Description: He wears a green coat over a yellow low-cut shirt, and a broad hat upon his head, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 4'8" when asserting himself. He sports a long red beard, and similarly colored long hair. His blue eyes peer out from beneath his broad green hat.

Personality: He is a very happy person and has lots of energy. To put it simply, he's a very lovable idiot. He pushes his goals aggressively. He is also a coward if confronted.

History: Gifted from a young age, Riardon studied abroad. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. 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 has a rivalry with the Church that dominates his actions; and he is greedy

Ideals: Optimist, Gifted. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Rich, Religious. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Spits words with contempt

Possessions: 1100 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A man with thick toned arms and a paunchy gut. He wears dull black sweaters, loose brown pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath his sweater he keeps a concealed crossbow, just in case. His hair is black and curly. His brown eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: He is happy with his job as a Scribe. He turns his eye from what people do, preferring to live and let live. A true patriot, Thervan would do anything for his country. He is fiercely protective of his fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when illithids swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. He went to a religious school and was inspired by the priests there in charitable deeds. He has gone from town to town till he finds a spot where he can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: Someone believes him a fraud; and he wants revenge against illithids

Ideals: Athletic. Bonds: Job, Military, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Scribe

Voice: Aggressive tone

Possessions: 120 pp. Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Solid gold idol (1200 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1400 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: With yellow face paint in a stripe pattern across his face, he dresses in green turtlenecks beneath a tan coat with yellow slacks. He has done his best to style his brown hair to look like a famous performer. His fair skin shows little sign of his aristocratic breeding.

Personality: He is curt in most of his responses. He prefers to keep his word usage to a minimum to avoid giving away unnecessary information. Any perceived weakness will be pressed and exploited. He is seen as merciless and passionate.

History: Heian was born in the north. At a young age he loved to build and create. His parents enrolled him in a Sorcerer school at a young age so that he could practice his necromantic talents. Being a Ploughman kept his interest for a while, but then he became depressed and bored. So he turned to a secret life of crime, taking increasingly more risks and challenges.

Motivation: He has comitted a past crime that haunts him to this day; and he is being blackmailed/forced/etc and this influences his actions

Ideals: Persistence, Gifted. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Criminal record. Occupation: Ploughman

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 300 gp. Chrysoprase (60 gp). Amber (90 gp). Freshwater pearl (6 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A man with a warm, jovial air about him, he likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. His black hair is heavily combed to the left. His fierce blue eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: He is happy with his job as a Butcher. He turns his eye from what people do, preferring to live and let live. He spends most of his days drinking in the Inn, the rowdiest and most dangerous establishment in town. There he gambles, wrestles and listens to stories told by travelers.

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Immeral was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. 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 then took over the family business and is one of the better Butcher for hire.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him; and he is unsatisfied with his job

Ideals: Impeccable. Bonds: Job, Adventurer, Mentor, Criminal record. Occupation: Butcher

Voice: Pronounces difficult words wrong

Possessions: 40000 cp. Jade (90 gp). Chrysoprase (50 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This eastern man's face is deformed and paralyzed on one side. As such, he slurs his words together. He tends to wear a black poncho over his likewise colored trousers and shirt. His hair is always cut to a buzz. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: He is quite rude, and likes to deride his opponents skill and shout insults at them. He is always in debt, since he spends his money on lavish parties and gifts for friends

History: He was born to a criminal king-pin and mafia family He took every job he could get his hands on, but the opportunities for Elves in the east were limited. Being a Marshal kept his interest for a while, but then he became depressed and bored. So he turned to a secret life of crime, taking increasingly more risks and challenges.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and seeks redemption

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Impulsive. Bonds: Criminal record, Immigrant. Occupation: Marshal

Voice: Soft and mumbly

Possessions: 4000 sp. White pearl (110 gp).