Description: A moderately attractive man, he is wearing colorful clothing, dressed as a Carpenter. He wears a Stetson hat to hide his balding. He is very pretty but has cold, dead eyes.

Personality: He is shy and timid. He has not had much interaction with people and is skittish around them. He cannot deal with unfamiliar people for more than a few minutes at a time and if they persist he will grow angry at them.

History: He was born to a criminal king-pin and mafia family His parents died when he was young, and he was unceremoniously dumped in the city orphanage. Heian grew up in the orphanage, tormented by the older kids and famished from lack of food. To avoid death by starvation, most orphans take to a life of crime or prostitution (often both), and so did Heian. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to brigands demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: He wants to meet his childhood hero; and he will attempt to ambush and attack anyone he thinks he can take on alone and try to knock them out with non-lethal damage. if successful, he will try to sell them to his slave-trader contact

Flaws: Shy, Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Criminal record, Enemies, Adventurer. Occupation: Carpenter

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1300 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This slender man stands about 4'8". He is dressed in an above average manner. His black hair has been sun bleached extensively. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He considers himself the perfect gentleman. He makes a point to always show proper etiquette and frequently critiques the etiquette of others. He is obsessed with a lost civilization.

History: A child with a great deal of painting talent his parents made sure he got the chance to thrive. He has had some formal painting training, and achieved minor success. In his journeys he found a malevolent artifact. He wishes to return this artifact and its corrupting influence back to where it came.

Motivation: He has passion for adventuring and risk; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Impeccable, Artistic. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer. Occupation: Performer

Voice: Laughs frequently while speaking

Possessions: 800 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He wears silk and lounges about seductively. His skin is fair and his fingers are delicate and long. He has a small bristly mustache and wavy red hair. His half smiles and green 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. He invented a lineage for himself and claims to be descended from several legendary heroes.

History: His father raised him in a mountain cabin. Over the years he perfected his riding and shooting skills. Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs.

Ideals: Joker. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer, Nature, Religious. Occupation: Barkeep

Voice: Excited and jittery

Possessions: 2000 gp. Cloth of gold vestments (150 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (150 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (2300 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (150 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Solid gold idol (400 gp). Solid gold idol (400 gp). A delicate silver chain set with a tourmaline (50 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (700 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (400 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (150 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1000 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (50 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is wearing dark clothing and a heavy breastplate, keeping many of his physical features obscured, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 5'4" when asserting himself. His golden hair is knotted and matted. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: He swings through moods quickly. One moment he is cool and collected, the next he is carried away by passions. He is a big fan of imagination and believes people should spend more time reading and writing.

History: Born in the south to a Barrister, Korfel learned a great deal about his father's area of expertise. He dropped out of school before completing his studies. He has since married many spouses, only to have them die. He claims to not be responsible.

Motivation: His relatives are trying to arrange a marriage; and sabotage a competitor

Ideals: Passionate, Logical. Bonds: Job, In love, Family. Occupation: Barrister

Voice: Smooth and feminine

Possessions: 3200 gp. Old masterpiece painting (2400 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (400 gp). A life-sized copper and silver statuette of a cockatrice. (30 gp). Gold music box (4000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp).

Description: He has a missing right arm. He is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. His long red hair reaches down to his waist. He has a tattooed face.

Personality: He exudes charisma. He is a tour de force of persuasion. He is obsessed with finding treasure.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He guards a vault combo very seriously as well as the key needed to open it.

Motivation: He uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs; and obtaining odd cultural elven artifacts is his passion

Flaws: Secretive. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer, Rich. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Sleepy voice

Possessions: 1000 gp. Tiger eye turquoise (5 gp). Carnelian (70 gp). Freshwater pearl (5 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.