Description: A hulking man with gigantic muscles, he wears a shirt that is too small, which lets his gut show, with a ratty tan coat over it. He wears his hair in dreadlocks. His amber eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: His voice, at times compared to that of a Nymph, lambasts those who consider themselves "civilized" with snide, belittling remarks; the subtle growl he speaks with growing louder in doing so, one can find it most pronounced, despite the otherwise natural purity of his tone. 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: Born to a Body Guard, his father struggled to pay the bills. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He now spends his time doing works of charity.

Motivation: He feels kind of lost in life.

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly, Cynical, Depressed. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Priest

Voice: Loud with bravado

Possessions: 2400 sp. Deep green spinel (60 gp). Sard (30 gp).

Description: This man is tall and muscular. He wears professional attire. His chestnut hair is slicked back into a classic pompadour. He has several tiny aquamarine earrings on each ear.

Personality: He dislikes all the random violence that takes place in the south. He tends to be very friendly, and is drawn to music, the smells of food and wine, and out-door festivals.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his father and mother. His father taught him the rudiments of the Dyer arts, while his mother instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and he uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs

Ideals: Athletic, Pacifist, Optimist. Bonds: Attractive, Rich. Occupation: Dyer

Voice: Squeaky

Possessions: 40000 cp. Amber (150 gp). Alexandrite (1100 gp). Moss agate (15 gp).

Description: This woman wears a robe, a symbol of luck around her neck, and a hand crossbow on her belt. She has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized emerald on her right hand. Her long auburn hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. Her eyes are a pleasant brown.

Personality: Stoic and calm, she prefers to meditate than take action. She believes the world needs to unite to get rid of illithids once and for all.

History: She was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. She took after her father in leading caravans. Because they were valued, her father taught her to defend herself. When her father died while fighting illithids, the young Nikki began to lead the lost caravan. She knows her nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but her.

Motivation: Someone believes her a fraud.

Ideals: Fighting, Disciplined, Entrepeneur. Bonds: Rich, Enemies. Occupation: Scribe

Voice: Pronounces 'its' and 'is' like 'eats' and 'ease'

Possessions: 60 pp.

Description: He does not wear sleeves and tends to eschew shirts when he can avoid it. He cuts an attractive figure and his suit of old armor is well cared for even if it is obsolete. His long brown hair reaches down to his waist. His eyes are likewise gray.

Personality: He considers himself the perfect gentleman. He makes a point to always show proper etiquette and frequently critiques the etiquette of others. He is an amazing painter.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Halander grew up listening to his father's many stories. After coming to the age of reason, Halander took it upon himself to study the psionic arts in their entirety; because of this, he was labeled a dark omen and banished from his homeland. He has drifted apart from his friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature sai.

Motivation: Meet up once more with his childhood friend.

Ideals: Impeccable, Gifted. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer. Occupation: Bellfounder

Voice: Speaks fast with a slight lisp

Possessions: 300 pp. Embroidered and bejeweled glove (1000 gp). Carved bone or ivory statuette (30 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1100 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (500 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He wears many layers of old clothing at all times, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 2'11" when asserting himself. His red hair is unkempt and raggedy. His eyes are a pleasant hazel.

Personality: A grumpy guy he will invite people to lunch so he can critique them. Yet he still seems generally likeable, like a lovable grump. His actions favor neither the good nor the evil, as he answers to a power that mortal men fail to acknowledge.

History: He was raised in a white middle class family as the only child. He went to a religious school and was inspired by the priests there in charitable deeds. He used his abilities to travel the world and help people.

Motivation: To end his boredom.

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Mundane. Bonds: Poor, Religious. Occupation: Sailor

Voice: Soothing and warm

Possessions: 8000 gp. Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (150 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (800 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2300 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (800 gp). Jeweled gold crown (8000 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (2300 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2300 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (300 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (3000 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (300 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). Silver ewer (40 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (8000 gp). Old masterpiece painting (2300 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (3000 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (150 gp). Solid gold idol (800 gp). Jeweled gold crown (8000 gp).

Description: A middle-aged man, he wears suspenders and blue workpants. His shirt is tan, and he wears a heavy blue leather apron most of the time, and is pretty ugly. His brown hair is knotted and matted. His eyes are likewise gray. His teeth are yellowed and unaligned.

Personality: He considers himself a man of culture and sophistication. He likes a good challenge to his wits. Flattery will make him almost putty in your hands.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and money/treasure

Ideals: Impeccable, Logical. Flaws: Ugly, Selfish. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Cook

Voice: Squeaky

Possessions: 800 pp. Golden yellow topaz (800 gp). Onyx (40 gp).

Description: She is of a modest build and height, but she carries herself more imposing than she is. She is dressed in a clean tan cloak covering her clean studded leather. She sports a flattop hair cut. Her gray eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: Friendly and accommodating she would invite many more into her home than her spouse would be comfortable with if they did not express concern about it. She is harsh and unforgiving.

History: Her history is one of pain. She was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves her parents kept. Her homeland was ravaged by war and she spent much of her life rebuilding it. After a long history of fighting, Anastrianna and her spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: Revenge; and someone believes her a fraud

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Antagonistic, PTSD. Bonds: Slave, Enemies. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: This woman is wearing colorful clothing, dressed as a Body Guard. She has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized emerald on her right hand. Her beige fur, when down, is lengthy. She is very pretty but has cold, dead eyes.

Personality: She will use flattery and sarcasm to attack and weaken her opponents. Despite her formidable combat skills she remains a coward. She also hits on women, regardless of circumstances.

History: She was born several months after her father was called into army service. In her youth she was a Animal Trainer, and wanted to be a champion fighter when she grew up. She was working during a period of war, and as one of the natives she lived in fear of joining the others in being slaughtered. She saw the brutality and swore off her fighting aspirations, taking her younger sister on her back after seeing her parents die, and fled the country. She knows her nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but her.

Motivation: She wants to get laid; and wants her loneliness to end

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: PTSD. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Has a crush, Military. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Dutch accent

Possessions: 800 gp. Golden yellow topaz (1500 gp). Violet garnet (1500 gp). Star ruby (700 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A man with a friendly, welcoming air about him, he does not wear sleeves and tends to eschew shirts when he can avoid it. His black hair is kept up in a ponytail inside a feathered hat. He was beautiful and young once, which still shows through his age, but it is a faded beauty.

Personality: Overbrimming with self-confidence, Morkral isn't afraid of most anything. He has a strong dislike to people who do not believe in Dwarven unity. He is underhanded and not above using his wealth and body to get others to do his bidding.

History: Morkral was born with his mother's beautiful face. In his formative years he discovered how persuasive he was. He began using that to his advantage selling useless wares at inflated prices. When he grew older, he became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. He began work as a mercenary for hire. He would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: He has a rivalry with the Church that dominates his actions; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Impeccable, Entrepeneur. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer, Religious. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Old Prospector

Possessions: 1 Masterwork Common Melee.