Description: This western man's face is deformed and paralyzed on one side. As such, he slurs his words together. He is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down. Sporting a golden mohawk and bushy mustache this man's hair draws a lot of attention. He has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. He wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: He is a melancholic, but persistent worker. He resents family life and as such spurns the advances of admirers. He has a minor phobia of water and hates getting wet.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. His parents enrolled him in a Sorcerer school at a young age so that he could practice his martial talents. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He is wracked by social anxiety.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Depressed, Fearful. Bonds: Mentor. Occupation: Carter

Voice: Pronounces 'its' and 'is' like 'eats' and 'ease'

Possessions: 200 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He wears dark leathers with embroidery. He carries with him a set of quarterstaffs, each one with a amethyst on the hilt. He only wears one on his belt and the other on his back. His hair, while still mostly black, has prominent grey streaks. His eyes are amber.

Personality: He is a hateful person. He taunts others and blames them for his problems. Naeris enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for his love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when dire rats swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. He went to a religious school and was inspired by the priests there in charitable deeds. Days after completing his studies, news broke out that his hometown was attacked by dire rats. Naeris was horrified and prayed that his father was alright. However, he heard that his father had died fighting off the dire rats.

Motivation: His name or reputation has been wronged in the past by dire rats, and he desires to right it; and he is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Antagonistic, Hedonist. Bonds: Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Laborer

Voice: Italian accent

Possessions: 2000 gp. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He is renowned for his bright yellow suits and hats. He cuts an attractive figure and his suit of old armor is well cared for even if it is obsolete. With bright chestnut hair and a scraggly beard. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his gray eyes.

Personality: He exudes charisma. He is a tour de force of persuasion. He is a great chef.

History: He grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. Ostracized due to the psionic powers of his oldest brother, he and his siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Elves became a terror of the countryside. He was always very intelligent and has formed a secret society of specialists.

Motivation: Marry his brother to traveling adventurers; and regain custody of his daughter

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Mundane, Secretive. Bonds: Attractive, Family. Occupation: Bounty Hunter

Voice: Posh accent

Possessions: 600 gp.

Description: This tall, slender man wears a grey costume with the symbols of luck on his torso. His long silver hair reaches down to his waist. His violet unseeing eyes seem to look past you.

Personality: He takes his job very seriously, in part because he fears he cannot get a new one. He cannot deal with unfamiliar people for more than a few minutes at a time and if they persist he will grow angry at them.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Vanuath grew up listening to his father's many stories. Like his father and his sister before him, after school he went straight into learning to become a Doctor. Recently a tribe of goblins attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Vanuath fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Disease, Antagonistic. Bonds: Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Doctor

Voice: Draws out vowels

Possessions: 1300 gp.

Description: He appears as an extremely gaunt Elf, and stands approximately 5'2". He prefers to wear black pants and tee shirts, and his gloved hand is found clutching a greatsword. He has a long golden beard with little hanging trinkets. His amber eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: He considers himself the protector of his home. He feels this is his duty and calling. He enjoys reading and quiet.

History: Born to a Architect, his mother struggled to pay the bills. He was an apprentice working in his mother's forge. He then took over the family business and is one of the better Spice Merchant for hire.

Motivation: He seems to be bored by most things; and sabotage a competitor

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Guardian, Poor, Job. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Draws out vowels

Possessions: 200 gp. Pink pearl (80 gp). Banded agate (10 gp). Rhodochrosite (10 gp). 1 Minor magic item.