Description: He is of a modest build and height, but he carries himself more imposing than he is. He wears dark leathers with embroidery. His brown hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. His hazel eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: He is happy with his job as a Tanner. He turns his eye from what people do, preferring to live and let live. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: He was born to a criminal king-pin and mafia family Hobart was a troubled youth. He spent his days as a hard laborer instead of attending school, and spent his evenings with numerous mobsters and gang members. Hobart decided he wanted neither the life of his mother nor that of the evil petty criminals he associated with. During his early adolescence, he took a sudden opportunity while working the docks and commandeered a vessel that was left unmanned. He was always very intelligent and has formed a secret society of philosophers.

Motivation: He is unsatisfied with his job; and he feels that his past leaves him morally obligated to help

Flaws: Hedonist, Secretive. Bonds: Job, Criminal record. Occupation: Tanner

Voice: Speaks with a cold

Possessions: 40 gp. 1 Half-Plate.

Description: A woman with a friendly, welcoming air about her, she is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright white and brown, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. Her auburn hair is styled in orderly dreadlocks. Her skin is flawless and her gray eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: She loves justice and goodness and right action. Anyone who does not fulfill this criteria perfectly will no doubt get a lecture from her. She is the most sanctimonious self-righteous Half-Orc in existence. She loves her children and doesn't want them to worry about her. She loves to share her poetry with anyone who is interested.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Yevelda grew up listening to her mother's many stories. She found a children's book about a Half-Orc Ranger who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. She modeled her life after the story, seeing herself destined a hero. Lacking all sense, she decided to go on an adventure. She picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: She's looking for her big break; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Justice, Artistic. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Family, Adventurer. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: 30 gp.

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he wears many layers of old clothing at all times. He has dyed his greying gold crest a little too much giving a sharp gold color. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

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 is a ruthless business man, a trait he acquired from his mother.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Ildrex grew up listening to his mother's many stories. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Dragonborn companion (his 'brother'). He now has a substantial network of resources ranging from contacts to ships to peers.

Motivation: Retire the richest man in the south; and wants to have a good time and be beloved

Ideals: Optimist, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Insomniac. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Miner

Voice: Speaks with squeezed throat

Possessions: 60 gp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: 4'7" and lanky with angular features, she is an attractive figure. She wears bulky brown painted plate armor. Her fur is cut close to her head. Her blue eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: She exudes charisma. She is a tour de force of persuasion. She would rather hide behind her crafts than deal with other people.

History: Born to a poor family in the city she treasured whatever gifts she got. She was an adventurer many years ago and she formed a blood bond with her Gnomish companion (her 'brother'). When she grew older, she became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. She began work as a mercenary for hire. She would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: To reunite with her old friends; and she wants to meet her childhood hero

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Map Maker

Voice: Middle-eastern accent

Possessions: 300 gp. 1 Chain shirt.