Description: He is an average looking northern male in his early mid-life. He is wearing a tight brown one piece outfit complete with pants, hood, and a cape. His long chestnut hair reaches down to his waist. His brown eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: He is a man who does what he needs to. He will acquiesce to black mail and extortion to avoid trouble. He does not regard money as being a problem because it has never been a problem for him. He lives in a bit of an ivory tower believing all problems are one quick intervention away from being solved.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his mother and father. His mother taught him the rudiments of the Tanner arts, while his father instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. He couldn't stand his childhood mentor and eventually formed a pact with his mentor's previously failed apprentice to rebel. When their plan failed the mentor lashed out against both of them and fled. He got away from his former life and has fallen to alcoholism.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him; and seeks redemption

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Criminal record, Rich, Mentor. Occupation: Tanner

Voice: Hard of hearing, loud

Possessions: 2000 sp. Deep green spinel (90 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (900 gp). Violet garnet (600 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This malnourished man is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down. His auburn hair has been sun bleached extensively. His face is scarred and worn.

Personality: He has a very dry and sarcastic sense of humor. He is not one for noise or eating so much, which is in direct contrast with his big mouthed big gutted partner. His partner is his best friend in the world. The two are very close despite being more or less each other's opposites. He would rather hide behind his crafts than deal with other people.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Elven companion (his 'brother'). He became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: He's looking for his big break; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Detective

Voice: French accent

Possessions: 400 pp. Jasper (50 gp). Citrine (50 gp).

Description: A hulking man with gigantic muscles, he dresses in collared shirts and wears a proper scarf over his head. His wide-brimmed hat is riddled with cuts and holes. His face is scarred and worn.

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: Rael hails from a village terrorized by goblins. At a young age he wooed the heart of his future spouse and the two had a long relationship before they wed. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to goblins demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: His name or reputation has been wronged in the past by goblins, and he desires to right it.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Hedonist. Bonds: Enemies, In love. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Forgets to breathe while speaking

Possessions: 2000 gp. Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1600 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (500 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (500 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (2000 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (700 gp). Solid gold idol (1100 gp).

Description: A man with thick toned arms and a paunchy gut. He is well dressed, constantly wearing a white suit, black shirt, and green tie. He has wavy silver hair. He was beautiful and young once, which still shows through his age, but it is a faded beauty.

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 very protective of his business, his home, and his spouse. He is willing to work with less than legal methods but maintains the front of legitimacy.

History: He was born to a criminal king-pin and mafia family Cursed with lycanthropy at a very young age, Koeth has worked very hard to control his curse. By chance he met his sister recently and the two have been together since.

Motivation: A rival would like him out of the picture; and doesn't want to be a gardener and was forced into it by his family

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Attractive, Family, Criminal record. Occupation: Gardener

Voice: Dutch accent

Possessions: 900 gp. Obsidian (15 gp). Blue star sapphire (600 gp). Deep green spinel (40 gp). Sardonyx (20 gp). Jade (40 gp). Alexandrite (800 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He wears a brown costume with the symbols of death on his torso. He has a moderate pudge and is not very fit. His golden hair has been sun bleached extensively. His eyes are amber and beady.

Personality: He is irritable and easily angered. He is a bit of a bully and is not afraid to use his stature and powers to intimidate and hurt. To his fellows he is seen as friendly and intelligent, but is angry and unforgiving to the so called fatcats and any who do and have associated with them.

History: Born to a Crown-heir, his father struggled to pay the bills. He couldn't stand his childhood mentor and eventually formed a pact with his mentor's previously failed apprentice to rebel. When their plan failed the mentor lashed out against both of them and fled. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to brigands demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: Many brigands want him driven away.

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Enemies, Poor, Mentor. Occupation: Gardener

Voice: Adds syll-ab-les for em-pha-sis

Possessions: 300 gp. Chrysoprase (30 gp). Tourmaline (110 gp). Malachite (4 gp).