Description: He is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright tan and brown, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. His attire stands in sharp contrast to his shortspear, which is beautifully polished and possesses an ornate carving of a dagger on it. His long chestnut hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. His voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: He is a Stableman first and foremost. He believes firmly that knowledge should be universal. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: He comes from a rich eastern family. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Elven companion (his 'brother'). He is untrained/undisciplined, which makes him dangerous.

Motivation: Revenge; and to reunite with his old friends

Flaws: Insane, Hedonist. Bonds: Rich, Job, Adventurer, Enemies. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Smooth and feminine

Possessions: 3000 gp. Tourmaline (40 gp).

Description: A man of a pale complexion, he wears a fine chain shirt which he covers with black colored cloaks and clothing. He wears his hair in dreadlocks. His eyes are green and catlike.

Personality: A deeply religious man he believes everything happens for a reason. A true patriot, Rael would do anything for his country. He is fiercely protective of his fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. He graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. He advanced relatively quickly due to his good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. He has drifted from career to career and currently works as a Shepherd.

Motivation: An old rival family wants him found; and he is unsatisfied with his job

Bonds: Religious, Military, Mentor, Job, Family. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Sighs a lot, exhausted

Possessions: 4000 gp.

Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He tends to wear a large blue jacket. His auburn hair is braided into rings. His blue eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: He considers himself a man of culture and sophistication. He likes a good challenge to his wits. He is used to getting what he wants. In part because he is a meticulous planner.

History: When he was but 8 years old his parents immigrated from the north. He was taken from his home at a very young age. He guards a vault combo very seriously as well as the key needed to open it.

Motivation: To find somewhere to settle down; and nothing but the best is good enough for him

Ideals: Impeccable, Professionalism. Flaws: Secretive, Mundane. Bonds: Immigrant, Slave. Occupation: Spy

Voice: Voice breaks

Possessions: 110 pp.

Description: This man is very fat, and sports tan clothing, slightly heavier than average wear. His auburn hair has been sun bleached extensively. He has several tiny opal earrings on each ear.

Personality: Abrasive and pushy, he has a hard time making friends. He is frequently practicing swordplay.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. He struck it rich when he found rare goods in large quantities. He now has a substantial network of resources ranging from contacts to ships to peers.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and he is greedy

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Military. Occupation: Slave Trader

Voice: Italian accent

Possessions: 600 gp. Chrysoberyl (60 gp). Jade (60 gp). Golden yellow topaz (200 gp). Deep green spinel (60 gp).

Description: He wears a custom-built plate barding that's adorned with brown lining and desert motifs. He has a moderate pudge and is not very fit. His white hair is greasy and uncared for. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: Theren is a sociable creature first and foremost. He loves to listen to people at length before talking their ear off. He can carry on conversation for hours and will do so. Energy wise he seems alert and responsive.

History: Trained by his father for as long as he can remember he had it drilled in his head that it was his duty to serve his country. His father was a soldier and died while he was still young. Theren was left his father'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 to get a good night's sleep

Ideals: Extrovert, Professionalism. Flaws: Ugly, Insomniac. Bonds: Military. Occupation: Bowyer

Voice: Low range voice

Possessions: 40000 cp.