Description: A man with a cold, calculating air about him, he dresses in brown turtlenecks beneath a yellow coat with black slacks. He keeps his auburn hair in a pixie cut. He has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. He wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: He considers himself a man of culture and sophistication. He likes a good challenge to his wits. He is a ruthless business man, a trait he acquired from his mother.

History: Rurik hails from a village terrorized by goblins. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Halfling companion (his 'brother'). When he grew older, he became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. He began work as a mercenary for hire. He would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: He is greedy; and revenge

Ideals: Impeccable, Entrepeneur. Bonds: Enemies, Adventurer, Rich. Occupation: Bowyer

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 3000 gp. Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (200 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1300 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (600 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1300 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (2000 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (50 gp).

Description: She usually wears her black robe and has her bastard sword always slung over her shoulder. She is physically well-built. She wears her brown hair up. Her face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: She does not believe in betrayal or weakness as things to be tolerated. She is cautious and jumpy. She reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

History: She was born into a rich family. In her formative years she discovered how persuasive she was. She began using that to her advantage selling useless wares at inflated prices. She has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: Retire the richest woman in the north.

Ideals: Justice, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Layabout

Voice: Voice breaks

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: A woman with a calm yet intense air about her, she is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers her face most of the time. Her hair is black and curly. Her hazel eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: She is quiet and unassuming. She ignores others and carries on with her job unassumingly. She is a bit of a macho woman and will challenge people to random contests of strength and skill, and invite them to random hunting and fishing trip.

History: She was born in a small mountains village. She was an adventurer many years ago and she formed a blood bond with her Elven companion (her 'brother'). She has gone from town to town till she finds a spot where she can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: Wishes to resurrect an old love; and expand her business

Ideals: Fighting. Bonds: Job, Nature, Adventurer, In love. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Russian accent

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: This exceptionally lanky man prefers to wear flannel. He sports a flattop hair cut. This hazel eyed northerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: He is curt in most of his responses. He prefers to keep his word usage to a minimum to avoid giving away unnecessary information. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. When he came of age, he joined a caravan that would eventually take him to the capital. He would practice along the way and, when he arrived, be apprenticed to a Brewer. He has drifted from career to career and currently works as a Brewer.

Motivation: He feels that his past leaves him morally obligated to help; and further expansion of business

Flaws: Shy, Hedonist. Bonds: Poor, Job, Criminal record. Occupation: Brewer

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 340 gp.