Description: He wears a lot of dark rich colors, with gold accents. He has a moderate pudge and is not very fit. His black hair is smooth and relatively long. His brown eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: He can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. He loves teas. He is very sensitive about his face. To blow off anger he lifts weights and to control his otherwise explosive temper he works out a lot.

History: He comes from a rich northern family. Through the years after Arannis was born, his father became increasingly distant from his family, instead choosing to pursue power in the north. Arannis's father didn't care for him much, and the feeling was mutual. 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.

Ideals: Gifted, Fighting. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Rich. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Italian accent

Possessions: 400 pp. Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (200 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (200 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (50 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2700 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (2700 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (900 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (50 gp).

Description: His right thumb is blackened and bruised, but otherwise he appears quite healthy. He dresses well, wearing green shirts, loose pants, and blazers most of the time. His brown hair is cut short. His eyes are gray and catlike.

Personality: He hates dire rats. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. He is used to getting what he wants. In part because he is a meticulous planner.

History: Dreali lived on a farm with his father, near the main road leading to a nearby town. Dreali 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. He has dedicated himself to building a better village for his children.

Motivation: He wants revenge against dire rats; and regain custody of his daughter

Ideals: Professionalism. Bonds: Attractive, Enemies, Family, Adventurer. Occupation: Knight

Voice: Prounounces S like Z

Possessions: Tiger eye turquoise (13 gp). Azurite (13 gp). Carnelian (50 gp). Jasper (50 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: An imposing man with a heavy stainless steel prosthetic right hand, he wears light armors faded through time and improper care. His auburn hair is still thick. He has gleaming, smiling hazel eyes.

Personality: He is fixated on the number 29. He counts his steps and bites of food to keep in track with it. He seems to be used to being ignored and not questioned about it. He seeks to pay back kindness whenever he gets the chance. Whether it be in the form of unwanted serenades or the latest gossip he always seeks to do solids for his friends.

History: He was born several months after his father was called into army service. He graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. He advanced relatively quickly due to his good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. He now spends his time doing works of charity.

Motivation: He wants nothing more than to rejoin the army; and he is not mentally stable, and does not behave rationally

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Military. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Soft and mumbly

Possessions: 900 pp. Embroidered and bejeweled glove (2000 gp). Solid gold idol (500 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1700 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1700 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1700 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (140 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (7000 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (700 gp). Carved bone or ivory statuette (40 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). 1 Medium magic item.