Description: He is a mite stocky and wears very tight pants and wife beaters, though occasionally he sports a brown coat. His golden hair is matted, messy, and big. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. He is skeptical of what others tell him and is slow to trust.

History: Sold as a small child to a slaver, Paelias was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. He has had some formal painting training, and achieved minor success. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Someone believes him a fraud; and seeks redemption

Ideals: Gifted, Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Mentor. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 5000 sp. Chrysoprase (50 gp). Coral (120 gp). Aquamarine (1400 gp). Moonstone (50 gp).

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he is dressed in a clean blue cloak covering his clean studded leather. He wears a small hat to hide his balding. His eyes are brown and beady.

Personality: He's a bit of a prankster. He knows he is clumsy and seen as such and will often feign amnesia after injury. He never wears the same outfit twice, unless he absolutely has to.

History: He was born to loving parents in a slum to the north. Traki was born on a far northern forest where he grew up under the tutelage of his father, an expert Tanner. He has never given up on his singing dream.

Motivation: He desires power and/or immortality; and he is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs

Ideals: Joker, Artistic. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant. Occupation: Tanner

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 2300 gp. Moonstone (80 gp). Chalcedony (80 gp). Coral (110 gp). Moss agate (11 gp). Iolite (80 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This man is tall and muscular. He dresses well, typically a more casual-formal manner. His hair is long and red with streaks of silver, and is pulled back with small tan clips. His beard is silver, braided, and well cared for. His blue eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

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 is susceptible to being scared and is in actuality easily frightened. He likes to tell stories.

History: He comes from a rich northern family. 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. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: He is greedy.

Ideals: Athletic, Optimist. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Rich. Occupation: Healer

Voice: Sensual and smooth

Possessions: 600 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: With brown face paint in a stripe pattern across his face, he wears a simple green robe with pastel stripes complete with hood. His hair is white and curly. His green eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: He has a good heart but also a terrible temper. He will forgive often but not before yelling and berating someone for whatever they have done wrong. He is submissive, is generally bored by everything, but will take part in whatever people ask of him. He is by nature obliging.

History: He served in the navy to pay for his family's outstanding loans. 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 hopes to save up enough money to one day pay a cleric to cure him.

Motivation: To reunite with his old friends; and he desires power and/or immortality

Flaws: Antagonistic, Shy, Disease. Bonds: Military, Adventurer. Occupation: Armorer

Voice: Slow speaker

Possessions: 1600 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: With brown face paint in a stripe pattern across his face, he prefers to wear flannel. He wears his auburn hair up in a very large beehive style do. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: Himo 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. He is obsessed with his god.

History: Sold as a small child to a slaver, Himo was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. He dropped out of school before completing his studies. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs; and he has a rivalry with the church that dominates his actions

Ideals: Extrovert, Logical. Bonds: Religious, Mentor. Occupation: Sage

Voice: Hissing voice

Possessions: 900 gp.