Description: This petite short man is perpetually holding a chocolate of some kind. He dresses in black turtlenecks beneath a white coat with green slacks, marred by chocolates. His white hair has been sun bleached extensively. His brown eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

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. He has a cruel streak; something he gained from his previous mentor. He harbors resentment against his former mentor.

History: He was born in the west. He couldn't stand his childhood mentor and eventually formed a pact with his mentor's previously failed apprentice to rebel. When their plan failed the mentor lashed out against both of them and fled. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC.

Flaws: Ugly, Shy, Antagonistic. Bonds: Mentor, Immigrant. Occupation: Miner

Voice: Speaks with back of mouth

Possessions: 1800 gp. Carnelian (20 gp). Lapis lazuli (9 gp). Jasper (20 gp).

Description: This eastern man wears tight fitting clothing which further accentuates his frame. His clothes are grease stained in places. His hair is cut close to his head. He is very pretty but has cold, dead eyes.

Personality: He exudes charisma. He is a tour de force of persuasion. Further he is a bit of a stoner and is frequently out of it.

History: His necromantic talent manifested at a young age. Aiming to upstage a rival house, his parents had him trained. His father was very strict, and drilled into him lessons on being the perfect gentleman. He's since become an addict/alcoholic.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him; and he feels the way he acts is they only way to get by in the world

Ideals: Gifted, Impeccable. Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Attractive, Poor, Immigrant. Occupation: Bricklayer

Voice: Loud with bravado

Possessions: 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This man is tall and muscular. He wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. His hair is cut close to his head. His half smiles and violet eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: He trusts no one. He is not readily capable for forgiveness and his ire never leaves him. He is harsh and unforgiving.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. He's since become an addict/alcoholic.

Motivation: Retire the richest man in the west; and wants to work out more often

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Athletic. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Mentor. Occupation: Dyer

Voice: Old Prospector

Possessions: 50 pp. Star ruby (900 gp). Rhodochrosite (6 gp). Bloodstone (20 gp). Aquamarine (1500 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. He usually wears his tan robe and has his sai always slung over his shoulder. His chestnut hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. His eyes are likewise hazel.

Personality: He does not believe in betrayal or weakness as things to be tolerated. He can't help but pocket interesting objects he comes across

History: He was born in the east, but his parents moved at a very young age to the south. As a very small child his family refused to pay dues to a local crime lord, who ordered them killed. His father, a somewhat powerful mage sought to protect him and cast a teleportation spell that whisked him away. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Seeks redemption; and he is being blackmailed/forced/etc and this influences his actions

Ideals: Justice. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Criminal record, Immigrant, Family. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Low range voice

Possessions: 130 pp. Chrysoberyl (50 gp). Star ruby (1200 gp).

Description: He stands about 5'3" and wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. His right leg appears badly burned and disfigured. His hair is long and red with streaks of golden, and is pulled back with small blue clips. His beard is golden, braided, and well cared for. His amber eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: He is inclined to make off color jokes and interpret anything that could be construed as such as innuendo. He plays an instrument quite well.

History: Mindartis hails from a village terrorized by dire rats. He took after his father in leading caravans. Because they were valued, his father taught him to defend himself. When his father died while fighting dire rats, the young Mindartis began to lead the lost caravan. He has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: Revenge; and a deep hatred of dire rats

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Joker, Artistic. Bonds: Enemies. Occupation: Roofer

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: 800 gp.