Description: He is a physically imposing light-skinned man. He is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down. He has shaved his head bald. He is very pretty but has cold, dead eyes.

Personality: He shows great sympathy to all travelers. He's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. Around other people he will do his best to conceal his emotions and appear jolly.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. He was taken from his home at a very young age. He remains aloof and afraid to be himself due to all the ideals others have placed upon him.

Motivation: He is currently in port desperately looking for someone to get him out.

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Poor, Slave. Occupation: Barrister

Voice: Prounounces S like Z

Possessions: Pink pearl (70 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (800 gp). Obsidian (10 gp). Golden pearl (70 gp).

Description: His right thumb is blackened and bruised, but otherwise he appears quite healthy. He wears a large hat to cast shadows over his face and wears ponchos to better hide his body. He keeps his black hair in a flapper bob. His amber eyes peer out from beneath his Stetson white hat.

Personality: He hates gnolls. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. He tends to be very friendly, and is drawn to music, the smells of food and wine, and out-door festivals.

History: He was born into a rich family. His parents were killed by gnolls in a raid when he was still a young child. The gnolls captured him, and made him a slave and general play-thing. He was beaten and tortured regularly, leading to his deformed appearance. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to gnolls demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: He wants revenge against gnolls; and to reunite with his old friends

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Enemies, Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Layabout

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: 1700 sp. Silver comb with moonstones (200 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (600 gp).

Description: This western woman's face is deformed and paralyzed on one side. As such, she slurs her words together. She prefers to wear white clothing when she does not wear armor. Her hair is chestnut and curly. Her eyes are gray 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 a minor phobia of water and hates getting wet.

History: She was born several months after her father was called into army service. When Trym reached her early adolescence her Halfling father passed away. Feeling disconnected from the small nearby village afterwards, she decided to travel. Her rounds led her into the Army with a few individuals who would become her life-long companions. When she grew older, she became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. She began work as a mercenary for hire. She would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and to be a fortune-teller again

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Fearful. Bonds: Military, Adventurer, Job. Occupation: Knight

Voice: Italian accent

Possessions: 200 gp. Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (70 gp). Solid gold idol (1200 gp).

Description: This woman is dressed in an above average manner, and sports empty pouches on her belt. She has a very tight haircut. Her half smiles and brown eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: She considers herself a woman of culture and sophistication. She likes a good challenge to her wits. She has a minor phobia of water and hates getting wet.

History: A studious child she never was much for a social life, not because she was unlikable, but because she did not seek it out. A gifted student she started as a Locksmith, but she got bored and became a Adventurer. She became a Adventurer soon after.

Motivation: She'd like to take her coworkers down a peg.

Ideals: Impeccable, Gifted. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Job. Occupation: Adventurer

Voice: Pronounces difficult words wrong

Possessions: 1200 gp. Rich purple corundum (1200 gp).

Description: This man is tall and muscular. He wears tight fitting clothing which further accentuates his frame. He wears his red fur up. This blue eyed westerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: He likes to brag about his accomplishments and constantly tries to beat others to the punch. He has a taste for the finer things and spends a great deal of money on luxuries, some more exotic than others.

History: His necromantic talent manifested at a young age. Aiming to upstage a rival house, his parents had him trained. Ostracized due to the necromantic powers of his oldest brother, he and his siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Tabaxis became a terror of the countryside. He has worked as a Banker like his father before him.

Motivation: He'd like to take his coworkers down a peg; and he uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs

Ideals: Athletic, Passionate, Gifted. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Job. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Italian accent

Possessions: 1800 gp. Silver comb with moonstones (300 gp). Jeweled anklet (2000 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (800 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.