Description: A middle-aged man, he wears light armors faded through time and improper care, and is pretty ugly. His tied-back hair is silver. He has gray eyes and a tan hat with a blue feather.

Personality: He is quite gentle and does not know the full extent of his strength. He works very hard to maintain that gentleness. 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: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Varis was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. He dropped out of school before completing his studies. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He is currently in port desperately looking for someone to get him out; and he doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes

Ideals: Disciplined. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Slave, Mentor. Occupation: Sailor

Voice: Low rumbling, strings words together

Possessions: 7000 cp.

Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He wears a white costume with the symbols of death on his torso. He sports a flattop hair cut. His blue eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: He is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as he rather likes the sound of his voice. His demeanor is somewhat feminine. He disdains his fellow easterners, claiming they make him look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: When he was but 5 years old his parents immigrated from the east. His mother was a soldier and died while he was still young. Hobart was left his mother's suit of armor and trained in its use and care. He was always very intelligent and has formed a secret society of freemasons.

Motivation: To unite with his brother; and marry his brother to traveling adventurers

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Secretive. Bonds: Immigrant, Military, Family. Occupation: Brewer

Voice: Farmer accent

Possessions: 400 gp. Alexandrite (1500 gp). Alexandrite (1500 gp). Hematite (11 gp). Black pearl (1500 gp).

Description: Her left thumb is blackened and bruised, but otherwise she appears quite healthy. She wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. She has a very tight haircut. Her face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. Her spectacle hidden eyes are a deep hazel.

Personality: She loves justice and goodness and right action. Anyone who does not fulfill this criteria perfectly will no doubt get a lecture from her. She is the most sanctimonious self-righteous Human in existence. She misses her home and complains about the freezing weather, even in summer.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious eastern family, she was no stranger to responsibility. Her father disappeared, and while she tried to raise money to find her father, she was betrayed dozens of times. She has made many enemies by not giving into corruption and outing many instances of it.

Motivation: Marry her brother to traveling adventurers.

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Justice. Bonds: Immigrant, Religious, Family. Occupation: Healer

Voice: Speaks fast with a slight lisp

Possessions: 70 gp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: An older woman who is wearing a long, black cloak, she is not a threatening figure. Her blue hair is knotted and matted. She wears an eyepatch.

Personality: Purah speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. She is clearly well-traveled and educated. Animals are drawn to her, and she is able to talk to them.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious eastern 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 Marshal work with an outfit from a few towns over. Marshal work suited her well, and with each successful project, she earned more gold and more respect from her peers. She tends to her Marshal job now, and dutifully fulfills any obligations she has.

Motivation: She has money and likes to spend it; and expand her business

Ideals: Impeccable, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Religious, Job, Rich. Occupation: Marshal

Voice: Speaks fast with a slight lisp

Possessions: 1200 gp. Onyx (30 gp). Aquamarine (1300 gp). Black pearl (1300 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Relatively heavier built than your average man, he is not imposing. He wears a tan vest with golden trim over his white shirt. His black leather gloves and pants are well-kept, and his tan boots flare out at the collars. He has a small bristly mustache and wavy white hair. His gray eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: In the realm of puns, he cannot help himself. He feels obliged to make them. He is lazy, self-centered, vain, and jealous.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Dabbledob grew up listening to his mother's many stories. He always admired psionic-users and wanted to develop the talent, but never had the affinity for it. He is searching for what he claims is his rightful reward.

Motivation: His name or reputation has been wronged in the past by dire rats, and he desires to right it; and he wants revenge against dire rats

Ideals: Joker, Gifted. Flaws: Selfish. Bonds: Adventurer, Enemies. Occupation: Baker

Voice: High pitched, excited

Possessions: 400 gp. Jet (70 gp). Bloodstone (40 gp). Rock crystal (40 gp). 1 Superior lock. 1 Healer’s kit. 1 Masterwork Thieves’ tools.