Description: This western man tends to wear a blue poncho over his likewise colored trousers and shirt. His clothes are grease stained in places. He wears a top hat to hide his balding. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. He spends most of his days drinking in the Inn, the rowdiest and most dangerous establishment in town. There he gambles, wrestles and listens to stories told by travelers.

History: Gifted from a young age, Efferil studied abroad. He made a point of taking high paying jobs and getting most of it up front. 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 he desires power and/or immortality

Ideals: Optimist, Gifted. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant, Adventurer. Occupation: Fisher

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: 3000 gp. Emerald (1500 gp). Deep blue spinel (1300 gp). Azurite (7 gp). Amber (120 gp). Blue diamond (2000 gp). Red-brown spinel (120 gp). Deep green spinel (120 gp).

Description: This man stands a little under 4'7" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He typically wears brown cloth garments or leather armor. His hair is long and white with streaks of brown, and is pulled back with small brown clips. His beard is brown, braided, and well cared for. His half smiles and violet eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: He has schizophrenia that causes him to hear things that aren't there and will sometimes respond to them. He has a taste for the finer things and spends a great deal of money on luxuries, some more exotic than others.

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. He struck it rich when he found rare goods in large quantities. He leaves a trail of broken hearts and full pockets wherever he goes.

Motivation: He is greedy.

Flaws: Disease, Insomniac. Bonds: Attractive, Rich. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: Indian accent

Possessions: 2000 gp. Red-brown spinel (120 gp). Eye agate (6 gp). Blue quartz (6 gp). Smoky quartz (60 gp). Smoky quartz (60 gp). Star rose quartz (60 gp). Golden pearl (120 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: His skin has the orange glow of too much sun. He wears brown leather gloves, a brown jacket, and tight pants. His hair is silver and curly. His fair skin shows little sign of his aristocratic breeding.

Personality: He is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as he rather likes the sound of his voice. His demeanor is somewhat feminine. Further he is a bit of a stoner and is frequently out of it.

History: He comes from a rich western family. When the war came and ruined his parents he was left adrift. He was a hard man then and has only learned to fight more as time goes on. He knows his nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but him.

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

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Addict, PTSD. Bonds: Attractive, Rich. Occupation: Priest

Voice: Laughs frequently while speaking

Possessions: 4000 gp. Moonstone (30 gp). Eye agate (7 gp). Lapis lazuli (7 gp). Sardonyx (30 gp). Jet (110 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.