.

Flaws: Ugly, Addict, Antagonistic. Bonds: Job, Mentor. Occupation: Assassin

Voice: Soft and melodious

Possessions: 1000 gp. Gold cup set with emeralds (8000 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (120 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (6000 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He usually wears his green robe and has his bastard sword always slung over his shoulder. His hair, while still mostly red, has prominent grey streaks. His gray eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: He is a very happy person and has lots of energy. To put it simply, he's a very lovable idiot. 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: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. Being born in the east, he completed his medical training abroad so as to avoid the war. He returned after the war having achieved medical proficiency. He was a general practitioner in the east for years, until he, through no fault of his own, lost a patient who had a very powerful family. Rather than risk reprisal he made his way west. Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: He wants nothing more than to rejoin the army; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Optimist, Entrepeneur. Bonds: Family, Adventurer, Military. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: 4000 gp.

Description: This man is very fat, and prefers to wear flannel. With a patchy silver beard and wild silver hair. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are blue.

Personality: He has a very dry and sarcastic sense of humor. He is not one for noise or eating so much, which is in direct contrast with his big mouthed big gutted partner. His partner is his best friend in the world. The two are very close despite being more or less each other's opposites. He passes on several rewards to people in need. He makes a point to leave places better than he found them.

History: He was born in a small plains village. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Elven companion (his 'brother'). He's also a talented Bellfounder, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor; and he desires power and/or immortality

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Adventurer, Nature, Job. Occupation: Layabout

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 800 gp. Zircon (60 gp). Red-brown spinel (160 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (8 gp).