Description: He is a husky man, who wears a white vest with golden trim over his white shirt. His brown leather gloves and pants are well-kept, and his white boots flare out at the collars. He has styled his chestnut hair well, parting it to the right. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: Overbrimming with self-confidence, Halander isn't afraid of most anything. He has a strong dislike to people who do not believe in Halfling unity. He has a cruel streak; something he gained from his previous mentor. He harbors resentment against his former mentor.

History: He was born several months after his mother was called into army service. He graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. He advanced relatively quickly due to his good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep; and he doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Insomniac, Antagonistic. Bonds: Mentor, Military. Occupation: Slave Trader

Voice: Shortens vowels

Possessions: 200 gp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: This woman stands a little under 4'8" and is a bit bulky. She is very muscular particularly in the legs. She is armored in gleaming platemail with gilded edges. A flowing blue cape and mantle trimmed with soft brown waves gently in the breeze. She has white hair. She has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. She wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: Abrasive and pushy, she has a hard time making friends. She will pursue extreme courses of action in the short term, confident that they cannot fail.

History: Raised by wardens she was only a novice when giants swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. Her father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted her to inherit them. She knows her nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but her.

Motivation: Her name or reputation has been wronged in the past by giants, and she desires to right it; and she wants revenge against giants

Flaws: Antagonistic, Impulsive. Bonds: Rich, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Sailor

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: 110 pp. Moss agate (8 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (8 gp). Blue quartz (8 gp). Eye agate (8 gp). Freshwater pearl (8 gp). Violet garnet (1500 gp). Red-brown spinel (70 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This woman has the majority of her body covered in plate. She is muscular with a powerful set of arms. Her long chestnut hair reaches down to her waist. She has gleaming, smiling blue eyes.

Personality: She is business-like. She takes instructions and follows them to the letter. A fanatic, her devotion to her small selection of gods is unquestionable. She claims to be doing their will and will base all her actions on whether or not they would be pleasing to the gods.

History: Raised by wardens she was only a novice when illithids swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. Her father was supposedly a charlatan fortune teller, but she insists her father was legitimate. By chance she met her brother recently and the two have been together since.

Motivation: Several ex partners dislike her way of doing things and want revenge.

Ideals: Professionalism. Bonds: Religious, Enemies, Family. Occupation: Sellsword

Voice: High pitched, excited

Possessions: 300 gp.

Description: A 3'3" southern man, he wears light armors faded through time and improper care. His long red hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. He is baby faced.

Personality: Here is a man who knows he is the smartest in the room. He talks down to others constantly. His home and work are filled with various knick knacks he has acquired through the years. He cares a great deal for his adopted teenage daughter.

History: Heir to a fortune, his parents put a great deal of effort into curing his disease. His father was very strict, and drilled into him lessons on being the perfect gentleman. He has been saving his money to try and buy his sister's freedom.

Motivation: He doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes; and wants to raise his children well

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Family, Rich. Occupation: Interpreter

Voice: Uses lots of figures of speech

Possessions: 400 gp. A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (30 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (900 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (900 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1700 gp).