Nolan Harris  Age - 29  Nationality – Insignia  Bio – Nolan was selected for military service since birth, since both his mother and father had strong bodies and had made respectable soldiers in their time.  Nolan’s ability to think quickly and adapt got him promoted to the Commando Corps.  Like most Insignia citizens, Nolan has a strong sense of duty and honor, but he is secretly disturbed at how disrespectfully the Insignia sometimes treats the people of the mainland
	Dorran Terrendest Age - 20 Nationality – Akurad Empire Bio – A child of a middle class family, Dorran is an adventurer that can’t sit still for long.  Dorran is cheerful, charismatic, and easygoing, but he is also somewhat introspective and has a passion for art and writing.  All Dorran needs is a place to go and a new experience to anticipate, and as a result, he’s very generous, often giving everything he’s got to help a friend.  Secretly, Dorran is afraid of being alone, and has a much easier time leading a group than leading himself.  Although he’s skilled at combat, Dorran only enjoys fighting as a sport and dislikes wars in general.
	Coell Araki Age - 19 Nationality – Jhyrindal Bio – Coell became an orphan at a young age when her parents were killed, consumed by the mind-altering substances they abused.  Lacking an effective parental figure, Coell has always been very independent and dislikes getting help from others.  She’s used to having to prove herself to others, and still tries to do so, often accepting tasks that she later doesn’t think she’s capable of completing.  Coell often has an optimistic outlook, but on occasion, the traumatic events of her past dampen her mood.  Nonetheless, Coell is always a loyal and honest friend.
	Jeannegarde Ifraine Age - 25 Nationality – Bridana Bio – Jeanne is a Bridanese scholar who expects perfection of herself in everything she feels is important – to this end, she has put most of her focus into her academic science research, martial arts, and marksmanship.  Jeanne is very introspective and can be hard on herself when she fails.  Her own standards sometimes convince her to take on challenges she otherwise wouldn’t, but she always tells herself that she’ll come out stronger.  While Jeanne often comes across as cold and selfish because she puts her responsibilities – both to herself and to others – before her friends, she still treats friendships with respect and wouldn’t betray someone’s trust.
	Teorand Halfanyl Age - 35 Nationality –Esteria Bio – Teorand is a son of a noble family in Esteria and is just returning from his Journey, a prerequisite to becoming a Bishop.  Like most nobles in Esteria, Teorand has been well learned in most traditional academic areas including history, sciences, languages, and economics, and also in fencing and basic unarmed combat.  Teorand upholds the Esterian virtues of honor and morality perfectly and will give anything he can to help those in need.  He follows the teachings of the Old Order and occasionally looks down on anyone who he believes has sinned.  While he believes in the value of tradition, Teorand’s observations during his Journey prompted him to wonder if some of the ancient’s artifacts could indeed have useful purposes, and if some who salvage aren’t automatically sinners as a result.
	Elena Moire Age - 27 Nationality – Insignia Bio – A SUO soldier sent to the mainland for her first real assignment - to hunt down a dangerous Commando Corps traitor. Elena is a cunning combatant, who serves her duties to the Insignia with less arrogance than many of the SUO.  She rarely displays any emotion and will do any job asked of her by Insignia with a deadly resolve.
	Mirian D’Engle Age - 24 Nationality – Akurad Empire Bio – Mirian is an intelligent linguistics scholar who’s excited with the prospect of being one of the few successful female scholars in Akurad.  Currently working for an esteemed professor, Mirian takes her job very seriously, and she hopes to someday decipher the texts of the ancients to learn more about their history.  Mirian is often seen as tranquil, compassionate, and quiet, but she doesn’t allow herself to be pushed around.
	Trevor Age - 17 Nationality – unknown Bio – Trevor was found outside of a small town in Akurad and was cared for by a family in town.  No one knows where he came from, but he appears to have gone through some traumatic event that still haunts him.  Though he is disturbed and doesn’t speak often, Trevor is very polite and generous.
	Mojero Calirast Age - unknown Nationality – unknown Bio – To those who know him, Calirast is a cold but polite man.  Those who know him better know that they know nothing at all about him.  Calirast's origin, and intentions are unknown, and he does not seem to be affiliated with any known group or nation.  A few rumors are whispered quietly under the tables, usually suspecting him as a Red Ghost or an Elementalist agent, or a Returner, or a member of any other secretive and dangerous group.  Only one thing is known for sure - the more deeply one digs into the ruins, the more likely they are to run across Calirast.
	Sr. Sergeant Martin Hersh Regally Age - 47 Nationality – Insignia Bio – Sgt. Regally is the experienced and determined leader of Nolan Harris’ Commando Unit.  Regally is known back at Insignia for his fair treatment of those in his unit.  It’s said that, compared to other sergeants, Regally is more friendly towards his allies and more hostile towards his enemies.
	Yehani Age - 21 Nationality – Jhyrindal Bio – Yehani was born to historian mother and father in Jhyrindal and has always been captivated by stories of the ancients.  It’s her desire to join the Salvaging Company and find the relics she’s always heard about.  Yehani is friendly but has a strong sense of duty and will often put her job before her friends.
	Asa Age - 18 Nationality – Jhyrindal Bio – Asa is the son of a machinist who’s intrigued by Dune Ships but thinks they can be made even better by incorporating the knowledge of the ancients.  Asa is very well-mannered and polite, despite his lower class upbringing.  He is somewhat compassionate and will often put his own security on the line to help others in need.