Description: A woman with a cold, calculating air about her, she wears a shirt that is too small, which lets her gut show, with a ratty violet coat over it. She keeps her auburn hair in a pixie cut. Her eyes are likewise hazel. Her teeth are yellowed and unaligned.

Personality: She is curt in most of her responses. She prefers to keep her word usage to a minimum to avoid giving away unnecessary information. A true patriot, Aline would do anything for her country. She is fiercely protective of her fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Aline grew up listening to her father's many stories. She found a children's book about a Half-Elf Fighter 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. 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 is currently in port desperately looking for someone to get her out

Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Military, Adventurer, Slave. Occupation: Junk Dealer

Voice: Spits words with contempt

Possessions: 400 gp. Carnelian (50 gp). Chalcedony (50 gp).

Description: He is a pot bellied southern man with a big hulking figure and broad shoulders. He is wearing a long, red, dusty cloak. With a patchy auburn beard and wild auburn hair. His amber eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: He seems absolutely devoid of it. He stares off into space and will respond with overly literal and minimalist answers to questions. He does not regard money as being a problem because it has never been a problem for him. He lives in a bit of an ivory tower believing all problems are one quick intervention away from being solved.

History: He was born at the edge of vast mountains. Over the years he perfected his riding and shooting skills. He got away from his former life and has fallen to alcoholism.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it; and he uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Mundane, Addict. Bonds: Rich, Nature, Attractive. Occupation: Beggar

Voice: Jittery and nervous

Possessions: 20 gp.

Description: He is dressed in an above average manner, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 4'9" when asserting himself. He has dyed his greying black hair a little too much giving a sharp black color. His blue eyes peer out from beneath his top tan hat.

Personality: He is enamored with his job. He loves it. He likes the challenge and he likes helping those less fortunate than him. He is harsh and unforgiving.

History: He is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. He went to a religious school and was inspired by the priests there in charitable deeds. He tends to his Bookbinder job now, and dutifully fulfills any obligations he has.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and to be a body guard again

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Rich, Religious. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Relaxed voice

Possessions: 360 gp. Jasper (20 gp). Rock crystal (20 gp). Chrysoberyl (50 gp).

Description: A 5'4" western woman, she is dressed in earthy colors with a grey and black handkerchief worn on her right side. She has shaved her head bald. Her eyes are likewise violet. Her teeth are white and perfect.

Personality: She likes to make people angry or surprised. The occasional robbery is her preferred attention getting crime, but she mainly uses her means for meeting her own perverse desires.

History: She was born to a criminal king-pin and mafia family In her 13th year, her parents were killed by a illithids raid, leaving Maynild alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, she was adopted. She would ruin relationships and cause injury. She was reprimanded several times before being given her current form and forced to learn humility.

Motivation: To clean up the streets; and a deep hatred of illithids

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Criminal record, Enemies, Guardian. Occupation: Knight

Voice: Nasally tone

Possessions: 150 gp. 1 Masterwork Light wooden shield.

Description: Dark and lean, he is a relatively plain man. He tends to wear a large tan jacket. His tied-back hair is black. He was beautiful and young once, which still shows through his age, but it is a faded beauty.

Personality: He is a melancholic, but persistent worker. He resents family life and as such spurns the advances of admirers. Energy wise he seems alert and responsive.

History: He comes from a rich western family. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to drow demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: Regain custody of his son; and he has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Professionalism. Flaws: Depressed. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Enemies, Family. Occupation: Mason

Voice: Complex vocabulary, royal

Possessions: 400 sp. Tourmaline (80 gp). 2 Antitoxin.