Description: He is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 5'2" when asserting himself. His top hat is riddled with cuts and holes. His ears are large.

Personality: He can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. He works hard and plays hard.

History: Born in the west to a Bather, Ahvain learned a great deal about his mother's area of expertise. His mother had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He's also a talented Weaver, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: He is unsatisfied with his job; and he has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Hedonist. Bonds: Job, Rich. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: 50 pp. 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 wears rags and sports a simple walking cane. He keeps his white hair in a flapper bob. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his violet eyes.

Personality: He fancies himself a trickster and likes to rely on his wits to carry the day. He cares for his older siblings and likes to be recognized by them. He is a bit of a macho man and will challenge people to random contests of strength and skill, and invite them to random hunting and fishing trip.

History: He was born at the edge of vast desert. Since his mother passed away years ago, his father had doted on him, and he came to think her himself as special and better than other people in town. A notion that was reinforced by his attractiveness, a trait in which he easily excels the other men of his town. By chance he met his brother recently and the two have been together since.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of his brother.

Ideals: Fighting. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant, Attractive, Family, Nature. Occupation: Marshal

Voice: High pitched and raspy

Possessions: 3000 gp. Solid gold idol (600 gp).

Description: A man with a warm, jovial air about him, he wears a green vest with golden trim over his white shirt. His brown leather gloves and pants are well-kept, and his green boots flare out at the collars. He has a very tight haircut. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: He is filled with cunning. He likes to feign weakness letting people think he is weak. As he has aged he has sought to do reparations for his actions as a youth. He is also making sure that his compatriots who never received punishment for their crimes are brought to justice.

History: Born in a small village he learned the ways of the warrior from his mother. He inherited a moderately successful company from his mother. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. He used his abilities to trick people and travel the world for free.

Motivation: He feels that his past leaves him morally obligated to help; and to fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever

Ideals: Justice, Fighting. Flaws: Secretive. Bonds: Criminal record, Rich. Occupation: Hunter

Voice: Smoker's lung

Possessions: 900 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This fat eastern man has a bulbous nose and wears just a black suit. His skin is also unnaturally pale. He has red hair. His eyes are green and beady.

Personality: He snorts whenever he laughs or is feeling confident. He would rather hide behind his crafts than deal with other people.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. His mother was a soldier and died while he was still young. Azaki was left his mother's suit of armor and trained in its use and care. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He wants nothing more than to rejoin the army; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Mentor, Military. Occupation: Bellfounder

Voice: Squeaky

Possessions: 1900 gp. Azurite (5 gp). Blue quartz (5 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He has a missing right arm. He dresses well, typically a more casual-formal manner. His hair, while still mostly chestnut, has prominent grey streaks. His eyes are a pleasant amber.

Personality: A rambunctious noisy drunk he knows how to make people feel guilty. He is harsh and unforgiving.

History: He comes from a rich western family. Through the years after Theriatis was born, his mother became increasingly distant from his family, instead choosing to pursue power in the west. Theriatis's mother didn't care for him much, and the feeling was mutual. He leaves a trail of broken hearts and full pockets wherever he goes.

Motivation: He uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs.

Flaws: Depressed, Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Rich. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Can't modulate volume

Possessions: 2000 gp. Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (800 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (6000 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (800 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1800 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp).