Description: With black face paint in a stripe pattern across his face, he wears loose pants and a collared shirt complete with sweater beneath his coat. His hair is white and very short. His brown eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: He is a very happy person and has lots of energy. To put it simply, he's a very lovable idiot. His home and work are filled with various knick knacks he has acquired through the years. He cares a great deal for his adopted teenage son.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. His father worked until he suffered an accident while they were digging through a hill for a new route. He had to support his now crippled father and took his father's old job. He has drifted from career to career and currently works as a Miller.

Motivation: To be a Mortician again; and to reunite with his old friends

Ideals: Optimist, Entrepeneur. Bonds: Family, Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Miller

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: 21000 sp. Amethyst (150 gp).

Description: He wears green trousers with white and black striped suspenders. He wears various colorful collared shirts. He carries with him a set of scimitars, each one with a amethyst on the hilt. He only wears one on his belt and the other on his back. He wears a feathered hat to cover his moderate length golden hair. His eyes are likewise amber. His teeth are white and perfect.

Personality: He thrives on attention. He does whatever is in his power to gain the attention of whomever he deems a fit date. He is terrible with names forgetting people's names several times before they finally stick; this causes him no end of embarrassment.

History: His mother raised him in a mountain cabin. 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 is greedy.

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Forgetful. Bonds: Attractive, Nature, Rich. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Irish accent

Possessions: 2400 gp. Violet garnet (1600 gp). Lapis lazuli (8 gp). Aquamarine (1600 gp).

Description: This man is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down. He has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized jet on his right hand. His small hat is riddled with cuts and holes. His hazel eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: He can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. He is however greedy and will demand payment and proof of collateral's value and will produce a merchant's scale to make sure he is not cheated out of a speck.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious northern family, he was no stranger to responsibility. His parents enrolled him in a Sorcerer school at a young age so that he could practice his martial talents. He was granted martial powers by his dying brother.

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

Ideals: Gifted, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Religious. Occupation: Locksmith

Voice: Draws out vowels

Possessions: 700 gp. Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (400 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (170 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (170 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (170 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This man is bedraggled and starved. He wears just a white suit. He has a very tight haircut. He has gleaming, smiling violet eyes.

Personality: Here is a man who knows he is the smartest in the room. He talks down to others constantly. He does not believe in violence as a means to an end. He is a dedicated Laborer but believes his peers are too gung-ho.

History: Naill was born into a poor family. Growing up, he dreamt of becoming a Sorcerer, to bring honor to his family’s name. When he came of age, he applied for a position with his town's local guard, looking to work his way up via merit and eventually become a Sorcerer in service of a powerful lord somewhere. He graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. He advanced relatively quickly due to his good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. He is searching for what he claims is his rightful reward.

Motivation: He wants nothing more than to rejoin the army; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Impeccable, Pacifist. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer, Military. Occupation: Laborer

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: 9000 sp. Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (700 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (700 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp).

Description: A stocky darker skinned man, he wears tight fitting pants and leather jackets. He usually doesn't wear a shirt. His auburn hair is slicked back into a classic pompadour. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: He hates dire rats. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. He would rather hide behind his crafts than deal with other people.

History: He was raised in a plains tribe. He has had some formal dancing training, and achieved minor success. He left for the west, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: To reunite with his old friends; and revenge

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Enemies, Nature, Immigrant, Adventurer. Occupation: Sailor

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: 600 gp. Bloodstone (80 gp). Chrysoprase (80 gp). Violet garnet (900 gp). Freshwater pearl (12 gp). Golden yellow topaz (900 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.