Description: The light-skinned man stands 5'3" and tends to wear a red poncho over his likewise colored trousers and shirt. His hair is always cut to a buzz. His hazel eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: He is a Beggar first and foremost. He believes firmly that knowledge should be universal. He has a cruel streak; something he gained from his previous mentor. He harbors resentment against his former mentor.

History: A child with a great deal of singing talent his parents made sure he got the chance to thrive. Brilliant and gifted he never wanted to apply himself. He inherited the family business which he has now maintained for 2 years.

Motivation: Expand his business; and he is unsatisfied with his job

Ideals: Artistic, Gifted. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Job, Mentor. Occupation: Beggar

Voice: Italian accent

Possessions: 100 pp. Red spinel (90 gp). Jade (90 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (700 gp). Smoky quartz (60 gp). Obsidian (11 gp). Jade (90 gp). Golden pearl (90 gp). Moonstone (60 gp). Sard (60 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is a paragon of his species. He is larger and stronger than most Elves. His skin is dark but he possesses many black ritualistic tattoos. He wears tan robes with leather pauldrons. Though occasionally he wears more armor. He prefers to carry a greatsword, but if one is not available he will default to his shield. His brown hair is lengthy. He was beautiful and young once, which still shows through his age, but it is a faded beauty.

Personality: A grumpy guy he will invite people to lunch so he can critique them. Yet he still seems generally likeable, like a lovable grump. He is able to make almost anything out of random pieces of junk.

History: Rolen was born with his mother's beautiful face. After coming to the age of reason, Rolen took it upon himself to study the necromantic arts in their entirety; because of this, he was labeled a dark omen and banished from his homeland. After a long history of fighting, Rolen and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and he wants to get laid

Ideals: Philantrophist, Gifted. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive. Occupation: Locksmith

Voice: Boston accent

Possessions: 4000 gp. Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (700 gp). Gold music box (1000 gp). A finely crafted rug of intricate, geometric designs worked with silver threading (10 gp).

Description: This fat northern man has a bulbous nose and prefers to wear black clothing when he does not wear armor. His skin is also unnaturally pale. He has dyed his greying silver hair a little too much giving a sharp silver color. His green eyes are slightly larger than normal.

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 invites people to come help in his community garden.

History: Aust was raised in a hard working conservative environment. His arcane abilities were realized during a raid on his village. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: He has a rivalry with the Church that dominates his actions; and to be a bather again

Ideals: Optimist, Philantrophist, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job, Religious. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Sighs a lot, exhausted

Possessions: 4000 gp. Old masterpiece painting (900 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1100 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (170 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.