Description: 4'9" and muscular, this southern man wears dull red sweaters, loose tan pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath his sweater he keeps a concealed mace, just in case. He has wavy chestnut hair. His violet eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: He considers himself a man of culture and sophistication. He likes a good challenge to his wits. When he's not drinking or sleeping the drinks off, he's doing writing.

History: Varis 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 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. 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: To reunite with his old friends.

Ideals: Athletic, Impeccable, Artistic. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Architect

Voice: growls and snarls, animalistic

Possessions: 900 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: His skin is bronze and flawless. He wears dull pastel sweaters, loose tan pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath his sweater he keeps a concealed sai, just in case. He is an epitome of beauty. He sports a long black beard, and similarly colored long hair. His blue eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: He believes there is no problem he cannot solve with sufficient elbow grease and persistence, if it is the best or most economic solution matters not. He does not regard money as being a problem because it has never been a problem for him. He lives in a bit of an ivory tower believing all problems are one quick intervention away from being solved.

History: The child of a Blacksmith, who enjoyed hunting, Theren was taken on many hunting expeditions. His father took him hunting and taught him how to get in the mind of other creatures. He leaves a trail of broken hearts and full pockets wherever he goes.

Motivation: Many giants want him driven away; and his name or reputation has been wronged in the past by giants, and he desires to right it

Ideals: Persistence. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Nature, Enemies. Occupation: Dyer

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 700 gp. Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (1000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1000 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. He is renowned for his bright yellow suits and hats. He has no hair. His brown eyes peer out from beneath his feathered yellow hat.

Personality: He is filled with cunning. He likes to feign weakness letting people think he is weak. He has the money to obtain near anything and knows that if you pay a man enough he will sell his own mother. Money is his most trusted friend.

History: His parents moved while he was still in utero so he is the first generation to be born here. His mother had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to goblins demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: Many goblins want him driven away; and he is terrified, and will act out of fear

Flaws: Ugly, Secretive, Fearful. Bonds: Rich, Immigrant, Enemies. Occupation: Bellfounder

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: 900 gp. Sardonyx (70 gp). Deep blue spinel (700 gp). Azurite (9 gp).

Description: He wears well tailored suits and hats with beautiful decoration. He is almost always dressed for an outing in high society. He cuts an attractive figure and his suit of old armor is well cared for even if it is obsolete. He has done his best to style his auburn hair to look like a famous performer. His violet eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: He speaks before he thinks and is too direct. He is underhanded and not above using his wealth and body to get others to do his bidding.

History: Uthemar was born with his father's beautiful face. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it.

Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, In love. Occupation: Laborer

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: 800 gp. Zircon (60 gp). Chrysoprase (60 gp). Smoky quartz (60 gp). Red garnet (70 gp).

Description: He is in excellent shape and dresses in tan turtlenecks beneath a grey coat with green slacks. His blonde hair is cut jaggedly and amateurishly. He tend to wears goggles to shield his eyes.

Personality: He misses his glory days as an athlete. He does not mind his job, but it is boring in comparison. Nim enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for his love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Nim grew up listening to his father's many stories. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Bellfounder work with an outfit from a few towns over. Bellfounder work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He ran away from his former home and has been making his living as a Bellfounder for the past few years.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and he will attempt to ambush and attack anyone he thinks he can take on alone and try to knock them out with non-lethal damage. if successful, he will try to sell them to his slave-trader contact

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Adventurer, Job, Criminal record. Occupation: Bellfounder

Voice: Soothing and warm

Possessions: 4000 sp.