Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he wears a black Stetson hat and black clothes. He keeps his chestnut hair in a pixie cut. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

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 does not mind isolation but does not hate company and attempts to receive them as best as possible.

History: He was born on a small isolated farm. Over the years he perfected his riding and shooting skills. He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: Many gnolls want him driven away; and someone believes him a fraud

Ideals: Optimist, Extrovert. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Nature, Adventurer, Enemies. Occupation: Unemployed

Voice: Low rumbling, strings words together

Possessions: 1000 gp. Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Jeweled gold crown (8000 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (6000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). A finely crafted rug of intricate, geometric designs worked with silver threading (40 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (200 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp).

Description: He is a husky man, who dresses well, typically a more casual-formal manner. He has dyed his greying black hair a little too much giving a sharp black color. His eyes are violet.

Personality: He believes there is no problem he cannot solve with sufficient elbow grease and persistence, if it is the best or most economic solution matters not. Rolen enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for his love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: Sold as a small child to a brothel owner, Rolen was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. While he appears to be a normal Elf, he's... not quite right. Perhaps he's slightly insane, or otherwise so mentally alien to the rest of the world that he plain doesn't fit in. One night he noticed a nearby shooting star which he hiked out to see where it landed. It turned out to be an ancient artifact of some kind. He has done his darndest to repair it but it is currently non-functional.

Motivation: He is not mentally stable, and does not behave rationally; and marry his brother to traveling adventurers

Ideals: Persistence. Flaws: Insane, Hedonist. Bonds: Attractive, Mentor. Occupation: Stylist

Voice: Russian accent

Possessions: 2000 gp. Banded agate (14 gp). Eye agate (14 gp). Golden yellow topaz (400 gp). Bloodstone (50 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A hulking man with gigantic muscles, he wears a green coat over a pastel low-cut shirt, and a broad hat upon his head. He wears a broad hat to hide his balding. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: He is quite rude, and likes to deride his opponents skill and shout insults at them. He is a thrill seeker, he laughs at people and throws down challenges. He is highly competitive and combative.

History: Sold as a small child to a slaver, Erevan was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. He found a children's book about a Elf Wizard who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. He modeled his life after the story, seeing himself destined a hero. He has became unsatisfied with his lot in life, and decided to take up adventuring.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Adventurer, Mentor. Occupation: Sculptor

Voice: Excited and jittery

Possessions: 4000 gp. Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (160 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). A small bag of saffron. (10 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.