Description: He is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 4'8" when asserting himself. His chestnut hair is cut jaggedly and amateurishly. His eyes are likewise hazel.

Personality: He is unhospitable to his core. His small house has "No trespassing" Signs all over it. A true patriot, Aramil 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 brothel owner, Aramil was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. 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 was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He's attracted to the PC; and he would like to get married and retire

Flaws: Antagonistic, Ugly. Bonds: Military, Mentor, Has a crush. Occupation: Banker

Voice: pre-pubescent

Possessions: 4000 gp. Aquamarine (1300 gp). Chrysoprase (40 gp). Black pearl (1300 gp). Malachite (15 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: An older man who sports yellow clothing, slightly heavier than average wear, he is not a threatening figure. His blonde hair is greasy and uncared for. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: He has a very dry and sarcastic sense of humor. He is not one for noise or eating so much, which is in direct contrast with his big mouthed big gutted partner. His partner is his best friend in the world. The two are very close despite being more or less each other's opposites. He is motivated by money and will often try and persuade people to work for cheap. He haggles over everything, upselling his goods and buying cheap. He is persistent in everything.

History: His history is one of pain. He was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves his parents kept. He was part of a huge silver rush, which was taken over by a mining company. The company confiscated a lot of silver, but the shipment was lost. He now has a substantial network of resources ranging from contacts to ships to peers.

Motivation: He has passion for adventuring and risk; and he feels threatened by others

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Fearful. Bonds: Adventurer, Slave. Occupation: Stylist

Voice: Excited and jittery

Possessions: 100 pp. Azurite (14 gp). Eye agate (14 gp). Rhodochrosite (14 gp). Alexandrite (700 gp). Lapis lazuli (14 gp). Sard (30 gp). Carnelian (30 gp). Lapis lazuli (14 gp). Lapis lazuli (14 gp). Black pearl (700 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: A man with a friendly, welcoming air about him, he is well dressed, constantly wearing a grey suit, blue shirt, and grey tie. His brown hair is cut jaggedly and amateurishly. His violet eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: Here is a man who knows he is the smartest in the room. He talks down to others constantly. He misses his home and complains about the freezing weather, even in summer.

History: When he was but 3 years old his parents immigrated from the north. He inherited a moderately successful company from his mother. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. He now has a substantial network of resources ranging from contacts to ships to peers.

Motivation: He is unsatisfied with his job; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Impeccable, Entrepeneur. Bonds: Immigrant, Rich, Job. Occupation: Scribe

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 2000 gp. Chalcedony (20 gp). 1 Minor magic item.