Description: He wears dull tan sweaters, loose red pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath his sweater he keeps a concealed quarterstaff, just in case. He carries a battered greatsword and tarnished quarterstaff as well. He has a small bristly mustache and wavy blonde hair. His ears are large.

Personality: He hates illithids. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. He is motivated by money and will often try and persuade people to work for cheap. He haggles over everything, upselling his goods and buying cheap. He is persistent in everything.

History: Theriatis was born in the east. At a young age he loved to build and create. He took after his mother in leading caravans. Because they were valued, his mother taught him to defend himself. When his mother died while fighting illithids, the young Theriatis began to lead the lost caravan. He has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: Several ex partners dislike his way of doing things and want revenge; and he wants revenge against illithids

Ideals: Fighting, Entrepeneur, Persistence. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Enemies. Occupation: Masseuse

Voice: Hollow voice

Possessions: 200 sp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: A woman with a cold, calculating air about her, she is renowned for her bright white dresses and hats. She has white hair. Her otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: She is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as she rather likes the sound of her voice. Her demeanor is somewhat feminine. She is an amazing painter.

History: Merla was raised in a hard working conservative environment. She found a children's book about a Halfling Expert 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. She has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and she is a bit of a kleptomaniac

Ideals: Optimist, Gifted. Bonds: Job, Adventurer, Criminal record. Occupation: Cartwright

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 20 pp. A delicate brass dragon egg (30 gp).

Description: Dark and lean, she is a relatively plain woman. She dresses in collared shirts and wears a proper scarf over her head. Her black hair is knotted and matted. Her gray eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: She snorts whenever she laughs or is feeling confident. She takes great joy in being the best Farmer in town.

History: She got into the Farmer business at a young age. She was one of the best in her class, and was picked up by her current employer. She quickly showed her capability and was soon promoted to a head role. She has gone from town to town till she finds a spot where she can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: Further expansion of business.

Bonds: Job. Occupation: Farmer

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 280 gp. Sardonyx (50 gp). Golden pearl (140 gp).

Description: This tall, slender man sports blue clothing, slightly heavier than average wear. His hair is blonde and curly. His brown eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: Aside from being a little slow due to sleep deprivation he is generally quite perceptive. He notices little details and can draw good conclusions from them. He constantly seizes attention wherever he goes and has come to expect this respect from everyone. He likes to think of himself as merciful, but nonetheless is very strict.

History: He was born into a rich family. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Tabaxi companion (his 'brother'). Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: Meet up once more with his childhood friend.

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Squeaky

Possessions: 100 gp. Solid gold idol (200 gp).

Description: Standing 6'3", this man wears clothing that is held on in multiple layers but all of it is in poor condition. He has no fur. His eyes are likewise copper. His teeth are yellowed and unaligned.

Personality: He takes his job very seriously, in part because he fears he cannot get a new one. To his fellows he is seen as friendly and intelligent, but is angry and unforgiving to the so called fatcats and any who do and have associated with them.

History: His history is one of pain. He was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves his parents kept. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Sellsword work with an outfit from a few towns over. Sellsword work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He inherited the family business which he has now maintained for 3 years.

Motivation: Expand his business; and he is currently in port desperately looking for someone to get him out

Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Job, Enemies, Slave. Occupation: Sellsword

Voice: Soft and mumbly

Possessions: 200 gp.