Description: He is perpetually draped in fineries, but all of this concealed by his earthly robes.. He keeps his auburn hair in a flapper bob. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: Cocky and sure of himself, he believes he is the best Tanner born in the past three hundred years. He does not mind isolation but does not hate company and attempts to receive them as best as possible.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. When the war came and ruined his parents he was left adrift. He was a hard man then and has only learned to fight more as time goes on. He's also a talented Layabout, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: He uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs; and money/treasure

Ideals: Extrovert. Flaws: PTSD. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Rich. Occupation: Tanner

Voice: Eastern European accent

Possessions: Red spinel (60 gp). Rhodochrosite (6 gp). Alexandrite (700 gp).

Description: This tall, slender man is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. He wears a feathered hat to cover his moderate length chestnut hair. He has green eyes and a yellow hat with a green feather.

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. His actions favor neither the good nor the evil, as he answers to a power that mortal men fail to acknowledge.

History: Sold as a small child to a brothel owner, Hadarai was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. His mother was a mechanic, and taught him how to fix just about anything. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep; and his religion dominates his actions

Ideals: Fighting, Persistence. Flaws: Ugly, Insomniac. Bonds: Religious, Mentor. Occupation: Baker

Voice: Mousy voice

Possessions: 1800 gp. Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1400 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (100 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1400 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (80 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (500 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This man wears a faded coat and loose pants complete with Stetson hat. He has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized emerald on his left hand. His hair is cut close to his head. His half smiles and brown eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: His voice, at times compared to that of a Nymph, lambasts those who consider themselves "civilized" with snide, belittling remarks; the subtle growl he speaks with growing louder in doing so, one can find it most pronounced, despite the otherwise natural purity of his tone. When triggered he is a bloodthirsty maniac, stopping at nothing and killing everything for almost an hour.

History: He comes from a rich northern family. He moved out south to avoid the crime he committed. He leaves a trail of broken hearts and full pockets wherever he goes.

Motivation: A rival would like him out of the picture.

Flaws: Cynical, Insane. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Criminal record. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Adds syll-ab-les for em-pha-sis

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. 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 very tight haircut. He has gleaming, smiling gray eyes.

Personality: He is irritable and easily angered. He is a bit of a bully and is not afraid to use his stature and powers to intimidate and hurt. He is a great chef.

History: The child of a Soapmaker, who enjoyed hunting, Uthemar was taken on many hunting expeditions. He was an apprentice working in his mother's forge. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Balancing his hectic life and new Gardener responsibilities is difficult.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Nature, Job. Occupation: Gardener

Voice: growls and snarls, animalistic

Possessions: 1000 gp. Star ruby (500 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is a mite stocky and is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. His chestnut hair is singed and shortened. His hazel eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: Calm and collected, he is a well trained Map Maker. He dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. His biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when giants swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. 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 has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and someone believes him a fraud

Ideals: Fighting, Logical. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Map Maker

Voice: Can't modulate volume

Possessions: 400 gp.