Description: He is scrawny and has patchy auburn stubble. He is renowned for his bright white suits and hats. He has a hunchback. His hair is auburn and curly. His amber eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: He will use flattery and sarcasm to attack and weaken his opponents. Despite his formidable combat skills he remains a coward. The war was a terrible time for him, and Howard does not often speak of it. When he does, he does so with a strained expression and tears in his eyes.

History: He was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. In his 17th year, his parents were killed by a dire rats raid, leaving Howard alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, he was adopted. Days after completing his studies, news broke out that his hometown was attacked by dire rats. Howard was horrified and prayed that his mother was alright. However, he heard that his mother had died fighting off the dire rats.

Motivation: Someone believes him a fraud; and to fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Depressed, Disease. Bonds: Military, Enemies. Occupation: Priest

Voice: Italian accent

Possessions: 1500 pp. Sapphire pendant on gold chain (500 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (60 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Solid gold idol (700 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1200 gp). Jeweled gold crown (4000 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1200 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (6000 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (4000 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (100 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (100 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (60 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (700 gp). Silver ewer (90 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (2200 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1200 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1200 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (700 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (60 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (100 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (700 gp). Solid gold idol (700 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This man wears silk and lounges about seductively. He is muscular with a powerful set of arms. His long red hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. His eyes are brown and he is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: He is cool and collected. He likes to make quips and puns whenever he does anything. He also makes a point to compliment his superiors and flatter them. He is a font of random trivia from the lore and stories he has discovered

History: Ishgha was raised in a hard working conservative environment. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and he is greedy

Ideals: Disciplined, Logical. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Rich. Occupation: Junk Dealer

Voice: Soft and mumbly

Possessions: 8000 gp. A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (160 gp). Solid gold idol (700 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (2000 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (160 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1800 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (700 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). Old masterpiece painting (500 gp). A roughly beaten golden orb (160 gp). Gold cup set with emeralds (7000 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (900 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (900 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (160 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (1000 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (160 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (500 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (1000 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (500 gp). Jeweled gold crown (5000 gp).

Description: He is of a modest build and height, but he carries himself more imposing than he is. He wears dark leathers with embroidery. His fur is gray and curly. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are green.

Personality: He can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. He has a minor phobia of water and hates getting wet.

History: He was born at the edge of vast island. After coming to the age of reason, Ethereal took it upon himself to study the psionic arts in their entirety; because of this, he was labeled a dark omen and banished from his homeland. He left for the north, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever; and he is wracked by social anxiety

Ideals: Gifted, Fighting. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Nature, Immigrant. Occupation: Interpreter

Voice: Soft and melodious

Possessions: 5000 gp. Black pearl (700 gp). Moss agate (7 gp). Rhodochrosite (7 gp). Deep green spinel (120 gp). Deep blue spinel (700 gp). Hematite (7 gp). Blue quartz (7 gp). Golden pearl (120 gp). Jade (120 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (1600 gp). Golden yellow topaz (700 gp).

Description: She likes to wear grey tank tops with white skirt. Her broad hat is riddled with cuts and holes. Her eyes are likewise amber.

Personality: She barks her statements quickly and with little fuss. She prefers small words and is at her heart utilitarian. She is always in debt, since she spends her money on lavish parties and gifts for friends

History: She was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. She was an adventurer many years ago and she formed a blood bond with her Half-Orc companion (her 'brother'). She now travels the world, in search of power and loot.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and she's looking for her big break

Flaws: Ugly, Terse, Impulsive, Disease. Bonds: Adventurer. Occupation: Locksmith

Voice: Sleepy voice

Possessions: 3000 gp. Obsidian (15 gp). Alexandrite (1100 gp). Chalcedony (70 gp). Tourmaline (40 gp). Banded agate (15 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1100 gp). Lapis lazuli (15 gp). Black opal (600 gp). Chalcedony (70 gp). Brown diamond (8000 gp). Aquamarine (1100 gp). Smoky quartz (70 gp). Freshwater pearl (15 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1100 gp). Jet (40 gp).

Description: This man is wearing a tight black one piece outfit complete with pants, hood, and a cape. He is muscular with a powerful set of arms. His chestnut hair is matted, messy, and big. His eyes are gold and catlike.

Personality: He likes to fabricate stories about his past exploits and how crazy he is, but in actuality he is rather bland. He is able to fit into much smaller and tighter spaces than normal.

History: Born in the north his family was never financially stable. Zepar 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: To end his boredom.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Mundane. Bonds: Poor, Nature. Occupation: Fortune-teller

Voice: Forgets to breathe while speaking

Possessions: 800 pp. Silver comb with moonstones (700 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (700 gp). Old masterpiece painting (700 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1800 gp). Solid gold idol (900 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (30 gp). Solid gold idol (900 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (700 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (700 gp). A pair of blacksmith’s puzzle; each has a pair of interlocked iron designs that users try to take apart and put back together (20 gp). Finely wrought small gold bracelet (20 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (30 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (900 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A man with a cold, calculating air about him, he tends to wear a heavy leather apron. Coupled with his rolled up shirt sleeves this gives him a very relaxed look. His hair is always cut to a buzz. He has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. He wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: He shows great sympathy to all travelers. He's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. He is a font of random trivia from the lore and stories he has discovered

History: A child with a great deal of music talent his parents made sure he got the chance to thrive. He was one of the best in his class, and was picked up by his current employer. He quickly showed his capability and was soon promoted to a head role. He now owns his own business.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of his brother; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Philantrophist, Logical, Artistic. Bonds: Job, Family. Occupation: Crown-heir

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: 17000 gp. Cloth of gold vestments (130 gp). A life-sized copper and silver statuette of a cockatrice. (50 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (800 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (800 gp). Silver ewer (50 gp). Jeweled gold crown (2000 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (130 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (900 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This woman stands a little under 3'0" and is a bit bulky. She is very muscular particularly in the legs. She wears a fancy red dress. Her hair is white and curly. She has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. She wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: A grumpy gal she will invite people to lunch so she can critique them. Yet she still seems generally likeable, like a lovable grump. She is underhanded and not above using her wealth and body to get others to do her bidding.

History: Sarai was born to in a poor docking district. She spent her early days working in the same smith shop her father was employed at, doing general labor. Her father was a soldier and died while she was still young. Sarai was left her father's suit of armor and trained in its use and care. She guards a vault combo very seriously as well as the key needed to open it.

Motivation: She wants nothing more than to rejoin the army; and she's repulsed by the pc

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Antagonistic, Secretive. Bonds: Attractive, Poor, Military. Occupation: Performer

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: 1700 pp. Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2200 gp). Solid gold idol (300 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (3000 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (600 gp). A life-sized copper and silver statuette of a cockatrice. (90 gp). Carved bone or ivory statuette (90 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.