Description: He wears red painted combat armor at almost all times. His black hair is heavily combed to the right. His violet eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: He considers himself a man of culture and sophistication. He likes a good challenge to his wits. He keeps company with all sorts of races to see how they think and challenge minds foreign to his own.

History: Born in a small village he learned the ways of the warrior from his father. 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. 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. Bertram fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him; and he doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes

Ideals: Impeccable, Gifted, Fighting. Bonds: Military. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: 800 gp. Black pearl (800 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This western man wears light armors faded through time and improper care. His clothes are grease stained in places. He has moderate length dark red hair. His red eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: He is highly sensitive about his name. He loathes it, but will not take any guff about it from anyone. His philosophy is that everyone needs a friend and as such shows hospitality towards all.

History: He was born in the west, but his parents moved at a very young age to the north. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Body Guard hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. He left for the west, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: He feels the way he acts is they only way to get by in the world; and to reunite with his absent mother

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Sensitive. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Draws out vowels

Possessions: 500 gp. A roughly beaten golden orb (50 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (200 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This man wears a tattered pair of loose grey pants, a matching torn shirt, and a visible pair of similar condition same color briefs. He is muscular with a powerful set of arms. He has brown hair. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

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. His brief stint in the army gave him the idea he was invincible and that he is the toughest man alive.

History: He got into the Courier business at a young age. He was one of the best in his class, and was picked up by his current employer. He quickly showed his capability and was soon promoted to a head role. In the meantime he has taken over work as a Courier and occasionally as a mercenary.

Motivation: He has passion for adventuring and risk; and expand his business

Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Poor, Military, Job, Adventurer. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Sensual and smooth

Possessions: 1700 sp. 1 Half-Plate.

Description: A man with a calm yet intense air about him, he wears a black vest with golden trim over his white shirt. His brown leather gloves and pants are well-kept, and his black boots flare out at the collars. His chestnut hair is heavily combed to the right. His eyes are likewise brown.

Personality: He has always had a great fascination with Dwarven culture. He misses his home and complains about the freezing weather, even in summer.

History: Born in the south to a Marshal, Glûk learned a great deal about his father's area of expertise. 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 Marshal. He has never given up on his music dream.

Motivation: Several ex partners dislike his way of doing things and want revenge; and expand his business

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Racist. Bonds: Immigrant, Job, Enemies. Occupation: Marshal

Voice: Boston accent

Possessions: 30 gp. Jade (100 gp).