Description: He prefers to wear flannel. He is bristling with hidden weapons, mostly ceremonial daggers and flails. Sporting a chestnut mohawk and bushy mustache this man's hair draws a lot of attention. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: A grumpy guy he will invite people to lunch so he can critique them. Yet he still seems generally likeable, like a lovable grump. He lacks restraint and is impulsive. He jumps in and acts without thinking all too often.

History: He was a bastard born out of an affair, and his mother always resented and mistreated him for it out of spite. Through the years after Rolen was born, his mother became increasingly distant from his family, instead choosing to pursue power in the south. Rolen's mother didn't care for him much, and the feeling was mutual. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: He possesses a valuable artifact that the thieves guild wishes to steal; and a rival would like him out of the picture

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Insomniac, Antagonistic, Impulsive. Bonds: Criminal record. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Laughs frequently while speaking

Possessions: 3000 gp. Moonstone (30 gp). Smoky quartz (30 gp). Banded agate (16 gp). Zircon (30 gp). Star rose quartz (30 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1300 gp). Bloodstone (30 gp). Deep blue spinel (1300 gp). Coral (140 gp).

Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He wears just a brown suit. His tied-back hair is red. This hazel eyed westerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: Prone to second guessing himself, he comes off as nervous. He is underhanded and not above using his wealth and body to get others to do his bidding.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Nim grew up listening to his mother's many stories. Before the accident, he was one of the most outspoken anti-Elven activists. He was mortally wounded, saved by a kind and fast-acting Elven doctor. 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: Elven compassion; and he has passion for adventuring and risk

Flaws: Shy, Racist. Bonds: Immigrant, Attractive, Adventurer. Occupation: Knight

Voice: Nasally tone

Possessions: 3000 gp. Star rose quartz (30 gp). Brown-green garnet (120 gp). Blue sapphire (400 gp). Pink pearl (120 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1600 gp).

Description: A man with a friendly, welcoming air about him, he wears bulky violet painted plate armor. His moppish black hair is in a traditional bowl cut. His eyes are a pleasant amber.

Personality: Aggressive, abrasive, and angry, Berrian embodies much of what other species detest in the Elves. He does not mind isolation but does not hate company and attempts to receive them as best as possible.

History: He is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. He inherited a moderately successful company from his father. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. Days after completing his studies, news broke out that his hometown was attacked by dire rats. Berrian was horrified and prayed that his mother was alright. However, he heard that his mother had died fighting off the dire rats.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep; and his name or reputation has been wronged in the past by dire rats, and he desires to right it

Ideals: Extrovert. Flaws: Antagonistic, Insomniac. Bonds: Rich, Enemies. Occupation: Sculptor

Voice: Uses lots of figures of speech

Possessions: 2400 gp. Zircon (80 gp). Bloodstone (80 gp). Rich purple corundum (600 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is an exceptionally muscular looking southern young adult. He likes to wear ponchos typically of a light green in addition to tight pants. Beneath his clothing is a huge mess of scar tissue. His red hair is singed and shortened. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: He is intelligent and cunning, but he will too often allow his rage to get the better of him. He will lose his cool and rely on brute force to carry the day. He is very protective of his business, his home, and his spouse. He is willing to work with less than legal methods but maintains the front of legitimacy.

History: A studious child he never was much for a social life, not because he was unlikable, but because he did not seek it out. At a young age both his parents were killed in an accident. His uncle (a powerful person with enemies on both sides of the law) took him in and had him trained in basic self defense. As of late he has set up a hidden staging nest where he ambushes people he hires for escort.

Motivation: He possesses a valuable artifact that the thieves guild wishes to steal; and he has comitted a past crime that haunts him to this day

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Slave, Criminal record. Occupation: Performer

Voice: Middle-eastern accent

Possessions: 100 gp. Sapphire pendant on gold chain (800 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (700 gp). Old masterpiece painting (700 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (700 gp).

Description: He is lean but muscular and wears very tight pants and wife beaters, though occasionally he sports a violet coat. His hair is red and curly. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his violet eyes.

Personality: Naal is a sociable creature first and foremost. He loves to listen to people at length before talking their ear off. He can carry on conversation for hours and will do so. 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: A child with a great deal of music talent his parents made sure he got the chance to thrive. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Ruler work with an outfit from a few towns over. Ruler work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He has gone from town to town till he finds a spot where he can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: To be a Mortician again; and expand his business

Ideals: Extrovert, Artistic. Bonds: Attractive, Job. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: Sighs a lot, exhausted

Possessions: An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (130 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (130 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (900 gp).