Description: Her left thumb is blackened and bruised, but otherwise she appears quite healthy. She is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers her face most of the time. Her silver hair, when down, is lengthy. Her blue eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: She can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. She dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. Her biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: She was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of her parents. A gypsy cursed her at a young age, leading to her ugly appearance. She moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: A deep hatred of drow; and someone believes her a fraud

Ideals: Gifted, Logical. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Immigrant, Enemies. Occupation: Engraver

Voice: Soothing and warm

Possessions: 150 gp. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.

Description: He is a pot bellied eastern man with a big hulking figure and broad shoulders. He wears baggy brown pantaloons and a pastel scarf. His fur is orange and curly. He has blue eyes and a brown hat with a pastel feather.

Personality: He is very quiet and rarely speaks above a whisper. He has a habit of throwing himself into exceedingly dangerous situations.

History: Heir to a fortune, his parents put a great deal of effort into curing his disease. 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: Wants to work out more often; and he has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Shy, Impulsive, Disease. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Carter

Voice: Speaks with lower jaw sticking out

Possessions: 130 gp.

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. She is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. She has moderate length white hair. Her otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: She is a pretentious jerk insisting that modern society is full of problems and should revert to a simpler time. She cannot deal with unfamiliar people for more than a few minutes at a time and if they persist she will grow angry at them.

History: Jasmine hails from a village terrorized by brigands. In her 15th year, her parents were killed by a brigands raid, leaving Jasmine alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, she was adopted. She has dedicated herself to building a better world.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and she wants to meet her childhood hero

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Enemies, Adventurer, Rich. Occupation: Laborer

Voice: French accent

Possessions: 6000 sp. Rose (20 gp). Carnelian (20 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: His skin has the orange glow of too much sun. He is generally shirtless and showing off his tattooed chest. With a patchy brown beard and wild brown hair. His face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. His spectacle hidden eyes are a deep blue.

Personality: He does not care much for physical appearances, nor does he care much for other people. He does however care about what he wants and getting it. He is obsessed with finding treasure.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Aelar grew up listening to his mother's many stories. He was one of the best in his class, and was picked up by his current employer. He quickly showed his capability and was soon promoted to a head role. He now has a substantial network of resources ranging from contacts to ships to peers.

Motivation: His name or reputation has been wronged in the past by dire rats, and he desires to right it; and to be a armorer again

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Adventurer, Job, Enemies. Occupation: Marshal

Voice: Whispers

Possessions: 80000 cp. Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp).

Description: This man wears a tight fitting brown shirt and pants, and sports empty pouches on his belt. His hair is long and chestnut with streaks of auburn, and is pulled back with small brown clips. His beard is auburn, braided, and well cared for. His violet unseeing eyes seem to look past you.

Personality: He is a Mayor first and foremost. He believes firmly that knowledge should be universal. He has the money to obtain near anything and knows that if you pay a man enough he will sell his own mother. Money is his most trusted friend.

History: Thorin was raised in a hard working conservative environment. Thorin abandoned his home at a very young age, living in the fields and plains. He survived everyday through hunting and stealing from passersby. He did whatever it took for him to survive. He remains aloof and afraid to be himself due to all the ideals others have placed upon him.

Motivation: He has passion for adventuring and risk; and expand his business

Flaws: Disease, Shy. Bonds: Job, Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Mayor

Voice: Sighs a lot, exhausted

Possessions: 100 sp. 1 Darkwood Shield.