Description: A man of a pale complexion, he dresses in blue turtlenecks beneath a grey coat with yellow slacks. He is bald on top and has large red tufts of hair around his ears. His blue eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: He is a Tanner first and foremost. He believes firmly that knowledge should be universal. He is a font of random trivia from the lore and stories he has discovered

History: Erdan 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. A gifted student he started as a Gardener, but he got bored and became a Tanner. He has gone from town to town till he finds a spot where he can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job, Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Tanner

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: 300 pp. Deep blue spinel (500 gp). Fire opal (900 gp). Coral (100 gp). White pearl (100 gp). Malachite (16 gp). Violet garnet (500 gp). Lapis lazuli (16 gp). Iolite (50 gp). Sard (50 gp).

Description: This man stands a little under 5'1" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He dresses well, typically a more casual-formal manner. He has blonde hair. His eyes are likewise green.

Personality: Eccentric and domineering, Aust will drive conversation. 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 was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. 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 now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: He wants nothing more than to rejoin the army; and he has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Extrovert. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Military. Occupation: Sage

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 50 pp. Cloth of gold vestments (140 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (140 gp). An elaborate, whalebone scrimshaw carving of intertwined orbs, each showing the legend of creation story (100 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A stocky lighter skinned man, he is wearing colorful clothing, dressed as a Butcher. He has no hair. He has a tattooed face.

Personality: He likes to be helpful to his clients. He likes to prescribe proper advice to his clients. He has zero loyalty and will suck up to whomever is within range, in the hopes of being moved to a better position.

History: He comes from a rich northern family. He made a point of taking high paying jobs and getting most of it up front. He is searching for what he claims is his rightful reward.

Motivation: Expand his business.

Flaws: Ugly, Fearful. Bonds: Job, Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Butcher

Voice: Complex vocabulary, royal

Possessions: 1000 gp.

Description: A plain young-adult man, he is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. His black hair has been sun bleached extensively. He has several tiny ruby earrings on each ear.

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 invented a lineage for himself and claims to be descended from several legendary heroes.

History: He was born several months after his father was called into army service. He moved from fad to fad and when he turned 15 he discovered writing. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and to reunite with his old friends

Ideals: Fighting, Artistic. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer, Military. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Sleepy voice

Possessions: 900 gp.

Description: He wears a simple tan robe with white stripes complete with hood. He has a moderate pudge and is not very fit. He has a long blonde beard with little hanging trinkets. He has gleaming, smiling amber eyes.

Personality: He thrives on attention. He does whatever is in his power to gain the attention of whomever he deems a fit date. He is a big fan of imagination and believes people should spend more time reading and writing.

History: He was born in the south, but his parents moved at a very young age to the west. A few years later when the west was not economically sound they moved to his current location. He has worked as a Hunter like his mother before him.

Motivation: Expand his business; and sabotage a competitor

Ideals: Logical. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Job. Occupation: Hunter

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: 1500 gp.