Description: A man with a cold, calculating air about him, he sports tan clothing, slightly heavier than average wear. His brown hair is lengthy. He is missing an eye and his face is severely sunburned. His one remaining eye shines gray.

Personality: He hates giants. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. He is submissive, is generally bored by everything, but will take part in whatever people ask of him. He is by nature obliging.

History: He was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. When he was little, his rather wealthy family often ventured across the mountains to a summer home near a large cave. He would wander through that large cave and adventure through it for days. One day while adventuring a terrible storm took place and he was stranded inside. His family spent the next few days looking for him, and could only assume he was dead when it came time to leave. The family never returned to the mountains due to the painful memories there. Pallabar took refuge in the large cave and found the beat up shortbow and armor he uses now. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: His name or reputation has been wronged in the past by giants, and he desires to right it; and someone believes him a fraud

Flaws: Ugly, Shy, Disease. Bonds: Enemies, Nature. Occupation: Carter

Voice: Rolls R's

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: An imposing man with a heavy stainless steel prosthetic right hand, he wears tight fitting pants and leather jackets. He usually doesn't wear a shirt. His brown hair is matted, messy, and big. His face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. His spectacle hidden eyes are a deep violet.

Personality: He takes his job very seriously, in part because he fears he cannot get a new one. Further he is a bit of a stoner and is frequently out of it.

History: A powerful slaver made him what he is. He found a children's book about a Halfling Bard who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. He modeled his life after the story, seeing himself destined a hero. He inherited the family business which he has now maintained for 12 years.

Motivation: To reunite with his old friends.

Flaws: Ugly, Addict. Bonds: Job, Mentor, Adventurer. Occupation: Slave Trader

Voice: Rolls R's

Possessions: 800 sp. Red garnet (80 gp). 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: This woman wears a tight fitting black shirt and pants. She is muscular with a powerful set of arms. Her red crest is lengthy and is close to two feet long. Her face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. Her spectacle hidden eyes are a deep gold.

Personality: Aggressive, abrasive, and angry, Nuthra embodies much of what other species detest in the Dragonborns. She cannot resist a sob story and will often dote over anyone who has one.

History: She was a bastard born out of an affair, and her mother always resented and mistreated her for it out of spite. In her 18th year, while out on a day-trip, she returned to find her hometown burning and destroyed. She found her mother impaled in their home, and her father beheaded. She saw the woman who walked out, and charged her in a blind rage. The woman easily evaded and defeated her, leaving her to live broken and terrified. She has drifted from career to career and currently works as a Weaver.

Motivation: She'd like to take her coworkers down a peg; and she would like to get married and retire

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Antagonistic, Fearful. Bonds: Job, Has a crush. Occupation: Weaver

Voice: Loud with bravado

Possessions: 13000 sp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This younger middle-aged woman has the majority of her body covered in plate, and a wedding ring on her left hand. Her brass crest is singed and shortened. Her gold eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: Saphara wants to be seen as a stoic, levelheaded, noble Wizard, so she tries to act the part. She does a good job, for the most part... She is accommodating to her spouse and as such limits her hospitality. She is brave and levelheaded in the face of danger and has proven herself a capable leader.

History: She was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of her parents. While studying, she fell in love. They married and had a daughter. She is untrained/undisciplined, which makes her dangerous.

Motivation: Wishes to resurrect an old love; and she is not mentally stable, and does not behave rationally

Ideals: Disciplined. Flaws: Ugly, Insane. Bonds: In love. Occupation: Servant

Voice: Australian accent

Possessions: 360 gp.

Description: The light-skinned man stands 2'11" and wears an amalgamation of clothes and depending on the season will wear more layers of the continuing hodge podge. His white hair has been sun bleached extensively. His brown eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: This man loves poetry and to teach people poetry more than just about anything. He works hard and plays hard.

History: He is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. When Oren reached his early adolescence his Halfling father passed away. Feeling disconnected from the small nearby village afterwards, he decided to travel. His rounds led him into the Army with a few individuals who would become his life-long companions. 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 has money and likes to spend it; and his name or reputation has been wronged in the past by illithids, and he desires to right it

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Rich, Military, Enemies. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Gruff and masculine

Possessions: 900 gp.

Description: She wears well tailored gowns and hats with beautiful decoration. She is almost always dressed for an outing in high society. She is portly but not overly obese. She has a very tight haircut. Her face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. Her spectacle hidden eyes are a deep brown.

Personality: She has schizophrenia that causes her to hear things that aren't there and will sometimes respond to them. She spends most of her days drinking in the Inn, the rowdiest and most dangerous establishment in town. There she gambles, wrestles and listens to stories told by travelers.

History: She was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of her parents. Her father was a soldier and died while she was still young. Oda was left her father's suit of armor and trained in its use and care. She has became unsatisfied with her lot in life, and decided to take up adventuring.

Motivation: Obtaining odd cultural Elven artifacts is her passion; and she's looking for her big break

Flaws: Disease, Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer, Military. Occupation: Priest

Voice: Loud with bravado

Possessions: 300 gp.

Description: Relatively heavier built than your average man, he is not imposing. He wears many layers of old clothing at all times. His hair is always cut to a buzz. He is baby faced.

Personality: He fancies himself a trickster and likes to rely on his wits to carry the day. He cares for his older siblings and likes to be recognized by them. The occasional robbery is his preferred attention getting crime, but he mainly uses his means for meeting his own perverse desires.

History: The child of a Cook, who enjoyed hunting, Clerebold was taken on many hunting expeditions. His necromantic abilities were realized during a raid on his village. Due to his spouse's obsession with being a Cook they were divorced and he won custody of their son. He worked as a Barkeep, and he later adopted a second son.

Motivation: Regain custody of his son.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Family, Criminal record, Nature. Occupation: Barkeep

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: 100 gp. Freshwater pearl (8 gp). Lapis lazuli (8 gp). Freshwater pearl (8 gp).

Description: She wears a robe, a symbol of strength around her neck, and a halberd on her belt. She has a moderate pudge and is not very fit. Her brown hair is lengthy. Her eyes are a pleasant red.

Personality: She shows great sympathy to all travelers. She's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. She dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. Her biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: Damaia was born into a poor family. Growing up, she dreamt of becoming a Bard, to bring honor to her family’s name. When she came of age, she applied for a position with her town's local guard, looking to work her way up via merit and eventually become a Bard in service of a powerful lord somewhere. From there she went from mercenary job to mercenary job. When she grew older, she became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. She began work as a mercenary for hire. She would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: She wants to meet her childhood hero; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Fighting, Philantrophist, Logical. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Sellsword

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: This exceptionally lanky woman wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. Her hair is golden and curly. Her otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: Eccentric and domineering, Callybon will drive conversation. She does not regard money as being a problem because it has never been a problem for her. She lives in a bit of an ivory tower believing all problems are one quick intervention away from being solved.

History: Trained by her mother for as long as she can remember she had it drilled in her head that it was her duty to serve her country. She inherited a moderately successful company from her mother. Under her leadership it has flourished, and using capital from her venture she effectively owns an entire region. She has since married many spouses, only to have them die. She claims to not be responsible.

Motivation: Money/treasure.

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Extrovert. Bonds: Rich, Military, In love. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Old thin voice

Possessions: Red spinel (150 gp). Rhodochrosite (4 gp). Moonstone (40 gp). Silver pearl (150 gp). 1 Minor magic item.