Description: He is a man of bearing and well nourished. He is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright tan and black, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. His chestnut hair is heavily combed to the left. His blue eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

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. Any perceived weakness will be pressed and exploited. He is seen as merciless and passionate.

History: Aust was born in the south. At a young age he loved to build and create. His psionic abilities were realized during a raid on his village. He became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and find a way to reverse the transformation of his sister

Ideals: Persistence, Gifted. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer, Criminal record, Family. Occupation: Detective

Voice: Low and grunting

Possessions: 1000 gp. Solid gold idol (700 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (700 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Relatively heavier built than your average man, he is not imposing. He prefers to wear the grand gowns of high society. He carries his fan with him everywhere and carries himself as the perfect gentleman. His auburn hair is still thick. His gray eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: He is a very happy person and has lots of energy. To put it simply, he's a very lovable idiot. He has a habit of throwing himself into exceedingly dangerous situations.

History: He served in the navy to pay for his family's outstanding loans. He graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. He advanced relatively quickly due to his good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: He's looking for his big break; and to reunite with his old friends

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Rich, Military, Adventurer. Occupation: Mayor

Voice: Slow speaker

Possessions: 1300 gp. Red garnet (50 gp). Lapis lazuli (6 gp). Obsidian (6 gp). Blue quartz (6 gp).

Description: A pudgy man standing about 5'5" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He is wearing a tight blue one piece outfit complete with pants, hood, and a cape. He has blonde hair. His ears are large.

Personality: Eccentric and domineering, Fivin will drive conversation. He does not mind isolation but does not hate company and attempts to receive them as best as possible.

History: He was a bastard born out of an affair, and his father always resented and mistreated him for it out of spite. His father disappeared, and while he tried to raise money to find his father, he was betrayed dozens of times. He has been saving his money to try and buy his sister's freedom.

Motivation: He wants to get laid; and an old rival family wants him found

Ideals: Extrovert. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Family, Has a crush. Occupation: Tanner

Voice: Smooth and feminine

Possessions: 1000 gp. Pink pearl (140 gp). Jet (140 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: The dark-skinned man stands 5'0" and wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. His hair is cut close to his head. His amber eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: He will rave to anyone who will listen. He does not believe in violence as a means to an end. He is a dedicated Detective but believes his peers are too gung-ho.

History: Erdan hails from a village terrorized by drow. A few years later when the south was not economically sound they moved to his current location. He is untrained/undisciplined, which makes him dangerous.

Motivation: Retire the richest man in the east; and several ex partners dislike his way of doing things and want revenge

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Pacifist. Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Enemies, Immigrant. Occupation: Detective

Voice: Booming voice

Possessions: 1000 gp. Tiger eye turquoise (14 gp). Azurite (14 gp). Citrine (70 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A man with a calm yet intense air about him, he very much looks the part of a Knight. His red hair is thinning but still full. He has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. He wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: He tends to agree with only himself unless someone else's opinion sounds like he can profit from it. He tries to control his temper but he can't always stop himself from what he feels what must be done. He is a very good compulsive liar and kleptomaniac.

History: He grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. 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. 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.

Flaws: Antagonistic, Mundane. Bonds: Job, Criminal record, Rich. Occupation: Knight

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 600 gp. Violet garnet (1600 gp). Alexandrite (1600 gp). Jasper (40 gp). Deep blue spinel (1600 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.