Description: He is an exceptionally muscular looking northern young adult. He is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. Beneath his clothing is a huge mess of scar tissue. He has dyed his greying red hair a little too much giving a sharp red color. His eyes are white.

Personality: He hates dire rats. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. He is a bit of a macho man and will challenge people to random contests of strength and skill, and invite them to random hunting and fishing trip.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Akmen grew up listening to his mother's many stories. His homeland was ravaged by war and he spent much of his life rebuilding it. 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: Someone believes him a fraud; and he has passion for adventuring and risk

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: PTSD. Bonds: Slave, Enemies, Nature, Adventurer. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Low and grunting

Possessions: 8000 gp. Carnelian (40 gp). Bloodstone (40 gp). Aquamarine (1300 gp). Onyx (40 gp). Deep blue spinel (1300 gp). Iolite (40 gp). Deep blue spinel (1300 gp). Tourmaline (110 gp). Star rose quartz (40 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1300 gp). Chrysoberyl (110 gp). Coral (110 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1300 gp). Red spinel (110 gp). Rose (40 gp). Onyx (40 gp). Chrysoprase (40 gp). Rock crystal (40 gp). Blue star sapphire (1300 gp). Peridot (40 gp). Aquamarine (1300 gp). Hematite (5 gp). Blue star sapphire (1300 gp). Deep blue spinel (1300 gp). Moss agate (5 gp). Rock crystal (40 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This late middle aged woman wears well tailored gowns and hats with beautiful decoration. She is almost always dressed for an outing in high society and is in decent physical shape. Her chestnut hair is wavy and long. Her brown eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: She fancies herself a trickster and likes to rely on her wits to carry the day. She cares for her older siblings and likes to be recognized by them. When she's not drinking or sleeping the drinks off, she's doing painting.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious western family, she was no stranger to responsibility. She sought a place where she would be rewarded solely on the merits of her skills. This search led her directly into Jeweler work with an outfit from a few towns over. Jeweler work suited her well, and with each successful project, she earned more gold and more respect from her peers. She has achieved small success as a Jeweler.

Motivation: She is compelled to act according to her religious beliefs.

Ideals: Artistic. Bonds: Rich, Family, Religious, Job. Occupation: Jeweler

Voice: Thin and wheezing

Possessions: 2000 sp. Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (600 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (5000 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (100 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (5000 gp). A delicate brass dragon egg (70 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (600 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: She wears a white tunic with brown highlights, and long violet pants that bunch up around her shoes. Her hair is long and blonde with streaks of auburn, and is pulled back with small white clips. She has a dull look in her brown eyes.

Personality: She is unhospitable to her core. Her small house has "No trespassing" Signs all over it. Her brief stint in the army gave her the idea she was invincible and that she is the toughest woman alive.

History: She was raised in a plains tribe. She graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. She advanced relatively quickly due to her good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. She now travels the world, in search of power and loot.

Motivation: She wants to meet her childhood hero.

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Military, Nature, Adventurer. Occupation: Glassblower

Voice: Squeaky

Possessions: 1000 gp. Moonstone (70 gp). Red-brown spinel (110 gp). Eye agate (10 gp). Rose (70 gp). Aquamarine (700 gp). Deep blue spinel (700 gp).

Description: This petite short woman is perpetually holding a beer of some kind. She wears dark leathers with embroidery, marred by beers. She has slicked back blonde hair. Her face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: She can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. She receives visions of the future at random moments

History: Raised by wardens she was only a novice when illithids swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. Ostracized due to the psionic powers of her oldest brother, she and her siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Half-Orcs became a terror of the countryside. She was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Revenge; and many illithids want her driven away

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Shoemaker

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: 4000 sp. Onyx (60 gp). Rich purple corundum (1300 gp). 1 Simple lock. 1 Magnifying glass. 1 Spyglass.

Description: He likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. His skin is fair and his fingers are delicate and long. He wears his silver hair up. His half smiles and violet eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: He barks his statements quickly and with little fuss. He prefers small words and is at his heart utilitarian. He has a hair trigger and will fly into rage over the tiniest perceived slights.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when orcs swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. In his 10th year, his parents were killed by a orcs raid, leaving Thomas alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, he was adopted. Days after completing his studies, news broke out that his hometown was attacked by orcs. Thomas was horrified and prayed that his mother was alright. However, he heard that his mother had died fighting off the orcs.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs; and several ex partners dislike his way of doing things and want revenge

Flaws: Terse, Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Pirate accent

Possessions: 2100 sp. Coral (150 gp). Red spinel (150 gp). 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.