Description: He appears as an extremely gaunt Elf, and stands approximately 4'9". He likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather, and his gloved hand is found clutching a kukri. He sports a long white beard, and similarly colored long hair. He has several tiny aquamarine earrings on each ear.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. He lacks restraint and is impulsive. He jumps in and acts without thinking all too often.

History: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. 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 was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved.

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Impulsive, Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Military. Occupation: Laborer

Voice: Jittery and nervous

Possessions: 1700 gp. Silver comb with moonstones (900 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (800 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (900 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This petite short man is perpetually holding a sweet of some kind. He wears a green tunic with yellow highlights, and long tan pants that bunch up around his shoes, marred by sweets. Sporting a golden mohawk and bushy mustache this man's hair draws a lot of attention. His ears are large.

Personality: He is unhospitable to his core. His small house has "No trespassing" Signs all over it. He would rather hide behind his crafts than deal with other people.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. He found a children's book about a Elf Sorcerer who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. He modeled his life after the story, seeing himself destined a hero. After a long history of fighting, Traki and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and he has passion for adventuring and risk

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Shy. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: Sleepy voice

Possessions: 1100 gp. Black star sapphire (1000 gp). Rhodochrosite (12 gp). Sard (40 gp). Alexandrite (600 gp).

Description: He is a mite stocky and is dressed in an above average manner. His long auburn hair reaches down to his waist. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: Stoic and calm, he prefers to meditate than take action. He misses his home and complains about the freezing weather, even in summer.

History: He was born in a small desert village. He went to a religious school and was inspired by the priests there in charitable deeds. He bought a mace and has really upped his game hunting, due to his understanding of decoy and ambush.

Motivation: He has a rivalry with the Church that dominates his actions; and his religion dominates his actions

Ideals: Disciplined. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Nature, Religious. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 110000 cp. Aquamarine (1600 gp). Coral (40 gp). Sardonyx (50 gp). Rhodochrosite (12 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This tall, slender man prefers to wear the grand gowns of high society. He carries his fan with him everywhere and carries himself as the perfect gentleman. His silver hair is heavily combed to the right. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: Cocky and sure of himself, he believes he is the best Performer born in the past three hundred years. He is frequently practicing swordplay.

History: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: He is unsatisfied with his job; and money/treasure

Flaws: Insomniac, Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Job, Military. Occupation: Performer

Voice: Hard of hearing, loud

Possessions: 200 pp. Sardonyx (80 gp). Obsidian (8 gp). Rich purple corundum (1200 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A 5'2" southern man, he is renowned for his bright black suits and hats. His hair is long and red with streaks of chestnut, and is pulled back with small black clips. His beard is chestnut, braided, and well cared for. His hazel eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: He runs his personal life as if detached from it. He organizes appointments and outings based on perceived benefits he will get from it. Despite his manner, he is extremely passionate and proud of his job, and he prides himself in being thorough and never missing a detail.

History: He was born to loving parents in a slum to the south. Being born in the south, he completed his medical training abroad so as to avoid the war. He returned after the war having achieved medical proficiency. He was a general practitioner in the south for years, until he, through no fault of his own, lost a patient who had a very powerful family. Rather than risk reprisal he made his way east. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: He seems to be bored by most things; and his spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion

Flaws: Selfish, Mundane. Bonds: Job, Poor, Family. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Eastern European accent

Possessions: Pink pearl (70 gp). Rhodochrosite (5 gp). White pearl (70 gp). Banded agate (5 gp). Moonstone (50 gp). Rhodochrosite (5 gp). Canary diamond (4000 gp). Fire opal (1100 gp). Jet (70 gp). Banded agate (5 gp). Sardonyx (50 gp). 1 Medium magic item.