Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he wears a brown coat over a tan low-cut shirt, and a deerstalker hat upon his head. His tied-back hair is golden. His gray eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: Heward hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate him. It was this clingy personality that held back his writing career. 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 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. 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. Heward fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: He is a bit of a kleptomaniac; and seeks redemption

Ideals: Artistic, Fighting. Bonds: In love, Military, Criminal record. Occupation: Carpenter

Voice: Dutch accent

Possessions: 90 pp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Dark and lean, she is a relatively plain woman. She has a large tan mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into her blue robe. She keeps her red hair in a flapper bob. Her gray eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. She has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: She trusts no one. She is not readily capable for forgiveness and her ire never leaves her. She enjoys reading and quiet.

History: From birth she was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. Cursed with vampirism at a very young age, Panana has worked very hard to control her curse. She's since become an addict/alcoholic.

Motivation: She's repulsed by the PC; and find a way to reverse the transformation of her brother

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Addict, Antagonistic, Disease. Bonds: Mentor. Occupation: Mayor

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 400 sp.

Description: A man with a friendly, welcoming air about him, he is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. His fur, while still mostly gray, has prominent grey streaks. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: Here is a man who knows he is the smartest in the room. He talks down to others constantly. He loves being with his children and actually smiles when they are around. He would do anything for them. He dislikes his ex a great deal.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Tricking grew up listening to his mother's many stories. His mother had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. 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: Expand his business; and he desires power and/or immortality

Ideals: Impeccable. Bonds: Family, Adventurer, Rich, Job. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Smoker's lung

Possessions: 300 pp. White pearl (90 gp). Sard (80 gp). Black star sapphire (1000 gp).

Description: This western man wears tight fighting clothing, which leaves very little to the imagination. His clothes are grease stained in places. His hair is greying and his face has many wrinkles. His green eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: He has a very dry and sarcastic sense of humor. He is not one for noise or eating so much, which is in direct contrast with his big mouthed big gutted partner. His partner is his best friend in the world. The two are very close despite being more or less each other's opposites. 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: Born in a small village he learned the ways of the warrior from his mother. A few years later when the south was not economically sound they moved to his current location. He has became unsatisfied with his lot in life, and decided to take up adventuring.

Motivation: He has passion for adventuring and risk; and to reunite with his old friends

Ideals: Fighting. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant, Adventurer, In love. Occupation: Bellfounder

Voice: Draws out vowels

Possessions: 900 gp. Black pearl (600 gp). Red-brown spinel (110 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.