Description: He is a pot bellied northern man with a big hulking figure and broad shoulders. He wears a shirt that is too small, which lets his gut show, with a ratty white coat over it. His silver hair is lengthy. His amber eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: Prone to second guessing himself, he comes off as nervous. 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 grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. He was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. He never won. He remains aloof and afraid to be himself due to all the ideals others have placed upon him.

Motivation: To find somewhere to settle down; and he is content

Ideals: Athletic, Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Shy, Mundane. Occupation: Bricklayer

Voice: Complex vocabulary, royal

Possessions: 1000 gp. Chrysoprase (70 gp). Moss agate (4 gp). Freshwater pearl (4 gp). Obsidian (4 gp). Tourmaline (70 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he typically wears a sleeveless long coat of deep white leather and dull tan iron scale mail. His hair is always cut to a buzz. His eyes are likewise violet. His teeth are yellowed and unaligned.

Personality: Prone to second guessing himself, he comes off as nervous. He never wears the same outfit twice, unless he absolutely has to.

History: Carrie was born to in a poor docking district. He spent his early days working in the same smith shop his father was employed at, doing general labor. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Elven companion (his 'brother'). He has never given up on his poetry dream.

Motivation: He has passion for adventuring and risk; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Doctor

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 300 pp. Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (300 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2200 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1400 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (500 gp). Old masterpiece painting (800 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (500 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is scrawny and has patchy white stubble. He wears dark leathers with embroidery. He has a hunchback. He has no hair. He has hazel eyes.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: He was born several months after his father was called into army service. When Varis reached his early adolescence his Elf father passed away. Feeling disconnected from the small nearby village afterwards, he decided to travel. His rounds led him into the Army with a few individuals who would become his life-long companions. Since then, he has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: He has a rivalry with the Church that dominates his actions; and wants to have a good time and be beloved

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly, Hedonist. Bonds: Military, Religious. Occupation: Doctor

Voice: Deep voice with rolling R's

Possessions: 4000 gp. Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). Finely wrought small gold bracelet (80 gp). A small bag of saffron. (80 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (400 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2500 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (80 gp).