Description: This exceptionally lanky man wears tight fitting clothing which further accentuates his frame. He has white hair. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: He seems absolutely devoid of it. He stares off into space and will respond with overly literal and minimalist answers to questions. He cannot resist a sob story and will often dote over anyone who has one.

History: Ar-Beka was born with his mother's beautiful face. His parents enrolled him in a Druid school at a young age so that he could practice his arcane talents. He eventually got the idea of being the protector of his homeland from reading books, and has made it his duty.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and to be a ploughman again

Ideals: Philantrophist, Gifted. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Attractive, Guardian, Job. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: 3000 gp. Red garnet (60 gp). Sard (60 gp). Alexandrite (1400 gp). Obsidian (15 gp). Lapis lazuli (15 gp).

Description: This woman wears a fine chain shirt which she covers with black colored cloaks and clothing. She has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized amber on her right hand. She has moderate length dark red hair. Her black 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 believes the world needs to unite to get rid of illithids once and for all.

History: She is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. She was an adventurer many years ago and she formed a blood bond with her Gnomish companion (her 'brother'). 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's looking for her big break.

Ideals: Philantrophist, Logical. Bonds: Rich, Enemies, Adventurer. Occupation: Shoemaker

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 1200 pp. Tourmaline (80 gp). Silver pearl (80 gp). Iolite (30 gp). Amber (80 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He is wearing a long, blue, dusty cloak. He carries with him a set of spears on his belt, each one with a sapphire on the hilt. His brown hair is long and unkept. He has several tiny sapphire earrings on each ear.

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. Around other people he will do his best to conceal his emotions and appear jolly.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Burgell grew up listening to his father's many stories. From there he went from mercenary job to mercenary job. Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: Obtaining odd cultural Dragonborn artifacts is his passion; and he has passion for adventuring and risk

Ideals: Fighting, Optimist. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Unemployed

Voice: Deep voice with rolling R's

Possessions: 5000 gp. Lapis lazuli (10 gp). Rhodochrosite (10 gp). Deep green spinel (50 gp). Amethyst (50 gp). Alexandrite (300 gp). Violet garnet (300 gp). Rhodochrosite (10 gp). Star rose quartz (40 gp). Smoky quartz (40 gp). Jasper (40 gp). Amber (50 gp). Amber (50 gp). Citrine (40 gp). Star rose quartz (40 gp). Deep blue spinel (300 gp). Deep green spinel (50 gp). Citrine (40 gp). Golden yellow topaz (300 gp). Deep blue spinel (300 gp). Rhodochrosite (10 gp). Obsidian (10 gp). Malachite (10 gp). Rhodochrosite (10 gp). Brown-green garnet (50 gp). Lapis lazuli (10 gp). Freshwater pearl (10 gp). Alexandrite (300 gp). Jade (50 gp). Deep blue spinel (300 gp).

Description: She is armored in gleaming platemail with gilded edges. A flowing violet cape and mantle trimmed with soft green waves gently in the breeze, but does not cut a very imposing figure. She walks with a slouch but will stand straight to her full 5'2" when asserting herself. Her blonde hair is cut short. Her thin eyebrows rest above her beady amber eyes.

Personality: She takes her job very seriously, in part because she fears she cannot get a new one. She is often prim and proper but will on occasion tell either really disgusting or offensive jokes, which seem out of character.

History: She was raised in a white middle class family as the only child. She sought a place where she would be rewarded solely on the merits of her skills. This search led her directly into Bather work with an outfit from a few towns over. Bather work suited her well, and with each successful project, she earned more gold and more respect from her peers. She's also a talented Brewer, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: To find somewhere to settle down; and she'd like to take her coworkers down a peg

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Ugly, Mundane. Bonds: Rich, Job. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Slurs words

Possessions: 1300 pp. Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (300 gp). A finely crafted rug of intricate, geometric designs worked with silver threading (70 gp). A delicate silver chain set with a tourmaline (70 gp). Solid gold idol (1200 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (100 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (100 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (100 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). An elaborate, whalebone scrimshaw carving of intertwined orbs, each showing the legend of creation story (70 gp). Gold and ruby ring (9000 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (600 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This man is wearing colorful clothing, dressed as a Crown-heir, and sports empty pouches on his belt. His chestnut hair, when down, is lengthy. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

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. He misses his home and complains about the freezing weather, even in summer.

History: He served in the navy to pay for his family's outstanding loans. He found a children's book about a Elf Druid 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 is searching for what he claims is his rightful reward.

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

Bonds: Family, Immigrant, Military, Adventurer, Religious. Occupation: Crown-heir

Voice: Hollow voice

Possessions: 800 pp. Golden yellow topaz (1100 gp). Deep green spinel (70 gp). Citrine (20 gp). Iolite (20 gp). Alexandrite (1100 gp). Aquamarine (1100 gp). Azurite (6 gp). Lapis lazuli (6 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1100 gp). Sard (20 gp). Red garnet (70 gp). Bloodstone (20 gp). Rose (20 gp). Red garnet (70 gp). Carnelian (20 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (1300 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (6 gp). Red spinel (70 gp). Aquamarine (1100 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A middle-aged man, he wears a green vest and prefers black and white shirts. His boots appear to have been at one point steel toed but are quite worn down, and is pretty ugly. His red crest is smooth and relatively long. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: He's a bit of a prankster. He knows he is clumsy and seen as such and will often feign amnesia after injury. He will do just about anything if he becomes convinced it is for someone's true love, of this he is easily convinced.

History: A powerful slaver made him what he is. Torinn liked to wander the woods near his home when he was young, something he still likes to do at least once a week. He never liked modest clothing or shoes, so he would wander the woods barefoot and lightly dressed, and he developed a good sense of balance and learned how to climb and swim well. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He has a crush on the local Courier; and wants his loneliness to end

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Has a crush, Mentor, Nature. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Australian accent

Possessions: 300 pp. A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (180 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (4000 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (180 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (500 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp). Old masterpiece painting (400 gp). Solid gold idol (500 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (500 gp). Silver ewer (80 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (500 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (180 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (400 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (180 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (3000 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (180 gp).

Description: The woman speaks with an almost imperceptible accent. She seems to always be the slightest bit damp as if she got out from a pool a few moments ago. She wears tight fighting clothing, which leaves very little to the imagination. She sports a flattop hair cut. This gray eyed northerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: Here is a woman who knows she is the smartest in the room. She talks down to others constantly. She is harsh and unforgiving.

History: She was born to loving parents in a slum to the north. She took every job she could get her hands on, but the opportunities for Halflings in the north were limited. She left for the north, certain she would find work there.

Motivation: She doesn't get along with people that don't share her tastes; and she is a bit of a kleptomaniac

Ideals: Fighting, Impeccable. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Immigrant, Poor. Occupation: Fortune-teller

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 9000 gp. Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1400 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (140 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1300 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (200 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (100 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.