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 is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down. He has styled his brown hair well, parting it to the left. His eyes are green and he is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. Any perceived weakness will be pressed and exploited. He is seen as merciless and passionate.

History: Sold as a small child to a brothel owner, Heian was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. 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 moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: He is a bit of a kleptomaniac; and he feels that his past leaves him morally obligated to help

Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Criminal record, Mentor, Immigrant. Occupation: Bricklayer

Voice: Irish accent

Possessions: 800 gp. Jeweled gold crown (5000 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (100 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1500 gp). A life-sized copper and silver statuette of a cockatrice. (100 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1400 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (800 gp).

Description: He is an attractive man, lean and moderately muscular. He dresses in collared shirts and wears a proper scarf over his head. He has shaved his head bald. His fierce blue eyes like to dwell on things.

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. He takes great joy in being the best Slave Trader in town.

History: Gifted from a young age, Gennal studied abroad. He became part of the deadliest team of assassins in recent memory. A botched job caused the group to be disbanded. Recently he has begun working with bootleggers and crooks.

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

Ideals: Optimist, Gifted. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Criminal record. Occupation: Slave Trader

Voice: Squeaky

Possessions: 700 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A man with a friendly, welcoming air about him, he wears a fancy white suit. He has a very tight haircut. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: Overbrimming with self-confidence, Rolen isn't afraid of most anything. He has a strong dislike to people who do not believe in Elven unity. He is a ruthless business man, a trait he acquired from his father.

History: His druidic talent manifested at a young age. Aiming to upstage a rival house, his parents had him trained. Rolen was born on a far western forest where he grew up under the tutelage of his father, an expert Brewer. He has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: Retire the richest man in the west; and an old rival family wants him found

Ideals: Impeccable, Entrepeneur, Gifted. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Family. Occupation: Brewer

Voice: Spanish accent

Possessions: 5000 sp. Violet garnet (1600 gp). Black star sapphire (600 gp). Sardonyx (70 gp). Banded agate (13 gp). 2 Thunderstones. 2 Thunderstones. 1 Everburning torch. 1 Alchemist’s fire.

Description: This man stands a little under 5'1" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He dresses in green turtlenecks beneath a tan coat with white slacks. His head has been shaved. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He considers himself a man of culture and sophistication. He likes a good challenge to his wits. He takes great joy in being the best Barkeep in town.

History: Erdan was born in the west. At a young age he loved to build and create. He found a children's book about a Elf Sorcerer who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. He modeled his life after the story, seeing himself destined a hero. He struck the Barkeep job and began his own company from there.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him; and he doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes

Ideals: Impeccable, Persistence. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Barkeep

Voice: Creaky witch voice

Possessions: 2000 gp. Jeweled gold crown (2000 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (800 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (800 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (170 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (2000 gp). Solid gold idol (600 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (2000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: His skin has the orange glow of too much sun. He is perpetually draped in fineries, but all of this concealed by his earthly robes.. He has silver hair. His eyes are likewise gray. His teeth are white and perfect.

Personality: He will rave to anyone who will listen. He is underhanded and not above using his wealth and body to get others to do his bidding.

History: Sold as a small child to a slaver, Arannis was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. 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 became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: He feels kind of lost in life; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Flaws: Insane, Depressed. Bonds: Attractive, Mentor, Adventurer. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 60000 cp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.