Description: A man with a cold, calculating air about him, he wears dull brown sweaters, loose red pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath his sweater he keeps a concealed scythe, just in case. His red hair is cut jaggedly and amateurishly. He is missing an eye and his face is severely sunburned. His one remaining eye shines green.

Personality: He is a jovial happy person, but he is convinced people are living their lives too quickly. He will often invite strangers home for dinner and talk their ears off. He cares deeply for his spouse and does his best to make sure his guests look presentable.

History: He was born with several neurological imbalances, which makes sleep difficult for him. It may also be what makes him so good at details. Cursed with unlife at a very young age, Theren has worked very hard to control his curse. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved; and to get a good night's sleep

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly, Disease, Insomniac. Bonds: In love. Occupation: Actor

Voice: Farmer accent

Possessions: 2000 gp. White pearl (100 gp). Moss agate (4 gp). Golden pearl (100 gp). Smoky quartz (50 gp). Jet (100 gp). Red spinel (100 gp). Rhodochrosite (4 gp). Obsidian (4 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He wears tight fitting clothing which further accentuates his frame. His red hair is styled in orderly dreadlocks. His eyes are hazel.

Personality: He considers himself a man of culture and sophistication. He likes a good challenge to his wits. He has zero loyalty and will suck up to whomever is within range, in the hopes of being moved to a better position.

History: His father raised him in a mountain cabin. He was a friend to animals and a trickster. In his defense of animals however he would do severe harm to people. Since then, he has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: Many dire rats want him driven away; and he feels threatened by others

Ideals: Impeccable, Optimist. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Nature, Enemies. Occupation: Fisher

Voice: Smooth and feminine

Possessions: 6000 gp. Rhodochrosite (11 gp). Deep green spinel (60 gp). Deep blue spinel (900 gp). Banded agate (11 gp). Golden yellow topaz (900 gp). Hematite (11 gp). Rhodochrosite (11 gp). Star ruby (500 gp). Zircon (50 gp). Golden yellow topaz (900 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: His skin has the orange glow of too much sun. He wears a brown coat over a white low-cut shirt, and a feathered hat upon his head. He wears his auburn hair up. His amber eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: He shows great sympathy to all travelers. He's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. He never wears the same outfit twice, unless he absolutely has to.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. He has had some formal poetry training, and achieved minor success. He then took over the family business and is one of the better Stableman for hire.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and money/treasure

Ideals: Philantrophist, Artistic, Logical. Bonds: Rich, Job. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Voice breaks

Possessions: 4000 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.