Description: This man stands a little under 5'3" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He wears an old set of leather armor, nicked and torn by the ravages of time and battle. His moppish blonde hair is in a traditional bowl cut. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his amber eyes.

Personality: Varis hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate him. It was this clingy personality that held back his writing career. He invented a lineage for himself and claims to be descended from several legendary heroes.

History: Born in a small village he learned the ways of the warrior from his father. Varis abandoned his home at a very young age, living in the fields and plains. He survived everyday through hunting and stealing from passersby. He did whatever it took for him to survive. He has never given up on his writing dream.

Motivation: Obtaining odd cultural Elven artifacts is his passion.

Ideals: Artistic, Fighting. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer. Occupation: Navigator

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: 1600 gp. Violet garnet (700 gp). Red-brown spinel (60 gp).

Description: This fat northern man has a bulbous nose and is wearing colorful clothing, dressed as a Cartwright. His skin is also unnaturally pale. His brown hair is knotted and matted. His face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. His spectacle hidden eyes are a deep violet.

Personality: He will rave to anyone who will listen. He has a small toy that he constantly fidgets with.

History: He was born in the north, but his parents moved at a very young age to the west. His mother took him hunting and taught him how to get in the mind of other creatures. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and he is greedy

Flaws: Ugly, Insane, Addict, Antagonistic. Bonds: Immigrant, Nature. Occupation: Cartwright

Voice: Deep voice with rolling R's

Possessions: 180 pp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He usually wears his blue robe and has his whip always slung over his shoulder. He is portly but not overly obese. His brown hair is styled in orderly dreadlocks. His half smiles and amber eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: He has always had a great fascination with Elven culture. He claims to be unscrupulous but at the end of the day he will do what he thinks is right.

History: His history is one of pain. He was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves his parents kept. 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 has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

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

Ideals: Justice. Flaws: Racist. Bonds: Attractive, Slave, Rich. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Boston accent

Possessions: 6000 gp. Bloodstone (60 gp). Black star sapphire (1000 gp). White pearl (100 gp). Golden yellow topaz (700 gp). Deep green spinel (100 gp). Hematite (10 gp). White pearl (100 gp). Chrysoberyl (100 gp). Obsidian (10 gp). Golden yellow topaz (700 gp). Tourmaline (100 gp). White pearl (100 gp). Blue sapphire (1000 gp). Moonstone (60 gp). Chalcedony (60 gp).

Description: He is a physically imposing dark-skinned man. He wears tight fitting pants and leather jackets. He usually doesn't wear a shirt. His golden hair is lengthy. His eyes are likewise hazel.

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 is lazy and tries to find solutions quickly.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. He was an apprentice working in his mother's forge. He struck the Soapmaker job and began his own company from there.

Motivation: Someone believes him a fraud; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Joker, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Lazy. Bonds: Job, Enemies. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Sleepy voice

Possessions: 700 gp. Black pearl (1200 gp). Red garnet (50 gp). Jade (50 gp). Eye agate (11 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This late middle aged man tends to wear a heavy leather apron. Coupled with his rolled up shirt sleeves this gives him a very relaxed look and is in decent physical shape. He wears his white hair down. His brown eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: He seems absolutely devoid of it. He stares off into space and will respond with overly literal and minimalist answers to questions. He is harsh and unforgiving.

History: He was born to a criminal king-pin and mafia family His mother disappeared, and while he tried to raise money to find his mother, he was betrayed dozens of times. He has been saving his money to try and buy his sister's freedom.

Motivation: He is greedy; and to find somewhere to settle down

Flaws: Mundane, Antagonistic. Bonds: Criminal record, Family, Rich. Occupation: Priest

Voice: Voice breaks

Possessions: 1400 pp. Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (600 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). A delicate brass dragon egg (10 gp).