Description: This man prefers to wear pastel clothing when he does not wear armor, and sports empty pouches on his belt. He wears his blonde hair up in a very large beehive style do. His amber unseeing eyes seem to look past you.

Personality: Always inclined to offer people food he seems plenty friendly. Any perceived weakness will be pressed and exploited. He is seen as merciless and passionate.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious western family, he was no stranger to responsibility. He inherited a moderately successful company from his father. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. 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 desires power and/or immortality; and money/treasure

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Criminal record, Religious, Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Tanner

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 13000 sp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. He is generally shirtless and showing off his tattooed chest. His hair, while still mostly chestnut, has prominent grey streaks. His gray eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: He considers himself the protector of his home. He feels this is his duty and calling. He misses his home and complains about the freezing weather, even in summer.

History: He was born in the south. 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 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 content; and he is greedy

Flaws: Ugly, Mundane. Bonds: Guardian, Immigrant, Job, Rich. Occupation: Scribe

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: 1100 gp. Bloodstone (40 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This man stands a little under 5'3" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He wears tight fitting pants and leather jackets. He usually doesn't wear a shirt. He sports a long blonde beard, and similarly colored long hair. His eyes are gray and he is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: He is fixated on the number 20. He counts his steps and bites of food to keep in track with it. He seems to be used to being ignored and not questioned about it. He has a minor phobia of water and hates getting wet.

History: Paelias was raised in a hard working conservative environment. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Guard work with an outfit from a few towns over. Guard work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He is searching for what he claims is his rightful reward.

Motivation: He'd like to take his coworkers down a peg; and he's looking for his big break

Flaws: Insane, Fearful. Bonds: Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Guard

Voice: High pitched, excited

Possessions: 50000 cp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This man likes to wear pastel tank tops with yellow pants. He has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized emerald on his left hand. His white hair is greasy and uncared for. He has amber eyes.

Personality: He is erratic and paranoid. He believes gnolls are coming to abduct people. He is an amazing painter.

History: He was born several months after his father was called into army service. Brilliant and gifted he never wanted to apply himself. 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: Several ex partners dislike his way of doing things and want revenge; and he has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Enemies, Military. Occupation: Barrister

Voice: Spits words with contempt

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: He is a paragon of his species. He is larger and stronger than most Elves. His skin is dark but he possesses many tan ritualistic tattoos. He is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down. His chestnut hair is braided into rings. His eyes are a pleasant blue.

Personality: Prone to second guessing himself, he comes off as nervous. He receives visions of the future at random moments

History: Born in a small village he learned the ways of the warrior from his mother. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Elven companion (his 'brother'). He became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: Many brigands want him driven away; and obtaining odd cultural elven artifacts is his passion

Ideals: Gifted, Fighting. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Adventurer, Enemies. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: 4000 sp. Emerald (500 gp). Alexandrite (800 gp). Smoky quartz (30 gp). Chrysoberyl (140 gp). Azurite (8 gp). Jasper (30 gp).