Description: The man speaks with an almost imperceptible accent. He seems to always be the slightest bit damp as if he got out from a pool a few moments ago. He wears a suit in poor condition. It has not been laundered in sometime and has been worn in activities one would not normally wear a suit during. He has a long black beard with little hanging trinkets. His eyes are hazel and catlike.

Personality: He is enamored with his job. He loves it. He likes the challenge and he likes helping those less fortunate than him. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Heian was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. From there he went from mercenary job to mercenary job. He has dedicated himself to building a better village for his children.

Motivation: Obtaining odd cultural Elven artifacts is his passion.

Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Adventurer, Immigrant, Job, Mentor. Occupation: Guard

Voice: Eastern European accent

Possessions: 900 pp. Zircon (70 gp). Onyx (70 gp). Malachite (8 gp). Deep green spinel (50 gp). Bloodstone (70 gp). Moonstone (70 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1400 gp). Jade (50 gp). Malachite (8 gp). Canary diamond (4000 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He wears a tight fitting blue shirt and pants. He sports a long chestnut beard, and similarly colored long hair. His eyes are gray and catlike.

Personality: He shows great sympathy to all travelers. He's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. Theriatis is a bit of a follower. Usually he is manipulated by his brothers into helping them out, but recently he has become more of a free agent.

History: Born in the west to a Performer, Theriatis learned a great deal about his father's area of expertise. He was one of the best in his class, and was picked up by his current employer. He quickly showed his capability and was soon promoted to a head role. He now owns his own business.

Motivation: His spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Philantrophist. Bonds: Family, Job. Occupation: Performer

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 4000 gp. Silver comb with moonstones (400 gp). A small bag of saffron. (10 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (500 gp). Old masterpiece painting (500 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: His right thumb is blackened and bruised, but otherwise he appears quite healthy. He wears an entirely black suit with white socks and a vest with buckled shoes. He has no hair. His eyes are likewise gray.

Personality: He cares much about the opinion of others, both in good and in bad: when keeping in line with his opinion, he thinks highly of the other person, but when opinions clash, he can get violently argumentative. He would rather hide behind his crafts than deal with other people.

History: He was born into a rich family. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it; and he is greedy

Ideals: Opinionated, Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Excited and jittery

Possessions: 2000 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.