Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he sports black clothing, slightly heavier than average wear. His brown hair is braided into rings. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: He is quiet and reserved most of the time, but warms up to people very quickly. Around friends he is liable to tell dirty jokes and enjoy himself. He tends to be very friendly, and is drawn to music, the smells of food and wine, and out-door festivals.

History: He comes from a rich eastern family. His spouse left him for another, whom he beat to an almost bloody pulp. He did not win them back, but he came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. He knows his nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but him.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it; and to get a good night's sleep

Ideals: Joker, Optimist, Fighting. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Sellsword

Voice: Draws out vowels

Possessions: 3000 gp. Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (200 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1200 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A man with a cold, calculating air about him, he is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down. His golden hair, when down, is lengthy. He has a dull look in his brown eyes.

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 harsh and unforgiving.

History: Eiravel lived on a farm with his father, near the main road leading to a nearby town. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. After a long history of fighting, Eiravel and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: To unite with his sister.

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Family, Attractive. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: 120000 cp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is dressed in an above average manner. He carries with him a set of hand crossbows, each one with a ruby on the hilt. He only wears one on his belt and the other on his back. He wears his blonde hair up in a very large beehive style do. His eyes are a pleasant gray.

Personality: Eccentric and domineering, Nim will drive conversation. He is able to make almost anything out of random pieces of junk.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. Brilliant and gifted he never wanted to apply himself. Recently a tribe of gnolls attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Nim fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever; and he wants revenge against gnolls

Ideals: Fighting, Extrovert, Gifted. Bonds: Attractive, Mentor. Occupation: Performer

Voice: Slow speaker

Possessions: 50 pp. Black opal (500 gp). Brown-green garnet (120 gp). Aquamarine (1500 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (500 gp). Bloodstone (30 gp). Rich purple corundum (500 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Dark and lean, he is a relatively plain man. He wears just a blue suit. His hair is long and silver with streaks of brown, and is pulled back with small blue clips. His beard is brown, braided, and well cared for. His half smiles and blue eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: While he is on the job, he is grim and serious. He understands how dangerous the world is and the need to stay safe. His temper goes off on the smallest of things. He tends to lash out at those around him.

History: Sold as a small child to a brothel owner, Mindartis was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. A few years later when the north was not economically sound they moved to his current location. He would ruin relationships and cause injury. He was reprimanded several times before being given his current form and forced to learn humility.

Motivation: He has decided he is irredeemable; and seeks redemption

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Criminal record, Mentor, Immigrant. Occupation: Brewer

Voice: Laughs frequently while speaking

Possessions: 100 pp. Blue quartz (12 gp). Rich purple corundum (1100 gp). Aquamarine (1200 gp). Azurite (12 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This slender man stands about 5'5". He wears rags and sports a simple walking cane. He wears his brown hair down. His half smiles and gray eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: He likes to be helpful to his clients. He likes to prescribe proper advice to his clients. 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: Sold as a small child to a brothel owner, Azaki was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. His spouse left him for another, whom he beat to an almost bloody pulp. He did not win them back, but he came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. He has achieved small success as a Map Maker.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor; and expand his business

Ideals: Fighting. Bonds: Poor, Attractive, Job, Nature, Mentor. Occupation: Map Maker

Voice: Timid voice

Possessions: 600 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.