Description: A middle-aged man, he wears a custom-built plate barding that's adorned with pastel lining and desert motifs, and is pretty ugly. His hair is short and black. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: He loves telling others what to do and how they should feel about things. He has a minor phobia of water and hates getting wet.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: Money/treasure.

Ideals: Opinionated. Flaws: Ugly, Fearful. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Laughs frequently while speaking

Possessions: 1000 gp. Gold and ruby ring (7000 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp). Solid gold idol (500 gp). Old masterpiece painting (2400 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (500 gp). Solid gold idol (500 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This man wears skinny pants and wears a tan and black robe with the hood down. He is muscular with a powerful set of arms. His hair is silver and very short. His violet eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: He tends to agree with only himself unless someone else's opinion sounds like he can profit from it. He tries to control his temper but he can't always stop himself from what he feels what must be done. He is however greedy and will demand payment and proof of collateral's value and will produce a merchant's scale to make sure he is not cheated out of a speck.

History: Sold as a small child to a necromancer, Thervan was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Ruler hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: To be a Miner again; and expand his business

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Mentor, Poor, Job. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: Excited and jittery

Possessions: 3000 gp. Jet (130 gp). Chrysoberyl (130 gp). Onyx (70 gp). Rhodochrosite (7 gp). Bloodstone (70 gp). Golden yellow topaz (200 gp). Deep green spinel (130 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He wears tight fitting pants and leather jackets. He usually doesn't wear a shirt. He cuts an attractive figure and his suit of old armor is well cared for even if it is obsolete. His hair, while still mostly golden, has prominent grey streaks. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his hazel eyes.

Personality: He is not truly malevolent, but he is obsessed with poetry. He constantly tries to fill his life with poetry. 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: Born to a Roofer, his mother struggled to pay the bills. He has had some formal poetry training, and achieved minor success. He has since married many spouses, only to have them die. He claims to not be responsible.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved; and wishes to resurrect an old love

Ideals: Artistic, Optimist. Bonds: Attractive, In love, Poor. Occupation: Performer

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: 100 pp. Silver comb with moonstones (100 gp). Jeweled gold crown (4000 gp).