Description: A plain young-adult man, he is wearing dark clothing and a heavy breastplate, keeping many of his physical features obscured. His brown hair is unkempt and raggedy. His eyes are likewise blue.

Personality: He can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. He is lazy, self-centered, vain, and jealous.

History: He was born to a criminal king-pin and mafia family Varis was a troubled youth. He spent his days as a hard laborer instead of attending school, and spent his evenings with numerous mobsters and gang members. Varis decided he wanted neither the life of his mother nor that of the evil petty criminals he associated with. During his early adolescence, he took a sudden opportunity while working the docks and commandeered a vessel that was left unmanned. He used his abilities to trick people and travel the world for free.

Motivation: He has comitted a past crime that haunts him to this day; and he feels that his past leaves him morally obligated to help

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Selfish. Bonds: Poor, Criminal record. Occupation: Barkeep

Voice: Whispers

Possessions: 600 gp.

Description: A man with a friendly, welcoming air about him, he wears a black tunic with grey highlights, and long black pants that bunch up around his shoes. He has styled his blonde hair well, parting it to the right. His amber eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: Friendly and accommodating he would invite many more into his home than his spouse would be comfortable with if they did not express concern about it. He will often invite strangers home for dinner and talk their ears off. He cares deeply for his spouse and does his best to make sure his guests look presentable.

History: Born in the north to a Merchant, Ahvain learned a great deal about his mother's area of expertise. He was one of the best in his class, and was picked up by his current employer. He quickly showed his capability and was soon promoted to a head role. He hasn't been sleeping well lately.

Motivation: An old rival family wants him found; and wants to raise his children well

Ideals: Philantrophist, Optimist. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: In love, Job, Family. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Complex vocabulary, royal

Possessions: 1000 gp.

Description: He wears rags and sports a simple walking cane. His skin is fair and his fingers are delicate and long. His tied-back hair is auburn. His face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. His spectacle hidden eyes are a deep blue.

Personality: A skeptical and narcissistic man, Rael's first love is himself. His second love is also himself. A friendly and beautiful Elf, he is rarely seen without a few beauties around his arms. Though a playboy in all rights, he is no lame duck.

History: Born in the east his family was never financially stable. In his 16th year, his parents were killed by a goblins raid, leaving Rael alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, he was adopted. He was always very intelligent and has formed a secret society of philosophers.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Secretive. Bonds: Poor, Attractive, Enemies, Job. Occupation: Jeweler

Voice: Jamaican accent

Possessions: 1000 sp. Brown-green garnet (80 gp).

Description: This slender man stands about 4'7". He wears a fancy red suit. He has a long silver beard with little hanging trinkets. He tend to wears goggles to shield his eyes.

Personality: He is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as he rather likes the sound of his voice. His demeanor is somewhat feminine. He dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. His biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: Soveliss was born with his mother's beautiful face. Soveliss was a troubled youth. He spent his days as a hard laborer instead of attending school, and spent his evenings with numerous mobsters and gang members. Soveliss decided he wanted neither the life of his mother nor that of the evil petty criminals he associated with. During his early adolescence, he took a sudden opportunity while working the docks and commandeered a vessel that was left unmanned. He's since become an addict/alcoholic.

Motivation: He is greedy; and money/treasure

Ideals: Optimist, Logical. Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Attractive, Criminal record, Rich. Occupation: Weaver

Voice: Draws out vowels

Possessions: 2100 gp. Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1000 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (100 gp).

Description: His skin is bronze and flawless. He wears a tattered pair of loose tan pants, a matching torn shirt, and a visible pair of similar condition same color briefs. He is an epitome of beauty. His hair is short and silver. His amber eyes peer out from beneath his wide-brimmed tan hat.

Personality: He runs his personal life as if detached from it. He organizes appointments and outings based on perceived benefits he will get from it. He dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. His biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: Born in the north his family was never financially stable. His mother was a mechanic, and taught him how to fix just about anything. One night he noticed a nearby shooting star which he hiked out to see where it landed. It turned out to be an ancient artifact of some kind. He has done his darndest to repair it but it is currently non-functional.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and he feels threatened by others

Ideals: Logical, Persistence. Flaws: Selfish. Bonds: Poor, Attractive. Occupation: Layabout

Voice: Russian accent

Possessions: 3000 gp. Blue star sapphire (800 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.