Description: An older man who is armored in gleaming platemail with gilded edges. A flowing violet cape and mantle trimmed with soft blue waves gently in the breeze, he is not a threatening figure. His golden hair is knotted and matted. His face is scarred and worn.

Personality: He dislikes all the random violence that takes place in the north. The war was a terrible time for him, and Ahvain 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 into a rich family. His mother was a soldier and died while he was still young. Ahvain was left his mother's suit of armor and trained in its use and care. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and he feels kind of lost in life

Ideals: Pacifist. Flaws: Ugly, Depressed. Bonds: Rich, Military. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: 2100 gp. Tourmaline (70 gp). Freshwater pearl (8 gp). Malachite (8 gp). Obsidian (8 gp). Hematite (8 gp). Tourmaline (70 gp). Iolite (40 gp).

Description: Dark and lean, he is a relatively plain man. He wears many layers of old clothing at all times. His white hair is cut short. His brown eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: He is extraordinarily eccentric. He will do just about anything if he becomes convinced it is for someone's true love, of this he is easily convinced.

History: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. He was an apprentice working in his mother's forge. When he grew older, he became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. He began work as a mercenary for hire. He would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: Expand his business; and he wants to get laid

Flaws: Ugly, Insane. Bonds: Poor, Has a crush, Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Junk Dealer

Voice: Forgets to breathe while speaking

Possessions: 200 gp. Tourmaline (60 gp). White pearl (60 gp). Coral (60 gp). Lapis lazuli (4 gp).

Description: This man wears baggy grey pantaloons and a tan scarf. He is muscular with a powerful set of arms. His long silver hair reaches down to his waist. This brown eyed easterner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: He cares much about the opinion of others, both in good and in bad: when keeping in line with his opinion, he thinks highly of the other person, but when opinions clash, he can get violently argumentative. He also hits on women, regardless of circumstances.

History: He got into the Architect business at a young age. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Elven companion (his 'brother'). He has achieved small success as a Architect.

Motivation: He has a crush on the local Knight; and to pay off his debts

Ideals: Opinionated. Bonds: Has a crush, Job, Adventurer, Debt. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Irish accent

Possessions: 100 pp. Violet garnet (200 gp). Violet garnet (200 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is typically in his Spice Merchant uniform. He carries a battered rapier and tarnished monstrous two handed axe as well. He has a very tight haircut. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: He goes out his way to put a smile on everyone's face. There's no-one he won't accept into his heart. 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: Aust hails from a village terrorized by orcs. His spouse left him for another, whom he beat to an almost bloody pulp. He did not win them back, but he came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. Recently a tribe of orcs attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Aust fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: Expand his business; and someone believes him a fraud

Ideals: Fighting, Optimist, Impeccable. Bonds: Job, Enemies. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Voice breaks

Possessions: 3000 gp. An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (170 gp). A pair of blacksmith’s puzzle; each has a pair of interlocked iron designs that users try to take apart and put back together (30 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1000 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (170 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1700 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1700 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (170 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (3000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1700 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (3000 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (600 gp). Solid gold idol (600 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1000 gp). Solid gold idol (600 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1100 gp). A detailed rose, with petals and thorns, constructed of silver and electrum (30 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (170 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (600 gp). Finely wrought small gold bracelet (30 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1100 gp). Gold cup set with emeralds (4000 gp). Jeweled anklet (3000 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1700 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This western man is perpetually draped in fineries, but all of this concealed by his earthly robes.. His clothes are grease stained in places. He has a small bristly mustache and wavy silver hair. His fierce brown eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: Eccentric and domineering, Enialis will drive conversation. He is underhanded and not above using his wealth and body to get others to do his bidding.

History: Born in the west his family was never financially stable. His spouse left him for another, whom he beat to an almost bloody pulp. He did not win them back, but he came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. He left for the west, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and he is wracked by social anxiety

Ideals: Extrovert, Fighting. Bonds: Attractive, Poor, Immigrant. Occupation: Miller

Voice: Can't modulate volume

Possessions: 10000 sp. 1 Minor magic item.