Description: He stands about 4'8" and wears a fancy pastel suit. His left hand appears badly burned and disfigured. He wears his auburn hair down. This brown eyed northerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: He is quiet and anti-social and can barely make it a few minutes in conversation before his hampering stammer kicks in. He has a habit of throwing himself into exceedingly dangerous situations.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. 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 leaves a trail of broken hearts and full pockets wherever he goes.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor; and to prove his worth to the world

Flaws: Shy, Impulsive. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Job. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Soft and melodious

Possessions: 3000 gp. Tiger eye turquoise (6 gp). Iolite (40 gp). Red spinel (130 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (6 gp). Amber (130 gp). Amber (130 gp). Deep blue spinel (1000 gp). Eye agate (6 gp). Smoky quartz (40 gp).

Description: The dark-skinned man stands 4'11" and wears long strands of opal and short yellow dresses (or suits) accompanied by the proper stockings and shoes, with gloves of varying lengths. His hair is always cut to a buzz. His brown eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: He does not believe in betrayal or weakness as things to be tolerated. He pushes his goals aggressively. He is also a coward if confronted.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when dire rats swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. In his 16th year, his parents were killed by a dire rats raid, leaving Raer alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, he was adopted. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to dire rats demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: He is greedy; and his religion dominates his actions

Ideals: Justice. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Rich, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Smoker's lung

Possessions: 3000 gp. Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (2300 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (1000 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (60 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (1000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is a physically imposing light-skinned man. He is wearing a tight green one piece outfit complete with pants, hood, and a cape. His red hair is singed and shortened. He has a tattooed face.

Personality: He dislikes all the random violence that takes place in the east. 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: Gifted from a young age, Naal studied abroad. He was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. He never won. He was granted arcane powers by his dying brother.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often.

Ideals: Pacifist, Fighting, Gifted, Athletic. Flaws: Ugly. Occupation: Bellfounder

Voice: Scratchy, weak

Possessions: 1000 gp. Embroidered and bejeweled glove (1000 gp). A small bag of saffron. (90 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (50 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1500 gp). Jeweled gold crown (4000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). Jeweled gold crown (4000 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1500 gp).