Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he is wearing a long, grey cloak. He keeps his long brown hair kept up in a rat tail. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He believes there is no problem he cannot solve with sufficient elbow grease and persistence, if it is the best or most economic solution matters not. He can't help but pocket interesting objects he comes across

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Eberk grew up listening to his father's many stories. In his youth he was part of a gang. He got caught, but did not rat out his comrades and served his time in prison. He inherited the family business which he has now maintained for 6 years.

Motivation: Retire the richest man in the south; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Persistence, Entrepeneur. Bonds: Criminal record, Adventurer, Job. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: 20 gp. 1 Climber’s kit.

Description: This man is typically in his Shoemaker uniform. He has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized ruby on his left hand. His black hair is still thick. His thin eyebrows rest above his beady silver eyes.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. He uses his nature as a weapon; he likes to lead opponents to think him in distress.

History: Born in the west to a Shoemaker, Astar learned a great deal about his father's area of expertise. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Shoemaker work with an outfit from a few towns over. Shoemaker work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He has drifted from career to career and currently works as a Shoemaker.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved; and expand his business

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly, Secretive. Bonds: Job, Rich. Occupation: Shoemaker

Voice: Soft and melodious

Possessions: 290 gp. 1 Breastplate.

Description: He is an exceptionally muscular looking eastern young adult. He wears long strands of jet and short black dresses (or suits) accompanied by the proper stockings and shoes, with gloves of varying lengths. Beneath his clothing is a huge mess of scar tissue. He has dyed his greying chestnut hair a little too much giving a sharp chestnut color. His half smiles and white eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: He takes his job very seriously, in part because he fears he cannot get a new one. He is stubborn though. He always likes to keep a trick up his sleeve. He likes to fight dirty and will kick and punch below the belt if he feels he even has a chance of losing.

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 Miner work with an outfit from a few towns over. Miner work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: He possesses a valuable artifact that the thieves guild wishes to steal.

Bonds: Rich, Slave, Attractive, Job, Criminal record. Occupation: Miner

Voice: Mousy voice

Possessions: 280 gp. 1 Half-Plate.

Description: Relatively heavier built than your average man, he is not imposing. He wears a white collared shirt and pastel pants. He accessorizes with a yellow scarf around the waist and a strap diagonally across his shirt. His blonde hair is unkempt and raggedy. His eyes are violet and beady.

Personality: He can speak with the recently deceased. He is obsessed with finding treasure.

History: Az-Adar was born to in a poor docking district. He spent his early days working in the same smith shop his mother was employed at, doing general labor. He found a children's book about a Half-Orc Druid who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. He modeled his life after the story, seeing himself destined a hero. He has dedicated himself to building a better trade route.

Motivation: To reunite with his old friends; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer, Religious. Occupation: Knight

Voice: Relaxed voice

Possessions: 320 gp.

Description: She is a woman of bearing and well nourished. She wears a shirt that is too small, which lets her gut show, with a ratty brown coat over it. Her hair is golden and curly. Her eyes are a pleasant green.

Personality: She seems absolutely devoid of it. She stares off into space and will respond with overly literal and minimalist answers to questions. Despite her manner, she is extremely passionate and proud of her job, and she prides herself in being thorough and never missing a detail.

History: Valida was born the youngest of three triplets. Her father was supposedly a charlatan fortune teller, but she insists her father was legitimate. She has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: An old rival family wants her found.

Flaws: Ugly, Mundane. Bonds: Job, Family, Religious. Occupation: Marshal

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 1900 sp.