Description: A man with a cold, calculating air about him, he is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright grey and white, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. He has a very tight haircut. His face is scarred and worn.

Personality: He is a Shepherd first and foremost. He believes firmly that knowledge should be universal. On top of that he is swayed by a pretty face, and while loyalty to his employer will always come first he doesn't like to hit women.

History: Gifted from a young age, Raer studied abroad. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He has recently attracted an admirer that believes he's playing hard to get.

Motivation: He is unsatisfied with his job.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Job, Has a crush, Adventurer. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Uses lots of figures of speech

Possessions: 4000 gp. Silver comb with moonstones (100 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1900 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (110 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (110 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (4000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This exceptionally lanky man wears a fine chain shirt which he covers with violet colored cloaks and clothing. His black hair is knotted and matted. His hazel eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: He dislikes all the random violence that takes place in the west. He also is a firm believer in the manly ideal.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He now has a substantial network of resources ranging from contacts to ships to peers.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and wants to have a good time and be beloved

Ideals: Pacifist, Entrepeneur, Optimist. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Barkeep

Voice: Soft and melodious

Possessions: 2000 gp. Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (400 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: His left side is far more bruised and cut up than his other. He wears a robe, a symbol of magic around his neck, and a longsword on his belt. His auburn hair is braided into rings. He has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. He wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: He acts crazy and hedonistic. He is obsessed with finding treasure.

History: Born to a Ploughman, his mother struggled to pay the bills. Ahvain 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. When he grew older, he became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. He began work as a mercenary for hire. He would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and meet up once more with his childhood friend

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Hedonist. Bonds: Adventurer, Poor. Occupation: Unemployed

Voice: Hissing voice

Possessions: 2000 gp. Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1600 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1600 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (2000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (900 gp).