Description: She wears a tight fitting black shirt and pants, but does not cut a very imposing figure. She walks with a slouch but will stand straight to her full 4'11" when asserting herself. Her hair is greying and her face has many wrinkles. Her otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: She is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help her friends. She considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. She works hard and plays hard.

History: She was born in the north. When money was particularly tight she was walking through alleys when she overheard a Stylist hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. She made her way to the other competitor and parlayed her knowledge into a job. She left for the north, certain she would find work there.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and to be a cook again

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Immigrant, Poor, Job. Occupation: Stylist

Voice: Thin and wheezing

Possessions: 500 pp. Cloth of gold vestments (160 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (900 gp). Finely wrought small gold bracelet (80 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (100 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1000 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1000 gp). A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (160 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (1600 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (160 gp). Jeweled gold crown (3000 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (900 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (900 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (2000 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (1000 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (800 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (160 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He dresses well, typically a more casual-formal manner. He carries with him a set of shortbows on his belt, each one with a amber on the hilt. His blonde hair is cut short with large spiked bangs in the front. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his amber eyes.

Personality: He is a jovial happy person, but he is convinced people are living their lives too quickly. He is submissive, is generally bored by everything, but will take part in whatever people ask of him. He is by nature obliging.

History: Born in a small village he learned the ways of the warrior from his mother. He inherited a moderately successful company from his mother. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. He leaves a trail of broken hearts and full pockets wherever he goes.

Motivation: He uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs; and he has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Fighting, Optimist. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Rich. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Timid voice

Possessions: 3000 gp. Silver comb with moonstones (900 gp). Silver ewer (20 gp).

Description: A pudgy man standing about 4'5" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He wears very tight pants and wife beaters, though occasionally he sports a brown coat. His head has been shaved. He has several tiny amethyst earrings on each ear.

Personality: He is business-like. He takes instructions and follows them to the letter. He believes the world needs to unite to get rid of illithids once and for all.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious eastern family, he was no stranger to responsibility. In his 12th year, his parents were killed by a illithids raid, leaving Gardain alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, he was adopted. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to illithids demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: Several ex partners dislike his way of doing things and want revenge; and a deep hatred of illithids

Ideals: Professionalism. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, Enemies, Religious. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 3000 gp. Jeweled gold crown (5000 gp). A life-sized copper and silver statuette of a cockatrice. (50 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (800 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (1300 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (6000 gp). Solid gold idol (1200 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This slender man stands about 5'3". He is wearing a tight brown one piece outfit complete with pants, hood, and a cape. He sports a long silver beard, and similarly colored long hair. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his amber eyes.

Personality: He is a very happy person and has lots of energy. To put it simply, he's a very lovable idiot. He invented a lineage for himself and claims to be descended from several legendary heroes.

History: He was raised by priests from a young age. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Half-Elven companion (his 'brother'). Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: Meet up once more with his childhood friend.

Ideals: Optimist. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer, Religious, Mentor. Occupation: Scribe

Voice: Dutch accent

Possessions: 4000 gp. Black pearl (800 gp). Peridot (60 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (12 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (12 gp). White opal (800 gp). Deep blue spinel (800 gp). Blue sapphire (800 gp). Azurite (12 gp). Chrysoprase (60 gp). Blue star sapphire (800 gp). Obsidian (12 gp). Hematite (12 gp). Blue star sapphire (800 gp). Red garnet (80 gp). Aquamarine (800 gp). Moss agate (12 gp). Deep green spinel (80 gp). Moss agate (12 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He dresses well, typically a more casual-formal manner. His crest is green and curly. His half smiles and red eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: He is quiet and reserved most of the time, but warms up to people very quickly. Around friends he is liable to tell dirty jokes and enjoy himself. He would rather hide behind his crafts than deal with other people.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. He remains aloof and afraid to be himself due to all the ideals others have placed upon him.

Motivation: He is content; and many giants want him driven away

Ideals: Joker, Artistic. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Poor. Occupation: Adventurer

Voice: Can't modulate volume

Possessions: 2000 gp. Aquamarine (900 gp). Freshwater pearl (4 gp). Star ruby (400 gp). Hematite (4 gp). Rich purple corundum (400 gp). Malachite (4 gp). Rock crystal (40 gp). Alexandrite (900 gp). Pink pearl (150 gp). Red spinel (150 gp). Bloodstone (40 gp). Violet garnet (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.

Description: He is in excellent shape and is wearing colorful clothing, dressed as a Soapmaker. His hair is cut close to his head. His violet unseeing eyes seem to look past you.

Personality: He shows great sympathy to all travelers. He's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. He is often prim and proper but will on occasion tell either really disgusting or offensive jokes, which seem out of character.

History: John was born in the north. At a young age he loved to build and create. His first spouse was a Beggar, they had one daughter, but his spouse won total custody. Without his spouse to temper him he grew out of control. He hopes to save up enough money to one day pay a cleric to cure him.

Motivation: Wants to raise his children well; and marry his sister to traveling adventurers

Ideals: Athletic, Philantrophist, Joker, Persistence. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Family. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Low rumbling, strings words together

Possessions: 4000 gp. Jade (70 gp). Red spinel (70 gp). Sardonyx (50 gp). Jasper (50 gp). Brown-green garnet (70 gp). Brown-green garnet (70 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A pudgy man standing about 6'3" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. He sports a flattop hair cut. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He tends to agree with only himself unless someone else's opinion sounds like he can profit from it. He tries to control his temper but he can't always stop himself from what he feels what must be done. He invented a lineage for himself and claims to be descended from several legendary heroes.

History: Krusk was born with his father's beautiful face. Krusk abandoned his home at a very young age, living in the fields and plains. He survived everyday through hunting and stealing from passersby. He did whatever it took for him to survive. Recently a tribe of brigands attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Krusk fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: To reunite with his old friends.

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Fighting. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Adventurer, Attractive. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Hissing voice

Possessions: 8000 gp. Gold music box (2000 gp). A finely crafted rug of intricate, geometric designs worked with silver threading (50 gp). Gold and ruby ring (4000 gp). 1 Medium magic item.