Description: This man is bedraggled and starved. He is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down. 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 tends to agree with only himself unless someone else's opinion sounds like he can profit from it. He tries to control his temper but he can't always stop himself from what he feels what must be done. He is skeptical of what others tell him and is slow to trust.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious southern family, he was no stranger to responsibility. While he appears to be a normal Elf, he's... not quite right. Perhaps he's slightly insane, or otherwise so mentally alien to the rest of the world that he plain doesn't fit in. He remains aloof and afraid to be himself due to all the ideals others have placed upon him.

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

Flaws: Insane, Antagonistic, Shy. Bonds: Poor, Religious. Occupation: Mortician

Voice: Voice breaks

Possessions: 1000 gp. Iolite (30 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is a man of bearing and well nourished. He wears a robe, a symbol of the four houses of cards around his neck, and a warhammer on his belt. He has shaved his head bald. His eyes are hazel and beady.

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. Varis enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for his love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: He was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. His childhood dream was to be a Sailor, but he was a colossal failure. He has worked as a Mercenary like his father before him.

Motivation: Balancing his hectic life and new Mercenary responsibilities is difficult.

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Hedonist, Disease. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: Pronounces O like U

Possessions: 1000 gp. Blue quartz (8 gp). Jade (130 gp). Red spinel (130 gp). Violet garnet (1100 gp). Violet garnet (1100 gp). Deep green spinel (130 gp). Rose (30 gp). Rose (30 gp). Carnelian (30 gp).

Description: 4'8" and muscular, this northern man wears a violet shirt, with a tan mid length shorts with tan tights and flats, usually wearing a coat over them. His head has been shaved. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

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 lacks restraint and is impulsive. He jumps in and acts without thinking all too often.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Gennal grew up listening to his father's many stories. He was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. He never won. He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Athletic, Optimist. Flaws: Ugly, Impulsive. Bonds: Adventurer. Occupation: Mayor

Voice: Old thin voice

Possessions: 1800 gp. Golden yellow topaz (1600 gp). Smoky quartz (50 gp). Jade (160 gp). Aquamarine (1600 gp). Silver pearl (160 gp). Hematite (16 gp).

Description: A hulking man with gigantic muscles, he is dressed in an above average manner. He has moderate length brown hair. He has hazel eyes.

Personality: Cocky and sure of himself, he believes he is the best Cartwright born in the past three hundred years. Energy wise he seems alert and responsive.

History: He was born to a criminal king-pin and mafia family As a very small child his family refused to pay dues to a local crime lord, who ordered them killed. His father, a somewhat powerful mage sought to protect him and cast a teleportation spell that whisked him away. He has worked as a Cartwright like his mother before him.

Motivation: To reunite with his absent mother.

Ideals: Professionalism. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Criminal record, Family. Occupation: Cartwright

Voice: Speaks with squeezed throat

Possessions: 400 gp. Banded agate (11 gp).

Description: He has a large brown mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into his tan robe. His skin is fair and his fingers are delicate and long. He has no hair. He has a tattooed face.

Personality: He is extraordinarily eccentric. He is skeptical of what others tell him and is slow to trust.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Brewer work with an outfit from a few towns over. Brewer 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 Brewer for the past few years.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and he is unsatisfied with his job

Flaws: Ugly, Insane, Shy. Bonds: Mentor, Job. Occupation: Brewer

Voice: Smooth and feminine

Possessions: 200 gp. Deep blue spinel (600 gp). Deep green spinel (120 gp). Black opal (400 gp).