Description: Relatively heavier built than your average man, he is not imposing. He wears a brown costume with the symbols of the four houses of cards on his torso. His golden hair is matted, messy, and big. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He is irascible and easily irritated. He has a cruel streak; something he gained from his previous mentor. He harbors resentment against his former mentor.

History: Sold as a small child to a brothel owner, Rolen was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. When he came of age, he joined a caravan that would eventually take him to the capital. He would practice along the way and, when he arrived, be apprenticed to a Tailor. He's also a talented Stableman, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and sabotage a competitor

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Disease. Bonds: Mentor, Job. Occupation: Tailor

Voice: growls and snarls, animalistic

Possessions: 4000 gp. Obsidian (14 gp). Sardonyx (40 gp). Tourmaline (40 gp). Moonstone (40 gp). Golden yellow topaz (500 gp). White pearl (40 gp). Blue quartz (14 gp). Blue quartz (14 gp). Black star sapphire (400 gp). Jet (40 gp). Alexandrite (500 gp). Banded agate (14 gp). Pink pearl (40 gp). Chrysoberyl (40 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He is a husky man, who wears a shirt that is too small, which lets his gut show, with a ratty tan coat over it. He wears his hair in dreadlocks. He is baby faced.

Personality: He has a good heart but also a terrible temper. He will forgive often but not before yelling and berating someone for whatever they have done wrong. He pushes his goals aggressively. He is also a coward if confronted.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. His parents divorced when he was young, and his mother gained full cudstody. He was regularly beaten by his mother, who blamed him for driving them apart. After a long history of fighting, Peren and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever; and he feels threatened by others

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Fearful, Disease. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Hissing voice

Possessions: 110 pp. Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (3000 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1700 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (700 gp).

Description: This western man's face is deformed and paralyzed on one side. As such, he slurs his words together. He wears a suit in poor condition. It has not been laundered in sometime and has been worn in activities one would not normally wear a suit during. His hair is short and blonde. This blue eyed westerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: Stoic and calm, he prefers to meditate than take action. He plays an instrument quite well.

History: The child of western immigrants he idolized his father. 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. When he grew older, he became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. He began work as a mercenary for hire. He would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and to reunite with his old friends

Ideals: Disciplined, Artistic. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Adventurer, Immigrant. Occupation: Tailor

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2300 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp).

Description: He stands about 5'1" and is typically in his Assassin uniform. His left hand appears badly burned and disfigured. He keeps his long silver hair kept up in a rat tail. His half smiles and violet eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: He is quiet and reserved most of the time, but warms up to people very quickly. Around friends he is liable to tell dirty jokes and enjoy himself. When he's not drinking or sleeping the drinks off, he's doing writing.

History: Born in the north to a Assassin, Berrian learned a great deal about his father's area of expertise. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Assassin work with an outfit from a few towns over. Assassin work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He now owns his own business.

Motivation: Balancing his hectic life and new Assassin responsibilities is difficult; and to be a banker again

Ideals: Joker, Artistic. Bonds: Job, Attractive. Occupation: Assassin

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: Sapphire pendant on gold chain (3000 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (110 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (110 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1200 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (4000 gp). Gold music box (4000 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (60 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is a husky man, who is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down. He wears his blonde hair down. He has blue eyes.

Personality: He exudes charisma. He is a tour de force of persuasion. He also has developed a complete distrust of the Stableman profession.

History: He got into the Tanner business at a young age. A freak accident while working with his Stableman father left him crippled. He has since married many spouses, only to have them die. He claims to not be responsible.

Motivation: He is being blackmailed/forced/etc and this influences his actions; and he is a bit of a kleptomaniac

Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Attractive, Job, In love, Criminal record. Occupation: Tanner

Voice: pre-pubescent

Possessions: 2000 gp.