Description: 4'4" and muscular, this northern man wears a lot of dark rich colors, with gold accents. He has a long black beard with little hanging trinkets. His voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: He is quiet and unassuming. He ignores others and carries on with his job unassumingly. His respect, as difficult as one would find it to earn, is unwavering; those who more than prove themselves to him, a bar set well above any reasonable standard, he tolerates in varying degrees. Though less modest and more hasty in his reactions to snap at those who irritate him, Barendd is combative with any and all who dare try his patience in the slightest.

History: Born in the north to a Seamstress, Barendd learned a great deal about his father's area of expertise. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Seamstress work with an outfit from a few towns over. Seamstress work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He became a Seamstress soon after.

Motivation: He'd like to take his coworkers down a peg; and wants to work out more often

Ideals: Athletic, Justice. Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Attractive, Job. Occupation: Seamstress

Voice: Loud with bravado

Possessions: 100 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This slender man stands about 6'1". He dresses well, typically a more casual-formal manner. He has green crest. His gold eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: He acts crazy and hedonistic. He is cautious and jumpy. He reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

History: He served in the navy to pay for his family's outstanding loans. From there he went from mercenary job to mercenary job. He has drifted apart from his friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature lance.

Motivation: He wants to meet his childhood hero; and he is terrified, and will act out of fear

Flaws: Hedonist, Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Military, Adventurer. Occupation: Cartwright

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 900 gp. Blue sapphire (400 gp). Black pearl (1500 gp). Emerald (400 gp). Deep green spinel (110 gp). Smoky quartz (80 gp). Blue quartz (5 gp). Black pearl (1500 gp). Pink pearl (110 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He wears a pastel shirt with thin brown vertical stripes and blue pants. He has a moderate pudge and is not very fit. He has wavy gray fur. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: His tongue was cut out and he uses sign language. He has zero loyalty and will suck up to whomever is within range, in the hopes of being moved to a better position.

History: He was a bastard born out of an affair, and his father always resented and mistreated him for it out of spite. His parents divorced when he was young, and his father gained full cudstody. He was regularly beaten by his father, who blamed him for driving them apart. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: His religion dominates his actions; and he is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs

Flaws: Disease, Fearful, Antagonistic. Bonds: Religious. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Boston accent

Possessions: 400 gp. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.

Description: A man of a pale complexion, he wears a brown coat over a blue low-cut shirt, and a wide-brimmed hat upon his head. He has dyed his greying auburn hair a little too much giving a sharp auburn color. He wears an eyepatch.

Personality: He will use flattery and sarcasm to attack and weaken his opponents. Despite his formidable combat skills he remains a coward. His brief stint in the army gave him the idea he was invincible and that he is the toughest man alive.

History: Gifted from a young age, William studied abroad. Like his father and his sister before him, after school he went straight into learning to become a Shoemaker. He has achieved small success as a Shoemaker.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and he wants nothing more than to rejoin the army

Ideals: Fighting, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Military, Job. Occupation: Shoemaker

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: This man wears a white shirt, with a grey mid length shorts with grey tights and flats, usually wearing a coat over them. He has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized aquamarine on his right hand. His chestnut hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. His gray eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: Prone to second guessing himself, he comes off as nervous. He does not believe in violence as a means to an end. He is a dedicated Spice Merchant but believes his peers are too gung-ho.

History: He was born in a small plains village. He graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. He advanced relatively quickly due to his good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. 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 wants nothing more than to rejoin the army.

Ideals: Pacifist. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Rich, Nature, Military. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Middle-eastern accent

Possessions: 5000 sp. Fiery yellow corundum (600 gp). Lapis lazuli (6 gp). Iolite (60 gp). 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: A man with thick toned arms and a paunchy gut. He is wearing dark clothing and a heavy breastplate, keeping many of his physical features obscured. Sporting a blonde mohawk and bushy mustache this man's hair draws a lot of attention. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: He has always had a great fascination with Tiefling culture. He will often invite strangers home for dinner and talk their ears off. He cares deeply for his spouse and does his best to make sure his guests look presentable.

History: He was born several months after his mother was called into army service. He was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. He never won. He has since married many spouses, only to have them die. He claims to not be responsible.

Motivation: Tiefling compassion; and his religion dominates his actions

Ideals: Athletic, Optimist. Flaws: Racist. Bonds: In love, Religious. Occupation: Unemployed

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: 4000 sp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is a man of bearing and well nourished. He wears a weathered and beat up set of banded mail beneath an oversized black coat. He wears his black hair up. His amber eyes peer out from beneath his broad black hat.

Personality: Friendly and accommodating he would invite many more into his home than his spouse would be comfortable with if they did not express concern about it. He is however nostalgic and wants to reunite with his old comrades. He has some compunction and patriotism and will work for the government before all other clients.

History: He was born to loving parents in a slum to the east. His family was turned out during the war. He and his family wandered east to less war torn lands. He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: He wants to meet his childhood hero.

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: PTSD. Bonds: Adventurer, Poor. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: Loud with bravado

Possessions: 80000 cp.

Description: This southern man's face is deformed and paralyzed on one side. As such, he slurs his words together. He wears tight fighting clothing, which leaves very little to the imagination. His fur is short and yellow. His hazel eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: Quick speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. He is clearly well-traveled and educated. He is a ruthless business man, a trait he acquired from his mother.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Assassin hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. He has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: He doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes; and nothing but the best is good enough for him

Ideals: Fighting, Impeccable, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Assassin

Voice: Spits words with contempt

Possessions: 100 gp. Embroidered and bejeweled glove (2000 gp). A small bag of saffron. (40 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (300 gp).

Description: 6'3" and muscular, this northern man typically wears a sleeveless long coat of deep green leather and dull tan iron scale mail. His rusty crest is heavily combed to the left. He is baby faced.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. He is obsessed with his god.

History: Born in the north his family was never financially stable. He took every job he could get his hands on, but the opportunities for Dragonborns in the north were limited. He has made many enemies by not giving into corruption and outing many instances of it.

Motivation: His religion dominates his actions; and he is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs

Ideals: Athletic, Optimist. Bonds: Religious, Poor, Immigrant. Occupation: Carter

Voice: Scandinavian accent

Possessions: 1500 gp. Rock crystal (40 gp). Golden yellow topaz (500 gp). Carnelian (40 gp). Zircon (40 gp). Star ruby (1100 gp). Chrysoprase (40 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.