Description: This fat southern man has a bulbous nose and is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down. His skin is also unnaturally pale. His hair is greying and his face has many wrinkles. His voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: He has two modes he varies between. On the job he is cold, steely and emotionless. Off the job he is a party animal. He loves his children and doesn't want them to worry about him. He loves to share his singing with anyone who is interested.

History: Born in the south to a Miner, Heian learned a great deal about his father's area of expertise. He moved from fad to fad and when he turned 15 he discovered singing. When his spouse passed he lost his only source of income but claims to his daughters to still be retired.

Motivation: Doesn't want to be a Miner and was forced into it by his family; and his relatives are trying to arrange a marriage

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Insane. Bonds: Job, Family. Occupation: Miner

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: 800 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: An older man who wears violet robes with leather pauldrons. Though occasionally he wears more armor. He prefers to carry a halberd, but if one is not available he will default to his sai, he is not a threatening figure. His hair is blonde, silky, and of moderate length. His face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. His spectacle hidden eyes are a deep gray.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. He is afraid of women and trembles around them

History: Born the oldest of a large religious southern family, he was no stranger to responsibility. In his formative years he discovered how persuasive he was. He began using that to his advantage selling useless wares at inflated prices. He has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs; and his religion dominates his actions

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Religious. Occupation: Spy

Voice: Speaks with back of mouth

Possessions: 7000 sp. Brown-green garnet (40 gp). Zircon (50 gp). Deep blue spinel (300 gp). Chrysoberyl (40 gp). Sardonyx (50 gp). Carnelian (50 gp). Lapis lazuli (10 gp). Violet garnet (300 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: The man speaks with an almost imperceptible accent. He seems to always be the slightest bit damp as if he got out from a pool a few moments ago. He tends to wear a heavy leather apron. Coupled with his rolled up shirt sleeves this gives him a very relaxed look. He wears a Stetson hat to cover his moderate length red hair. His half smiles and brown eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. He takes great joy in being the best Performer in town.

History: He is a Slaad in disguise. 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 has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: He'd like to take his coworkers down a peg.

Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Immigrant, Attractive, Job, Adventurer, Military. Occupation: Performer

Voice: Squeaky

Possessions: 5000 gp. Rock crystal (60 gp). Alexandrite (400 gp). Carnelian (60 gp). Smoky quartz (60 gp). Black pearl (400 gp). Alexandrite (400 gp). Rose (60 gp). Eye agate (9 gp). Violet garnet (400 gp). Freshwater pearl (9 gp). Clear bright green emerald (4000 gp). Golden yellow topaz (400 gp). Red spinel (110 gp). Aquamarine (400 gp). Azurite (9 gp). Jade (110 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He wears a lot of dark rich colors, with gold accents. He is physically well-built. His hair is short and golden. His amber eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: Aerdeth hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate him. It was this clingy personality that held back his writing career. Only to laugh say gotcha and shoot double pistol fingers at the fooled target.

History: He was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. Aerdeth was born on a far eastern island where he grew up under the tutelage of his father, an expert Mayor. He left for the east, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: Regain custody of his daughter; and wants to raise his children well

Ideals: Artistic, Joker. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant. Occupation: Mayor

Voice: Complex vocabulary, royal

Possessions: 20000 cp.

Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He likes to wear white tank tops with grey pants. His hair is greying and his face has many wrinkles. His amber eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: He can speak with the recently deceased. He is stubborn though. He always likes to keep a trick up his sleeve. He likes to fight dirty and will kick and punch below the belt if he feels he even has a chance of losing.

History: His parents moved while he was still in utero so he is the first generation to be born here. There was a wharf not far from home where he often wandered off to fish. He remains aloof and afraid to be himself due to all the ideals others have placed upon him.

Motivation: A rival would like him out of the picture; and he is being blackmailed/forced/etc and this influences his actions

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Immigrant, Criminal record, Nature. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Scratchy, weak

Possessions: 50000 cp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.