Description: A stocky darker skinned man, he wears a worn and beaten armor. His chestnut hair is slicked back into a classic pompadour. His violet eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: Peren hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate him. It was this clingy personality that held back his painting career. Animals are drawn to him, and he is able to talk to them.

History: His necromantic talent manifested at a young age. Aiming to upstage a rival house, his parents had him trained. His mother had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: To end his boredom; and to share knowledge with the world

Ideals: Artistic, Gifted, Logical. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Scribe

Voice: Laughs frequently while speaking

Possessions: 4000 gp. Golden pearl (100 gp). Malachite (12 gp). Golden pearl (100 gp). Star ruby (900 gp). White pearl (100 gp). Black pearl (400 gp). Iolite (30 gp). Azurite (12 gp). Hematite (12 gp).

Description: He is wearing a long, tan cloak. He has a very tight haircut. He has blue eyes and a tan hat with a white feather.

Personality: He goes out his way to put a smile on everyone's face. There's no-one he won't accept into his heart. He does not believe in violence as a means to an end. He is a dedicated Fortune-teller but believes his peers are too gung-ho.

History: He comes from a rich eastern family. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He knows his nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but him.

Motivation: His spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion; and doesn't want to be a fortune-teller and was forced into it by his family

Ideals: Optimist, Pacifist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Family. Occupation: Fortune-teller

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 3000 gp. Brown-green garnet (70 gp). Black pearl (800 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (1100 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Wearing a closed helm and plate, one would not know what he was had he not made sure his armor was more form fitting than normal. Outside of the suit he dresses well, wearing brown shirts, loose pants, and blazers most of the time. His hair is white, silky, and of moderate length. His eyes are hazel.

Personality: Abrasive and pushy, he has a hard time making friends. He dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. His biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: Born in the north to a Ruler, Erdan learned a great deal about his mother'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's also a talented Dyer, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and balancing his hectic life and new ruler responsibilities is difficult

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Job. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: Speaks with lower jaw sticking out

Possessions: 2000 gp. Jasper (80 gp). Violet garnet (700 gp). Chrysoprase (80 gp). Red spinel (100 gp). Hematite (11 gp). Amethyst (100 gp). Lapis lazuli (11 gp). 1 Medium magic item.