Description: He wears a robe, a symbol of death around his neck, and a warhammer on his belt. He carries a battered crossbow and tarnished warhammer as well. His tied-back hair is chestnut. He has several tiny amethyst earrings on each ear.

Personality: This man loves writing and to teach people writing more than just about anything. He is used to getting what he wants. In part because he is a meticulous planner.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. A freak accident while working with his Bounty Hunter father left him crippled. Recently a tribe of illithids attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Manfred fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever; and he is greedy

Ideals: Fighting, Artistic, Professionalism. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Detective

Voice: growls and snarls, animalistic

Possessions: 300 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A man of a pale complexion, he wears just a black suit. He has wavy silver crest. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: He is calm most of the time but flees social interaction. He is accommodating to his spouse and as such limits his hospitality. He is brave and levelheaded in the face of danger and has proven himself a capable leader.

History: He comes from a rich western family. His mother had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He was always very intelligent and has formed a secret society of specialists.

Motivation: To protect his home; and he is greedy

Flaws: Shy, Secretive. Bonds: In love, Rich, Guardian. Occupation: Crown-heir

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 170 gp.

Description: This woman is tall and muscular. She wears a robe, a symbol of strength around her neck, and a shield on her belt. Her hair is white and curly. Her eyes are blue.

Personality: She believes there is no problem she cannot solve with sufficient elbow grease and persistence, if it is the best or most economic solution matters not. She invented a lineage for herself and claims to be descended from several legendary heroes.

History: She was born to loving parents in a slum to the south. From there she went from mercenary job to mercenary job. Lacking all sense, she decided to go on an adventure. She picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: Obtaining odd cultural Halfling artifacts is her passion; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Fighting, Athletic, Persistence. Bonds: Adventurer, Poor. Occupation: Scribe

Voice: German accent

Possessions: 3 Antitoxin.

Description: A thin woman, she clearly needs to put on some weight, but she still has a lot of muscle. She wears a suit in poor condition. It has not been laundered in sometime and has been worn in activities one would not normally wear a suit during. Her chestnut hair is lengthy and is close to two feet long. She wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: She likes to brag about her accomplishments and constantly tries to beat others to the punch. She has zero loyalty and will suck up to whomever is within range, in the hopes of being moved to a better position.

History: She was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. 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. 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: She has money and likes to spend it; and she has passion for adventuring and risk

Ideals: Athletic, Passionate. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Adventurer, Rich. Occupation: Spy

Voice: Mousy voice

Possessions: 900 gp.