Description: This man typically wears a sleeveless long coat of deep green leather and dull black iron scale mail. He has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized amber on his right hand. His hair, while still mostly golden, has prominent grey streaks. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He is unhospitable to his core. His small house has "No trespassing" Signs all over it. He loves being with his children and actually smiles when they are around. He would do anything for them. He dislikes his ex a great deal.

History: Sold as a small child to a slaver, Gerald was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. Being born in the north, he completed his medical training abroad so as to avoid the war. He returned after the war having achieved medical proficiency. He was a general practitioner in the north for years, until he, through no fault of his own, lost a patient who had a very powerful family. Rather than risk reprisal he made his way east. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and he has money and likes to spend it

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Family, Mentor, Job. Occupation: Fortune-teller

Voice: Hollow voice

Possessions: 2300 sp.

Description: He is lean but muscular and dresses in collared shirts and wears a proper scarf over his head. He has no hair. His eyes are likewise gray.

Personality: Overbrimming with self-confidence, Anselm isn't afraid of most anything. He has a strong dislike to people who do not believe in Human unity. 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: He was born in the east. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He now spends his time doing works of charity.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and nothing but the best is good enough for him

Ideals: Impeccable, Logical, Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Immigrant. Occupation: Tailor

Voice: Thin and wheezing

Possessions: 400 gp.

Description: This man likes to wear ponchos typically of a light green in addition to tight pants, and sports empty pouches on his belt. His hair is white, silky, and of moderate length. He is baby faced.

Personality: He believes mankind has become decadent and spoiled by the march of civilization and an end should come to life as we know it. He pushes his goals aggressively. He is also a coward if confronted.

History: Gunter was born in the east. At a young age he loved to build and create. Gunter liked to wander the woods near his home when he was young, something he still likes to do at least once a week. He never liked modest clothing or shoes, so he would wander the woods barefoot and lightly dressed, and he developed a good sense of balance and learned how to climb and swim well. He tends to his Mercenary job now, and dutifully fulfills any obligations he has.

Motivation: He would like to get married and retire; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Persistence. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Nature, Job, Has a crush. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: Smoker's lung

Possessions: 400 gp. Moss agate (16 gp).

Description: A man with a warm, jovial air about him, he wears a black armored body suit, with a simple grey line shooting up and back down. He has shaved his head bald. His eyes are violet.

Personality: Simon speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. He is clearly well-traveled and educated. He lacks moral complications. He does what he is told to by employers but not much else. He spends his money on whatever he fancies at the time.

History: He was born in the south. He went to a religious school and was inspired by the priests there in charitable deeds. He has achieved small success as a Glassblower.

Motivation: He doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes; and he is unsatisfied with his job

Ideals: Impeccable. Bonds: Job, Immigrant, Religious. Occupation: Glassblower

Voice: Speaks with back of mouth

Possessions: A delicate silver chain set with a tourmaline (60 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (700 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (500 gp). 1 Alchemist’s fire.

Description: He is a physically imposing dark-skinned man. 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. His golden hair is greasy and uncared for. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: Abrasive and pushy, he has a hard time making friends. He disdains his fellow easterners, claiming they make him look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Miles grew up listening to his mother's many stories. His parents divorced when he was young, and his mother gained full cudstody. He was regularly beaten by his mother, who blamed him for driving them apart. He has drifted apart from his friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature scimitar.

Motivation: Meet up once more with his childhood friend; and he's looking for his big break

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Adventurer, Immigrant. Occupation: Crown-heir

Voice: Booming voice

Possessions: 600 gp.