Description: He is a physically imposing dark-skinned man. He is armored in gleaming platemail with gilded edges. A flowing white cape and mantle trimmed with soft black waves gently in the breeze. He has no hair. This hazel eyed easterner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: He seems absolutely devoid of it. He stares off into space and will respond with overly literal and minimalist answers to questions. He is frequently practicing swordplay.

History: His parents moved while he was still in utero so he is the first generation to be born here. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. Unlike his family, who was content to work in a sleepy main town, he wanted to work in the city. He has been working here for the past few years.

Motivation: He wants nothing more than to rejoin the army; and he is content

Flaws: Ugly, Mundane. Bonds: Rich, Military, Immigrant. Occupation: Dyer

Voice: Sensual and smooth

Possessions: 7000 gp. Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1800 gp). Gold cup set with emeralds (2000 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (2000 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1800 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1800 gp). Solid gold idol (800 gp). A detailed rose, with petals and thorns, constructed of silver and electrum (10 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (400 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (130 gp). Solid gold idol (800 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (130 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (2000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (400 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (130 gp). Gold music box (3000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (400 gp). A detailed rose, with petals and thorns, constructed of silver and electrum (10 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1800 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (130 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (3000 gp). A pair of blacksmith’s puzzle; each has a pair of interlocked iron designs that users try to take apart and put back together (10 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This man wears an old set of leather armor, nicked and torn by the ravages of time and battle. He is muscular with a powerful set of arms. He sports a long golden beard, and similarly colored long hair. His eyes are likewise hazel. His teeth are white and perfect.

Personality: His tongue was cut out and he uses sign language. He loves teas. He is very sensitive about his face. To blow off anger he lifts weights and to control his otherwise explosive temper he works out a lot.

History: Born in the west to a Body Guard, Nutae learned a great deal about his mother's area of expertise. His spouse left him for another, whom he beat to an almost bloody pulp. He did not win them back, but he came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. He tends to his Body Guard job now, and dutifully fulfills any obligations he has.

Motivation: He'd like to take his coworkers down a peg; and balancing his hectic life and new body guard responsibilities is difficult

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Attractive, Job. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: 600 pp. Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1300 gp). Finely wrought small gold bracelet (60 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (160 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (200 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). A pair of blacksmith’s puzzle; each has a pair of interlocked iron designs that users try to take apart and put back together (60 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (200 gp). A pair of blacksmith’s puzzle; each has a pair of interlocked iron designs that users try to take apart and put back together (60 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down. His hair, while still mostly black, has prominent grey streaks. His thin eyebrows rest above his beady blue eyes.

Personality: He likes to fabricate stories about his past exploits and how crazy he is, but in actuality he is rather bland. He is skeptical of what others tell him and is slow to trust.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: To find somewhere to settle down.

Flaws: Ugly, Mundane, Shy, Depressed. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Locksmith

Voice: Pronounces difficult words wrong

Possessions: 1000 gp.

Description: A moderately attractive man, he wears a fine chain shirt which he covers with grey colored cloaks and clothing. He has styled his brown hair well, parting it to the right. He has several tiny amethyst earrings on each ear.

Personality: Carrie is a sociable creature first and foremost. He loves to listen to people at length before talking their ear off. He can carry on conversation for hours and will do so. He has a cruel streak; something he gained from his previous mentor. He harbors resentment against his former mentor.

History: He was born into a rich family. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. 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 is greedy; and he's repulsed by the pc

Ideals: Extrovert. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Mentor. Occupation: Assassin

Voice: German accent

Possessions: 800 pp. Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (700 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (1000 gp). Carved bone or ivory statuette (40 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This light-skinned male prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for his hunting needs. He is tall, broad shouldered and powerfully built. His auburn hair is cut short. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: He is a very happy person and has lots of energy. To put it simply, he's a very lovable idiot. He is cautious and jumpy. He reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. His parents enrolled him in a Sorcerer school at a young age so that he could practice his divine talents. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and he has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Optimist, Entrepeneur, Gifted. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Marshal

Voice: Rolls R's

Possessions: 110 pp. Aquamarine (700 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (800 gp). Golden yellow topaz (700 gp). Blue quartz (9 gp).