Description: Dark and lean, he is a relatively plain man. He wears a large hat to cast shadows over his face and wears ponchos to better hide his body. He has blonde hair. He is very pretty but has cold, dead eyes.

Personality: A grumpy guy he will invite people to lunch so he can critique them. Yet he still seems generally likeable, like a lovable grump. He feeds upon the attention of others.

History: He was a bastard born out of an affair, and his father always resented and mistreated him for it out of spite. While studying, he fell in love. They married and had a son. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Expand his business; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, In love, Job. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: 2000 gp. Lapis lazuli (5 gp). Rock crystal (70 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1400 gp). Chrysoprase (70 gp). Jade (140 gp). Tourmaline (140 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This slender man stands about 4'10". He usually wears his white robe and has his lance always slung over his shoulder. He keeps his long black hair kept up in a rat tail. He has hazel eyes.

Personality: He has two modes he varies between. On the job he is cold, steely and emotionless. Off the job he is a party animal. He is kind towards other men and children and will generally offer men help without question. Others will generally need to prove themselves to him.

History: Born in the north to a Knight, Heian learned a great deal about his mother's area of expertise. His spouse left him for another, whom he beat to an almost bloody pulp. He did not win them back, but he came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. He's since become an addict/alcoholic.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved; and expand his business

Ideals: Philantrophist, Fighting, Optimist. Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Knight

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 3000 gp. Silver pearl (120 gp). Moss agate (7 gp). Peridot (80 gp). Black pearl (400 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This petite short man is perpetually holding a beer of some kind. He wears an old set of leather armor, nicked and torn by the ravages of time and battle, marred by beers. His red hair and beard is wavy and long. His eyes are likewise brown.

Personality: He will use flattery and sarcasm to attack and weaken his opponents. Despite his formidable combat skills he remains a coward. He loves his children and doesn't want them to worry about him. He loves to share his singing with anyone who is interested.

History: Paelias lived on a farm with his mother, near the main road leading to a nearby town. His spouse left him for another, whom he beat to an almost bloody pulp. He did not win them back, but he came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. Recently a tribe of giants attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Paelias fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: Wants to raise his children well; and regain custody of his daughter

Ideals: Fighting, Artistic. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Family. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: 4000 gp. An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (150 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp).