Description: This younger middle-aged man wears dull green sweaters, loose tan pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath his sweater he keeps a concealed whip, just in case, and a wedding ring on his right hand. His long blonde hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. His voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: He considers himself a man of culture and sophistication. He likes a good challenge to his wits. The war was a terrible time for him, and Heian does not often speak of it. When he does, he does so with a strained expression and tears in his eyes.

History: He was born several months after his father was called into army service. While studying, he fell in love. They married and had a daughter. He has since married many spouses, only to have them die. He claims to not be responsible.

Motivation: He doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes; and he wants nothing more than to rejoin the army

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Insane, Depressed. Bonds: In love, Military. Occupation: Guard

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: 4000 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This late middle aged man likes to wear ponchos typically of a light grey in addition to tight pants and is in decent physical shape. Sporting a golden mohawk and bushy mustache this man's hair draws a lot of attention. His blue eyes peer out from beneath his broad grey hat.

Personality: He can speak with the recently deceased. When triggered he is a bloodthirsty maniac, stopping at nothing and killing everything for almost an hour.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. His family was being driven out of business by several neighboring competitors. The mother sought out extralegal help and others began closing their doors. He saw this and took pride in his mother's willingness to do anything to win. He has achieved small success as a Ploughman.

Motivation: He made a deal with a demon which lead to his current lot in life, and he's becoming increasingly nervous about it; and he possesses a valuable artifact that the thieves guild wishes to steal

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Criminal record, Rich, Job, Debt. Occupation: Ploughman

Voice: Uses lots of figures of speech

Possessions: 900 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: An imposing man with a heavy stainless steel prosthetic right hand, he is armored in gleaming platemail with gilded edges. A flowing brown cape and mantle trimmed with soft grey waves gently in the breeze. He wears a feathered hat to cover his moderate length auburn hair. His hazel eyes dart from person to person.

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 constantly seizes attention wherever he goes and has come to expect this respect from everyone. He likes to think of himself as merciful, but nonetheless is very strict.

History: He was born several months after his father was called into army service. He has chosen to use the inheritance that was left to him frivolously. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him.

Ideals: Joker, Impeccable. Bonds: Rich, Military. Occupation: Barkeep

Voice: Thin and wheezing

Possessions: 3000 gp. Rose (20 gp). Peridot (20 gp). Black star sapphire (400 gp). Brown-green garnet (160 gp). Coral (160 gp). Alexandrite (1500 gp). Black pearl (1500 gp). Aquamarine (1500 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This slender man stands about 5'1". He likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. His red hair is cut jaggedly and amateurishly. His blue eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. He disdains his fellow easterners, claiming they make him look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. In his 12th year, his parents were killed by a illithids raid, leaving Naill alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, he was adopted. He remains aloof and afraid to be himself due to all the ideals others have placed upon him.

Motivation: He desires power and/or immortality; and he wants revenge against illithids

Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Immigrant, Rich, Enemies, Adventurer. Occupation: Bellfounder

Voice: Posh accent

Possessions: 40 pp. Black pearl (1400 gp). Tourmaline (110 gp). Moonstone (80 gp). Bloodstone (80 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A stocky lighter skinned man, he wears a green wide-brimmed hat and green clothes. He wears a wide-brimmed hat to cover his moderate length red hair. He has several tiny sapphire earrings on each ear.

Personality: He likes to brag about his accomplishments and constantly tries to beat others to the punch. The war was a terrible time for him, and Nim does not often speak of it. When he does, he does so with a strained expression and tears in his eyes.

History: He was born at the edge of vast mountains. He was an apprentice working in his mother's forge. He then took over the family business and is one of the better Performer for hire.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor.

Ideals: Passionate. Flaws: Depressed. Bonds: Rich, Military, Nature, Job. Occupation: Performer

Voice: Hollow voice

Possessions: 120 pp. 1 Minor magic item.