Description: His left side is far more bruised and cut up than his other. He is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. His hair is long and white with streaks of brown, and is pulled back with small tan clips. His beard is brown, braided, and well cared for. This gray eyed southerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: He is a Bather first and foremost. He believes firmly that knowledge should be universal. He pushes his goals aggressively. He is also a coward if confronted.

History: He was born several months after his mother was called into army service. His parents enrolled him in a Aristocrat school at a young age so that he could practice his druidic talents. He now owns his own business.

Motivation: He wants nothing more than to rejoin the army; and expand his business

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Fearful. Bonds: Job, Military. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Adds syll-ab-les for em-pha-sis

Possessions: 320 gp. 1 Simple lock.

Description: The light-skinned man stands 3'1" and very much looks the part of a Shipwright. His chestnut hair, when down, is lengthy. He tend to wears goggles to shield his eyes.

Personality: He is a very philanthropic person; he spends his free time working at various soup kitchens. Any perceived weakness will be pressed and exploited. He is seen as merciless and passionate.

History: Damien was born in the east. At a young age he loved to build and create. In his 18th year, while out on a day-trip, he returned to find his hometown burning and destroyed. He found his father impaled in their home, and his mother beheaded. He saw the man who walked out, and charged him in a blind rage. The man easily evaded and defeated him, leaving him to live broken and terrified. As of late he has set up a hidden staging nest where he ambushes people he hires for escort.

Motivation: He feels that his past leaves him morally obligated to help; and he feels threatened by others

Ideals: Philantrophist, Persistence. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Job, Criminal record. Occupation: Shipwright

Voice: Creaky witch voice

Possessions: 1400 gp. Carnelian (20 gp). Moss agate (16 gp). Jet (130 gp).

Description: She is in excellent shape and likes to wear blue tank tops with black skirt. Her hair is short and black. Her hazel eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: She is extraordinarily eccentric. Her brief stint in the army gave her the idea she was invincible and that she is the toughest woman alive.

History: Raised by wardens she was only a novice when illithids swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. She graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. She advanced relatively quickly due to her good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. She is untrained/undisciplined, which makes her dangerous.

Motivation: She wants revenge against illithids.

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Military, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Hunter

Voice: Can't modulate volume

Possessions: 4000 gp. Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (6000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (100 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (170 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (200 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (2000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A 2'10" eastern man, he is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. His golden hair is matted, messy, and big. His green eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: He is happy with his job as a Tanner. He turns his eye from what people do, preferring to live and let live. He has zero loyalty and will suck up to whomever is within range, in the hopes of being moved to a better position.

History: Born in the east his family was never financially stable. 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 then took over the family business and is one of the better Tanner for hire.

Motivation: He'd like to take his coworkers down a peg; and wants to open a new tavern

Flaws: Ugly, Fearful. Bonds: Job, Poor. Occupation: Tanner

Voice: Aggressive tone

Possessions: 2000 gp. Golden circlet with four aquamarines (5000 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (800 gp). Old masterpiece painting (2200 gp). A small bag of saffron. (100 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (800 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (3000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This man dresses in collared shirts and wears a proper scarf over his head. He has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized topaz on his left hand. His fur is short and red. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his copper eyes.

Personality: He goes out his way to put a smile on everyone's face. There's no-one he won't accept into his heart. He would rather hide behind his crafts than deal with other people.

History: He is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. He has had some formal music training, and achieved minor success. He leaves a trail of broken hearts and full pockets wherever he goes.

Motivation: He uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs.

Ideals: Optimist, Artistic. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Rich, Attractive. Occupation: Laborer

Voice: Thin and wheezing

Possessions: 7000 gp. An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (70 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (70 gp). Solid gold idol (1000 gp). A life-sized copper and silver statuette of a cockatrice. (40 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (300 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1000 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A moderately attractive man, he is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright violet and black, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. His hair is golden, silky, and of moderate length. His violet eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: He is a pretentious jerk insisting that modern society is full of problems and should revert to a simpler time. He is a great chef.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. As a young adult he joined a group advocating for an improvement in Half-Elven conditions. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: He is greedy.

Ideals: Gifted, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Antagonistic, Racist. Bonds: Rich, Attractive. Occupation: Spy

Voice: Excited and jittery

Possessions: 5000 gp. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: With brown face paint in a stripe pattern across her face, she prefers to wear the grand gowns of high society. She carries her fan with her everywhere and carries herself as the perfect lady. Her crest is greying and her face has many wrinkles. Her red eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: She is quiet and unassuming. She ignores others and carries on with her job unassumingly. She is a logical person and will generally grow upset if things defy logic and science.

History: A powerful slaver made her what she is. Dentratha abandoned her home at a very young age, living in the fields and plains. She survived everyday through hunting and stealing from passersby. She did whatever it took for her to survive. She has drifted apart from her friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature bastard sword.

Motivation: Money/treasure.

Ideals: Logical. Bonds: Rich, Job, Mentor, Adventurer. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: French accent

Possessions: 1600 gp. Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (500 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: She dresses well, wearing blue shirts, loose pants, and blazers most of the time. Her skin is fair and her fingers are delicate and long. She has slicked back brown hair. Her hazel eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. She has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: She seems absolutely devoid of it. She stares off into space and will respond with overly literal and minimalist answers to questions. She has a habit of throwing herself into exceedingly dangerous situations.

History: From birth she was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. From her teen years she was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on her. Unlike her family, who was content to work in a sleepy main town, she wanted to work in the city. She has been working here for the past few years.

Motivation: She is content.

Flaws: Addict, Mundane, Impulsive. Bonds: Attractive, Mentor. Occupation: Seamstress

Voice: Irish accent

Possessions: 130 pp.

Description: She is a small woman, but exceptionally fit. She wears a weathered and beat up set of banded mail beneath an oversized brown coat. She has moderate length black hair. Her green eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: Her tongue was cut out and she uses sign language. Around other people she will do her best to conceal her emotions and appear jolly.

History: She was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. When she came of age, she joined a caravan that would eventually take her to the capital. She would practice along the way and, when she arrived, be apprenticed to a Shepherd. She inherited the family business which she has now maintained for 15 years.

Motivation: To be a Guard again.

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Disease, Shy. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Draws out vowels

Possessions: Carnelian (80 gp). Malachite (4 gp). Amethyst (130 gp). Black pearl (1100 gp). Hematite (4 gp). Deep blue spinel (1100 gp). Violet garnet (1100 gp). Lapis lazuli (4 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (4 gp). Golden pearl (130 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.