Description: A thin man, he clearly needs to put on some weight, but he still has a lot of muscle. He is armored in gleaming platemail with gilded edges. A flowing red cape and mantle trimmed with soft tan waves gently in the breeze. He has moderate length silver hair. His gray eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: Ortegar is a sociable creature first and foremost. He loves to listen to people at length before talking their ear off. He can carry on conversation for hours and will do so. He spends most of his days drinking in the Inn, the rowdiest and most dangerous establishment in town. There he gambles, wrestles and listens to stories told by travelers.

History: He is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. 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: Money/treasure; and he has a rivalry with the church that dominates his actions

Ideals: Athletic, Extrovert. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer, Religious. Occupation: Sculptor

Voice: Switch between two voices

Possessions: 190 gp.

Description: He sports green clothing, slightly heavier than average wear. He carries a battered shortspear and tarnished dagger as well. His hair is red and very short. This black eyed southerner is not easily forgotten.

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 is often prim and proper but will on occasion tell either really disgusting or offensive jokes, which seem out of character.

History: He grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. His father was a soldier and died while he was still young. Melech was left his father's suit of armor and trained in its use and care. Recently a tribe of orcs attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Melech fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: He seems to be bored by most things; and to end his boredom

Ideals: Fighting, Optimist, Joker. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Military. Occupation: Dyer

Voice: German accent

Possessions: 40000 cp. Onyx (50 gp). 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: He wears a brown shirt, with a tan mid length shorts with tan tights and flats, usually wearing a coat over them. His fur is yellow and very short. His eyes are a pleasant green.

Personality: He can speak with the recently deceased. He is a thrill seeker, he laughs at people and throws down challenges. He is highly competitive and combative.

History: When he was but 8 years old his parents immigrated from the north. A few years later when the east was not economically sound they moved to his current location. He then took over the family business and is one of the better Bowyer for hire.

Motivation: He wants revenge against drow; and he'd like to take his coworkers down a peg

Ideals: Gifted. Bonds: Adventurer, Immigrant, Job, Enemies. Occupation: Bowyer

Voice: Mousy voice

Possessions: 2200 gp. Malachite (10 gp). Black pearl (1400 gp). Eye agate (10 gp). Moss agate (10 gp). Blue sapphire (1600 gp). Moonstone (20 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This younger middle-aged woman is generally shirtless and showing off her tattooed chest, and a wedding ring on her right hand. She wears her chestnut hair down. Her black eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: She cares much about the opinion of others, both in good and in bad: when keeping in line with her opinion, she thinks highly of the other person, but when opinions clash, she can get violently argumentative. She disdains her fellow westerners, claiming they make her look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: Born in the west to a Masseuse, Vepar learned a great deal about her father's area of expertise. She was an adventurer many years ago and she formed a blood bond with her Dragonborn companion (her 'brother'). She now travels the world, in search of power and loot.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark.

Ideals: Opinionated. Bonds: In love, Immigrant, Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Masseuse

Voice: Slow speaker

Possessions: Moss agate (5 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (5 gp).