Description: A thin man, he clearly needs to put on some weight, but he still has a lot of muscle. He prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for his hunting needs. He keeps his long gold crest kept up in a rat tail. His skin is flawless and his red eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: He seems absolutely devoid of it. He stares off into space and will respond with overly literal and minimalist answers to questions. He is kind towards other men and children and will generally offer men help without question. Others will generally need to prove themselves to him.

History: He was born in the south. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He left for the south, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often.

Ideals: Athletic, Philantrophist. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Immigrant. Occupation: Actor

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: 40000 sp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He wears a suit in poor condition. It has not been laundered in sometime and has been worn in activities one would not normally wear a suit during. He carries a battered nunchaku and tarnished spear as well. He wears his cinnamon fur down. His thin eyebrows rest above his beady yellow eyes.

Personality: He is a man who does what he needs to. He will acquiesce to black mail and extortion to avoid trouble. His home and work are filled with various knick knacks he has acquired through the years. He cares a great deal for his adopted teenage daughter.

History: He was born to a criminal king-pin and mafia family Art 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 spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and he feels that his past leaves him morally obligated to help

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Adventurer, Criminal record, Family. Occupation: Miller

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (900 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he wears rags and sports a simple walking cane. His crest is silver, silky, and of moderate length. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his red eyes.

Personality: He is irritable and easily angered. He is a bit of a bully and is not afraid to use his stature and powers to intimidate and hurt. As he has aged he has sought to do reparations for his actions as a youth. He is also making sure that his compatriots who never received punishment for their crimes are brought to justice.

History: He was a bastard born out of an affair, and his father always resented and mistreated him for it out of spite. Mreksh liked to wander the woods near his home when he was young, something he still likes to do at least once a week. He never liked modest clothing or shoes, so he would wander the woods barefoot and lightly dressed, and he developed a good sense of balance and learned how to climb and swim well. After a long history of fighting, Mreksh and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: He is being blackmailed/forced/etc and this influences his actions.

Ideals: Justice. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Poor, Attractive, Criminal record, Nature. Occupation: Spy

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 40 pp. Carnelian (70 gp). Eye agate (11 gp). Obsidian (11 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: 6'5" and muscular, this northern woman dresses well, typically a more casual-formal manner. Her crest is green and very short. Her red eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: A grumpy gal she will invite people to lunch so she can critique them. Yet she still seems generally likeable, like a lovable grump. She works hard and plays hard.

History: She was a bastard born out of an affair, and her father always resented and mistreated her for it out of spite. She was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. She never won. She used her abilities to travel the world and help people.

Motivation: She is currently in port desperately looking for someone to get her out; and she's repulsed by the pc

Ideals: Athletic, Philantrophist. Flaws: Antagonistic, Hedonist. Bonds: Attractive. Occupation: Bellfounder

Voice: Speaks with lower jaw sticking out

Possessions: 900 gp. Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1600 gp). A small bag of saffron. (100 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is an average looking northern male in his early mid-life. He wears a well pressed and immaculate suit (or dress). His purple hair is matted, messy, and big. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: This man loves music and to teach people music more than just about anything. He loves teas. He is very sensitive about his face. To blow off anger he lifts weights and to control his otherwise explosive temper he works out a lot.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. He took after his father in leading caravans. Because they were valued, his father taught him to defend himself. When his father died while fighting illithids, the young Morthos began to lead the lost caravan. He now has a substantial network of resources ranging from contacts to ships to peers.

Motivation: A deep hatred of illithids; and to fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever

Ideals: Artistic, Fighting, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Enemies. Occupation: Priest

Voice: Eastern European accent

Possessions: 5000 sp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Relatively heavier built than your average man, he is not imposing. He wears a lot of dark rich colors, with gold accents. His long red crest is drawn into a two foot long braid. His eyes are gold.

Personality: While he is on the job, he is grim and serious. He understands how dangerous the world is and the need to stay safe. He is stubborn though. He always likes to keep a trick up his sleeve. He likes to fight dirty and will kick and punch below the belt if he feels he even has a chance of losing.

History: Tarhun was born with his mother's beautiful face. He worked as a nervous Doctor and found it very stressful. He got money to start a business from the gang present in town. He is greatly indebted to them.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Logical. Bonds: Attractive, Criminal record, Job, Debt. Occupation: Doctor

Voice: Posh accent

Possessions: An elaborate, whalebone scrimshaw carving of intertwined orbs, each showing the legend of creation story (80 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (400 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (400 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1300 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1300 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1100 gp).

Description: He has a missing right arm. He wears light armors faded through time and improper care. He has done his best to style his white hair to look like a famous performer. He has several tiny emerald earrings on each ear.

Personality: Thamuz is depressed about a lot of things. He tends to be a nihilist. He uses divination through singing.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. 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. He knows his nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but him.

Motivation: He loathes his own lifestyle; and he has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Depressed. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Booming voice

Possessions: 200 gp.