Description: A pudgy man standing about 5'2" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He is armored in gleaming platemail with gilded edges. A flowing tan cape and mantle trimmed with soft red waves gently in the breeze. His auburn hair is lengthy. His face is scarred and worn.

Personality: He is quiet and reserved most of the time, but warms up to people very quickly. Around friends he is liable to tell dirty jokes and enjoy himself. A true patriot, Paelias would do anything for his country. He is fiercely protective of his fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: Sold as a small child to a slaver, Paelias was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. 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: He wants nothing more than to rejoin the army; and he is greedy

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Military, Mentor. Occupation: Dyer

Voice: Sleepy voice

Possessions: 1100 pp. Sard (70 gp). Obsidian (14 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: An older man who wears dull tan sweaters, loose brown pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath his sweater he keeps a concealed hand crossbow, just in case, he is not a threatening figure. His top hat is riddled with cuts and holes. His eyes are likewise violet. His teeth are yellowed and unaligned.

Personality: He does not believe in betrayal or weakness as things to be tolerated. He refers to his adoptive father for almost all things he is unsure about, which are numerous. He is very much still a child and has not developed a drive for self-dependency.

History: He was born at the edge of vast desert. A serious injury left his father unemployed and in need of constant care. His family became saddled with debt trying to care for his infirm father. When his spouse passed he lost his only source of income but claims to his sons to still be retired.

Motivation: To unite with his sister; and find a way to reverse the transformation of his sister

Ideals: Justice. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Family, Nature, Debt. Occupation: Butcher

Voice: Pirate accent

Possessions: 2000 gp. Black opal (1600 gp). Alexandrite (1400 gp). Alexandrite (1400 gp). Moonstone (50 gp). Lapis lazuli (11 gp). Deep blue spinel (1400 gp). Rose (50 gp). Black pearl (1400 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.

Description: This man stands a little under 4'10" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He wears a large hat to cast shadows over his face and wears ponchos to better hide his body. He has golden hair. He has a tattooed face.

Personality: A deeply religious man he believes everything happens for a reason. He has a habit of throwing himself into exceedingly dangerous situations.

History: A studious child he never was much for a social life, not because he was unlikable, but because he did not seek it out. His mother disappeared, and while he tried to raise money to find his mother, he was betrayed dozens of times. He has been saving his money to try and buy his brother's freedom.

Motivation: He seems to be bored by most things; and wants to raise his children well

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Impulsive, Mundane. Bonds: Religious, Family. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: 4000 gp. Jeweled gold crown (4000 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (1000 gp). Jeweled anklet (3000 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (110 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (4000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp).