Description: A moderately attractive man, he sports grey clothing, slightly heavier than average wear. His moppish brown hair is in a traditional bowl cut. His amber eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: He is intelligent and cunning, but he will too often allow his rage to get the better of him. He will lose his cool and rely on brute force to carry the day. He has a minor phobia of water and hates getting wet.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when illithids swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. In his 16th year, his parents were killed by a illithids raid, leaving Rurik alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, he was adopted. After a long history of fighting, Rurik and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: His religion dominates his actions; and he is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs

Flaws: Antagonistic, Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Slave Trader

Voice: High pitched and raspy

Possessions: 600 sp. Tiger eye turquoise (4 gp).

Description: This man is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. He has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized ruby on his left hand. His hair, while still mostly golden, has prominent grey streaks. His thin eyebrows rest above his beady gray eyes.

Personality: He acts crazy and hedonistic. He passes on several rewards to people in need. He makes a point to leave places better than he found them.

History: He was a bastard born out of an affair, and his father always resented and mistreated him for it out of spite. His parents divorced when he was young, and his father gained full cudstody. He was regularly beaten by his father, who blamed him for driving them apart. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it; and he's repulsed by the pc

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly, Hedonist, Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Barkeep

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: 300 gp.

Description: A hulking woman with gigantic muscles, she is wearing a tight white one piece outfit complete with pants, hood, and a cape. Her long blonde hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. Her fair skin shows little sign of her aristocratic breeding.

Personality: Here is a woman who knows she is the smartest in the room. She talks down to others constantly. She misses her home and complains about the freezing weather, even in summer.

History: She was born several months after her father was called into army service. Her parents enrolled her in a Wizard school at a young age so that she could practice her psionic talents. She left for the east, certain she would find work there.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for her; and to clean up the streets

Ideals: Impeccable, Gifted. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Military. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 5000 cp. Amber (100 gp).

Description: This woman is very fat, and prefers to wear blue pants and tee shirts. Her golden hair is braided into rings. Her violet eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: Eccentric and domineering, Sumnes will drive conversation. She tends to be very friendly, and is drawn to music, the smells of food and wine, and out-door festivals.

History: She was born to a criminal king-pin and mafia family 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. Recently she has begun working with bootleggers and crooks.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor.

Ideals: Extrovert, Optimist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Criminal record, Job. Occupation: Detective

Voice: Forgets to breathe while speaking

Possessions: 70 gp. 1 Bullseye lantern.

Description: This woman wears a robe, a symbol of strength around her neck, and a spear on her belt. She is muscular with a powerful set of arms. Her long chestnut hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. Her eyes are likewise brown. Her teeth are white and perfect.

Personality: Friendly and accommodating she would invite many more into her home than her spouse would be comfortable with if they did not express concern about it. She is underhanded and not above using her wealth and body to get others to do her bidding.

History: Born to a poor family in the city she treasured whatever gifts she got. She was part of a huge silver rush, which was taken over by a mining company. The company confiscated a lot of silver, but the shipment was lost. She became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: She desires power and/or immortality; and obtaining odd cultural gnomish artifacts is her passion

Ideals: Fighting, Philantrophist. Bonds: Attractive, Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: High pitched, excited

Possessions: 100 sp.