Description: A pudgy man standing about 5'11" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He wears a robe, a symbol of his god around his neck, and a ceremonial dagger on his belt. He has a small bristly mustache and wavy blonde hair. His skin is flawless and his hazel eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: He is a pretentious jerk insisting that modern society is full of problems and should revert to a simpler time. He always tries to repair and not replace. It was this mentality that drove him into the Mortician business.

History: He was born into a rich family. He inherited a moderately successful company from his mother. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. Recently a tribe of dire rats attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Ernest fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and he has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Fighting, Persistence. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Rich. Occupation: Mortician

Voice: Speaks with lower jaw sticking out

Possessions: 2000 gp. Onyx (40 gp). Zircon (40 gp). Golden yellow topaz (200 gp). Deep green spinel (100 gp). Alexandrite (200 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. He dresses like a well dressed Server does. His long chestnut hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. His eyes are brown and beady.

Personality: Prone to second guessing himself, he comes off as nervous. He seeks to pay back kindness whenever he gets the chance. Whether it be in the form of unwanted serenades or the latest gossip he always seeks to do solids for his friends.

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Galinndan was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Server work with an outfit from a few towns over. Server work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He has worked as a Server like his father before him.

Motivation: He'd like to take his coworkers down a peg.

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Job, Mentor. Occupation: Server

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: An older woman who wears many layers of old clothing at all times, she is not a threatening figure. She has a very tight haircut. Her eyes are brown and catlike.

Personality: She tends to agree with only herself unless someone else's opinion sounds like she can profit from it. She tries to control her temper but she can't always stop herself from what she feels what must be done. She has all her life been fascinated with music.

History: The child of northern immigrants she idolized her mother. She was part of a huge silver rush, which was taken over by a mining company. The company confiscated a lot of silver, but the shipment was lost. Lacking all sense, she decided to go on an adventure. She picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: She has passion for adventuring and risk; and meet up once more with her childhood friend

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant, Adventurer. Occupation: Fortune-teller

Voice: Low and grunting

Possessions: 230 gp.

Description: A man with a warm, jovial air about him, he wears baggy black pantaloons and a white scarf. His long golden hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. He is missing an eye and his face is severely sunburned. His one remaining eye shines amber.

Personality: Calm and collected, he is a well trained Laborer. He is a logical person and will generally grow upset if things defy logic and science.

History: He is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. His parents divorced when he was young, and his father gained full cudstody. He was regularly beaten by his father, who blamed him for driving them apart. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor; and he is unsatisfied with his job

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Job, Rich. Occupation: Laborer

Voice: Creaky witch voice

Possessions: 12000 sp. Hematite (16 gp).

Description: He prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for his hunting needs. His skin is fair and his fingers are delicate and long. His blonde hair has been sun bleached extensively. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are brown.

Personality: He is mildly Gnome supremacist, though he does not identify as such. More though he will beg to come along on any journeys. He will attempt to stowaway on any ship he can in the hopes that it will get him further away.

History: He comes from a rich northern family. He moved from fad to fad and when he turned 15 he discovered painting. He's since become an addict/alcoholic.

Motivation: He wants revenge against illithids; and he is greedy

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Racist, Addict. Bonds: Rich, Slave, Enemies. Occupation: Fisher

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: 4000 sp. Aquamarine (300 gp). Tourmaline (110 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (13 gp). 1 Minor magic item.