Description: This man wears a tight fitting black shirt and pants. He has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized amethyst on his right hand. His brown hair is kept up in a ponytail inside a feathered hat. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: While he acts the brute, he is far gentler than he would appear. He is a logical person and will generally grow upset if things defy logic and science.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep; and money/treasure

Ideals: Fighting, Logical. Flaws: Insomniac, Disease. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Navigator

Voice: Low and grunting

Possessions: 500 gp. Rhodochrosite (6 gp). Deep blue spinel (900 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: She likes to wear ponchos typically of a light black in addition to tight pants. She is portly but not overly obese. Her moppish red hair is in a traditional bowl cut. Her fierce blue eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: She loves telling others what to do and how they should feel about things. She is accommodating to her spouse and as such limits her hospitality. She is brave and levelheaded in the face of danger and has proven herself a capable leader.

History: Born in a small village she learned the ways of the warrior from her mother. She went to a religious school and was inspired by the priests there in charitable deeds. Recently a tribe of brigands attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Ekk fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: Expand her business; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Opinionated, Fighting. Bonds: In love, Religious, Job. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Gruff and masculine

Possessions: 4000 sp.

Description: 6'4" and muscular, this southern man is wearing a long, grey cloak. His golden hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. His amber eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: He is a very happy person and has lots of energy. To put it simply, he's a very lovable idiot. He has a minor phobia of water and hates getting wet.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. His family was turned out during the war. He and his family wandered south to less war torn lands. Since then, he has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: A deep hatred of gnolls; and wants to have a good time and be beloved

Ideals: Athletic, Optimist. Flaws: Fearful, PTSD. Bonds: Poor, Enemies. Occupation: Doctor

Voice: Posh accent

Possessions: 700 sp.

Description: This northern man is abnormally tall. He wears a simple burlap shirt and baggy pants. He conceals his rapier with his veritable burlap sack of a shirt. His whole body is exceptionally muscular. His dark red hair is lengthy and is close to two feet long. His red eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: This man loves dancing and to teach people dancing more than just about anything. He is however nostalgic and wants to reunite with his old comrades. He has some compunction and patriotism and will work for the government before all other clients.

History: He was a bastard born out of an affair, and his mother always resented and mistreated him for it out of spite. A few years later when the south was not economically sound they moved to his current location. He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: He desires power and/or immortality; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Immigrant, Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Weaver

Voice: Complex vocabulary, royal

Possessions: 170 pp.