Description: Runty and weak-looking, he dresses in green turtlenecks beneath a black coat with grey slacks. He sports a flattop hair cut. His eyes are likewise silver.

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 uses his nature as a weapon; he likes to lead opponents to think him in distress.

History: Akmen was born the youngest of three triplets. His first spouse was a Banker, they had one son, but his spouse won total custody. Without his spouse to temper him he grew out of control. When his spouse passed he lost his only source of income but claims to his sons to still be retired.

Motivation: An old rival family wants him found.

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly, Secretive. Bonds: Poor, Family. Occupation: Carter

Voice: Pirate accent

Possessions: 6000 gp. Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (2400 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (500 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). A detailed rose, with petals and thorns, constructed of silver and electrum (20 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (1000 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1200 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (2400 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (170 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (500 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1700 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He is in excellent shape and is dressed in an above average manner. His hair is silver and curly. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: He believes mankind has become decadent and spoiled by the march of civilization and an end should come to life as we know it. He has a small toy that he constantly fidgets with.

History: He was born on a small isolated farm. Over the years he perfected his riding and shooting skills. He got away from his former life and has fallen to alcoholism.

Motivation: He has a rivalry with the Church that dominates his actions; and his religion dominates his actions

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Attractive, Nature, Religious. Occupation: Carter

Voice: Boston accent

Possessions: 4000 gp. Jasper (80 gp). Violet garnet (1600 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1600 gp). Moss agate (16 gp). White opal (500 gp). Zircon (80 gp). Carnelian (80 gp). Rock crystal (80 gp). Blue sapphire (500 gp). Star ruby (500 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A man with a cold, calculating air about him, he wears a tight fitting brown shirt and pants. His hair is golden and curly. He has amber eyes and a brown hat with a grey feather.

Personality: He is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as he rather likes the sound of his voice. His demeanor is somewhat feminine. He works hard and plays hard.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Adrik grew up listening to his father's many stories. He inherited a moderately successful company from his father. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. He has drifted apart from his friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature longsword.

Motivation: He wants revenge against illithids; and he wants to meet his childhood hero

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Adventurer, Rich, Enemies. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Can't modulate volume

Possessions: 4000 gp. Violet garnet (200 gp). Banded agate (15 gp). Iolite (30 gp). Jet (40 gp). Malachite (15 gp). Malachite (15 gp). Blue quartz (15 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (800 gp). Violet garnet (200 gp). Rose (30 gp). Canary diamond (4000 gp). Star ruby (800 gp). Fire opal (800 gp). Black star sapphire (800 gp). Red-brown spinel (40 gp). Black pearl (200 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A woman with a cold, calculating air about her, she wears a fine chain shirt which she covers with black colored cloaks and clothing. Her crest is short and silver. Her face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. Her spectacle hidden eyes are a deep red.

Personality: Deceptive and manipulative this western gal figured out how to best use her charms to convince people to do what she wants. She plays an instrument quite well.

History: The child of western immigrants she idolized her father. From her teen years she was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on her. Now she works as a poetry tutor during her time off.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for her; and she doesn't get along with people that don't share her tastes

Ideals: Artistic, Logical, Impeccable. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Draws out vowels

Possessions: 2000 gp. Iolite (70 gp). Obsidian (9 gp). Banded agate (9 gp). Rock crystal (70 gp). Jet (90 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. She typically wears violet cloth garments or leather armor. Her brown hair is drawn into a tight pony tail with a clover scrunchie. Her thin eyebrows rest above her beady amber eyes.

Personality: She will rave to anyone who will listen. She is cautious and jumpy. She reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

History: She was raised by priests from a young age. In her 16th year, while out on a day-trip, she returned to find her hometown burning and destroyed. She found her father impaled in their home, and her mother 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 is untrained/undisciplined, which makes her dangerous.

Motivation: She is terrified, and will act out of fear; and her religion dominates her actions

Flaws: Ugly, Insane, Fearful. Bonds: Religious, Mentor. Occupation: Shipwright

Voice: Creaky witch voice

Possessions: 9000 gp. Banded agate (12 gp). Freshwater pearl (12 gp). Obsidian (12 gp). Smoky quartz (40 gp). Smoky quartz (40 gp). Alexandrite (1400 gp). Rose (40 gp). Deep green spinel (80 gp). Black pearl (1400 gp). Malachite (12 gp). Citrine (40 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (1600 gp). Blue star sapphire (1600 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1400 gp). Alexandrite (1400 gp). Sardonyx (40 gp). Deep green spinel (80 gp). Aquamarine (1400 gp). Black pearl (1400 gp). Sardonyx (40 gp). Brown-green garnet (80 gp). Iolite (40 gp). Rock crystal (40 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1400 gp). Canary diamond (5000 gp). Black pearl (1400 gp). Eye agate (12 gp). Jade (80 gp). Banded agate (12 gp). Sardonyx (40 gp). Red garnet (80 gp). Rich purple corundum (1600 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A woman with a calm yet intense air about her, she wears a brown coat over a tan low-cut shirt, and a broad hat upon her head. She sports a flattop hair cut. Her eyes are likewise gray. Her teeth are yellowed and unaligned.

Personality: She is a jovial happy person, but she is convinced people are living their lives too quickly. She has a small toy that she constantly fidgets with.

History: She was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. She worked as a nervous Bookbinder and found it very stressful. She has worked as a Bookbinder like her father before her.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern.

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly, Addict, Disease. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Irish accent

Possessions: 3000 gp. Rock crystal (60 gp). Rich purple corundum (600 gp). Alexandrite (200 gp). Jade (40 gp). Black opal (600 gp). Azurite (6 gp). Alexandrite (200 gp). Chrysoprase (60 gp). Hematite (6 gp). Deep blue spinel (200 gp). Alexandrite (200 gp). Chrysoberyl (40 gp). Obsidian (6 gp). Golden yellow topaz (200 gp). Amethyst (40 gp). Hematite (6 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A man with thick toned arms and a paunchy gut. He wears white trousers with pastel and blue striped suspenders. He wears various colorful collared shirts. His hair is silver and curly. His green eyes peer out from beneath his broad white hat.

Personality: He is quiet and unassuming. He ignores others and carries on with his job unassumingly. He is a bit of a macho man and will challenge people to random contests of strength and skill, and invite them to random hunting and fishing trip.

History: He was born into a rich family. He was a friend to animals and a trickster. In his defense of animals however he would do severe harm to people. He has worked as a Shepherd like his mother before him.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it; and sabotage a competitor

Ideals: Athletic, Fighting. Bonds: Job, Nature, Rich. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Hissing voice

Possessions: 400 pp. Jeweled anklet (1000 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (400 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (2300 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (900 gp).