Description: His skin has the orange glow of too much sun. He dresses in brown turtlenecks beneath a violet coat with blue slacks. His long red hair reaches down to his waist. He is missing an eye and his face is severely sunburned. His one remaining eye shines hazel.

Personality: He hates illithids. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. He cannot deal with unfamiliar people for more than a few minutes at a time and if they persist he will grow angry at them.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his mother and father. His mother taught him the rudiments of the Soapmaker arts, while his father instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. His spouse left him for another, whom he beat to an almost bloody pulp. He did not win them back, but he came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to illithids demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: He wants revenge against illithids.

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Enemies, Rich. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Hard of hearing, loud

Possessions: 500 pp. Amethyst (150 gp). Freshwater pearl (13 gp). Blue sapphire (600 gp). Amber (150 gp). Carnelian (80 gp). Moss agate (13 gp). Emerald (600 gp). Black pearl (300 gp). Chrysoberyl (150 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (13 gp). Deep blue spinel (300 gp). Hematite (13 gp). Smoky quartz (80 gp). Iolite (80 gp). Sardonyx (80 gp). Obsidian (13 gp). Carnelian (80 gp). Bloodstone (80 gp). Deep green spinel (150 gp). Brown diamond (8000 gp).

Description: A hulking man with gigantic muscles, he is wearing dark clothing and a heavy breastplate, keeping many of his physical features obscured. He sports a flattop crest cut. His gold eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: He is envious of other's things. He hoards treasure, art, food, wine, and anything that he so desires. Animals are drawn to him, and he is able to talk to them.

History: When he was but 6 years old his parents immigrated from the south. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Halfling companion (his 'brother'). When he grew older, he became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. He began work as a mercenary for hire. He would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and he is greedy

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Greedy. Bonds: Immigrant, Adventurer, Rich. Occupation: Stylist

Voice: Timid voice

Possessions: 9000 gp. Onyx (60 gp). Violet garnet (300 gp). Rhodochrosite (14 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (14 gp). Aquamarine (300 gp). Iolite (60 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (1400 gp). Obsidian (14 gp).

Description: This woman wears a yellow armored body suit, with a simple brown line shooting up and back down. She has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized opal on her left hand. Her silver hair is braided into rings. She has a dull look in her amber eyes.

Personality: A deeply religious woman she believes everything happens for a reason. She does not mind isolation but does not hate company and attempts to receive them as best as possible.

History: Joan hails from a village terrorized by gnolls. Her mother was supposedly a charlatan fortune teller, but she insists her mother was legitimate. She knows her nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but her.

Motivation: She has a rivalry with the Church that dominates her actions; and she is greedy

Ideals: Extrovert. Bonds: Rich, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Slave Trader

Voice: Old thin voice

Possessions: 4000 gp. Old masterpiece painting (2000 gp). Solid gold idol (700 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (170 gp).

Description: Her left side is far more bruised and cut up than her other. She wears tight fitting pants and leather jackets. She usually doesn't wear a shirt. Her hair is dark red and very short. She has several tiny aquamarine earrings on each ear.

Personality: She tends to agree with only herself unless someone else's opinion sounds like she can profit from it. She tries to control her temper but she can't always stop herself from what she feels what must be done. She enjoys reading and quiet.

History: She was born with several neurological imbalances, which makes sleep difficult for her. It may also be what makes her so good at details. She has chosen to use the inheritance that was left to her frivolously. She was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching her a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep; and she has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Disease, Insomniac. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Shortens vowels

Possessions: 1800 pp. Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Jeweled anklet (3000 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (800 gp). Old masterpiece painting (800 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (600 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (800 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (180 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (800 gp). Old masterpiece painting (800 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (600 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (700 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (800 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (180 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2500 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (2500 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (800 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (180 gp). A detailed rose, with petals and thorns, constructed of silver and electrum (10 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (180 gp). Jeweled gold crown (4000 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (100 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: She dresses like a well dressed Tailor does. She is portly but not overly obese. Her brown hair, when down, is lengthy. She is baby faced.

Personality: She is a melancholic, but persistent worker. She resents family life and as such spurns the advances of admirers. She is obsessed with her god.

History: A powerful necromancer made her what she is. In her 12th year, her parents were killed by a giants raid, leaving Anastrianna alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, she was adopted. She has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to giants demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor; and she feels kind of lost in life

Flaws: Depressed. Bonds: Job, Religious, Mentor, Enemies. Occupation: Tailor

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 4000 gp. Jeweled anklet (4000 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1800 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (80 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1400 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1700 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: 6'4" and muscular, this northern man wears many layers of old clothing at all times. His crest is copper and curly. His gold eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: He snorts whenever he laughs or is feeling confident. He can see the true alignment of people by looking at them, and uses this to pass judgement.

History: He is a Maurezhi in disguise. He was a friend to animals and a trickster. In his defense of animals however he would do severe harm to people. 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; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Athletic, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer, Nature. Occupation: Shipwright

Voice: Aggressive tone

Possessions: 5000 gp. Peridot (20 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (8 gp). Chalcedony (20 gp). Black pearl (500 gp). Blue sapphire (500 gp). Citrine (20 gp). Violet garnet (500 gp). Golden yellow topaz (500 gp). Red garnet (90 gp). Fire opal (500 gp). Star rose quartz (20 gp).

Description: A well shaped woman just over fifty, she wears tight fighting clothing, which leaves very little to the imagination. She wears a broad hat to hide her balding. Her eyes, though not visible through her cowl, are blue.

Personality: She is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as she rather likes the sound of her voice. Her demeanor is somewhat feminine. On top of that she is swayed by a pretty face, and while loyalty to her employer will always come first she doesn't like to hit women.

History: Avice was born the youngest of three triplets. She found a children's book about a Half-Elf Druid who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. She modeled her life after the story, seeing herself destined a hero. She has since lost track of the people in her past.

Motivation: She wants to meet her childhood hero.

Ideals: Fighting, Optimist. Bonds: Has a crush, Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Healer

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: 2000 gp. Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1200 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (2100 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1200 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (100 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1800 gp). 1 Medium magic item.