Description: This man stands a little under 5'5" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He is typically in his Soapmaker uniform. His hair, while still mostly golden, has prominent grey streaks. He is baby faced.

Personality: A skeptical and narcissistic man, Paelias's first love is himself. His second love is also himself. He would rather hide behind his crafts than deal with other people.

History: He was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Soapmaker work with an outfit from a few towns over. Soapmaker work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Expand his business; and nothing but the best is good enough for him

Ideals: Impeccable, Artistic. Flaws: Shy, Disease. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Uses lots of figures of speech

Possessions: 4000 gp. Jade (130 gp). Moss agate (5 gp). Rhodochrosite (5 gp). Obsidian (5 gp). Banded agate (5 gp). Silver pearl (130 gp). Jet (130 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: He is a man of bearing and well nourished. He wears a robe, a symbol of magic around his neck, and a halberd on his belt. His blonde hair is cut short with large spiked bangs in the front. His fair skin shows little sign of his aristocratic breeding.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. Around other people he will do his best to conceal his emotions and appear jolly.

History: He was born in the east, but his parents moved at a very young age to the north. His mother took him hunting and taught him how to get in the mind of other creatures. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever.

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Nature. Occupation: Miller

Voice: Boston accent

Possessions: 4000 gp. A life-sized copper and silver statuette of a cockatrice. (80 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1600 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (5000 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (30 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (30 gp). Solid gold idol (500 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: The light-skinned man stands 5'2" and wears a grey costume with the symbols of the four houses of cards on his torso. His black hair has been sun bleached extensively. His eyes are a pleasant hazel.

Personality: He is envious of other's things. He hoards treasure, art, food, wine, and anything that he so desires. Flattery will make him almost putty in your hands.

History: Born to a Blacksmith, his mother struggled to pay the bills. 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: A deep hatred of gnolls; and meet up once more with his childhood friend

Flaws: Greedy, Selfish. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer, Enemies. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Laughs frequently while speaking

Possessions: 400 pp. Silver ewer (20 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (3000 gp). Old masterpiece painting (400 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (500 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1400 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (500 gp). A life-sized copper and silver statuette of a cockatrice. (20 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (20 gp).