Description: A thin man, he clearly needs to put on some weight, but he still has a lot of muscle. He wears a custom-built plate barding that's adorned with black lining and desert motifs. His hair is red and very short. His fierce white eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. Animals are drawn to him, and he is able to talk to them.

History: He was born on a small isolated farm. When he was little, his rather wealthy family often ventured across the desert to a summer home near a large cave. He would wander through that large cave and adventure through it for days. One day while adventuring a terrible storm took place and he was stranded inside. His family spent the next few days looking for him, and could only assume he was dead when it came time to leave. The family never returned to the desert due to the painful memories there. Astar took refuge in the large cave and found the beat up greatsword and armor he uses now. He was granted druidic powers by his dying brother.

Motivation: He uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs.

Ideals: Athletic, Gifted. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Nature. Occupation: Cook

Voice: Mousy voice

Possessions: Coral (120 gp).

Description: 3'1" and lanky with angular features, she is an attractive figure. She wears rags and sports a simple walking cane. Her hair is cut close to her head. Her fierce amber eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: She likes to brag about her accomplishments and constantly tries to beat others to the punch. She believes the world needs to unite to get rid of illithids once and for all.

History: Trained by her mother for as long as she can remember she had it drilled in her head that it was her duty to serve her country. She was taken as a slave by a traveling circus and forced to perform She has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to illithids demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: She wants revenge against illithids; and she is currently in port desperately looking for someone to get her out

Ideals: Passionate. Bonds: Poor, Attractive, Enemies, Military, Slave. Occupation: Dyer

Voice: pre-pubescent

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: She prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for her hunting needs. She sports silver long hair. Her hazel eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: She takes her job very seriously, in part because she fears she cannot get a new one. She disdains her fellow northerners, claiming they make her look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious northern family, she was no stranger to responsibility. She worked as a nervous Carter and found it very stressful. Recently the stress of being a Carter has made it difficult for her to sleep.

Motivation: A strong sense of loyalty to Tiefling people; and she is greedy

Flaws: Insomniac, Racist. Bonds: Rich, Job, Immigrant, Religious. Occupation: Carter

Voice: German accent

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: This younger middle-aged man has a large pastel mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into his brown robe, and a wedding ring on his right hand. His long yellow fur is drawn into a two foot long braid. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He thrives on attention. He does whatever is in his power to gain the attention of whomever he deems a fit date. When he's not drinking or sleeping the drinks off, he's doing poetry.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. He moved from fad to fad and when he turned 15 he discovered poetry. He has since married many spouses, only to have them die. He claims to not be responsible.

Motivation: Wishes to resurrect an old love.

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: In love, Attractive, Poor. Occupation: Beggar

Voice: Nasally tone

Possessions: 30 gp. Jet (140 gp).

Description: This tall, slender woman is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers her face most of the time. She sports auburn long hair. She has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. She wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: She has always had a great fascination with Half-Orc culture. The war was a terrible time for her, and Jelenneth does not often speak of it. When she does, she does so with a strained expression and tears in her eyes.

History: She comes from a rich western family. A few years later when the south was not economically sound they moved to her current location. She left for the west, certain she would find work there.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and she feels kind of lost in life

Flaws: Racist, Depressed. Bonds: Military, Rich, Immigrant. Occupation: Healer

Voice: Creaky witch voice

Possessions: 80 gp.

Description: Standing 3'3", this man is renowned for his bright white suits and hats. He has dyed his greying red hair a little too much giving a sharp red color. His eyes are blue and he is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: He considers himself the protector of his home. He feels this is his duty and calling. He is obsessed with his god.

History: He got into the Bather business at a young age. A gifted student he started as a Navigator, but he got bored and became a Bather. He got away from his former life and has fallen to alcoholism.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and his relatives are trying to arrange a marriage

Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Guardian, Religious, Job, Family. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Scottish accent

Possessions: 300 gp.

Description: She is wearing a long, pastel, dusty cloak. She has moderate length white fur. Her yellow eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: She can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. When she's not drinking or sleeping the drinks off, she's doing writing.

History: Born in a small village she learned the ways of the warrior from her mother. She found a children's book about a Tabaxi Sorcerer 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. Lacking all sense, she decided to go on an adventure. She picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: Obtaining odd cultural Halfling artifacts is her passion; and she's looking for her big break

Ideals: Gifted, Artistic, Fighting. Bonds: Adventurer. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: 10000 cp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A woman of a pale complexion, she wears a tight fitting green shirt and pants. Her silver hair is singed and shortened. Her ears are large.

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 will pursue extreme courses of action in the short term, confident that they cannot fail.

History: Born in the west to a Doctor, Decarabia learned a great deal about her mother's area of expertise. She moved from fad to fad and when she turned 15 she discovered singing. She struck the Doctor job and began her own company from there.

Motivation: To be a Guard again; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Impulsive. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Doctor

Voice: Voice breaks

Possessions: 360 gp.

Description: This woman typically wears blue cloth garments or leather armor, and sports empty pouches on her belt. Her auburn hair is heavily combed to the left. Her eyes are likewise hazel. Her teeth are yellowed and unaligned.

Personality: She resents people who mock her appearance or her, so she has learned to be the meanest son of a gun. She claims to be unscrupulous but at the end of the day she will do what she thinks is right.

History: She was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of her parents. She moved from fad to fad and when she turned 15 she discovered singing. Unlike her family, who was content to work in a sleepy main town, she wanted to work in the city. She has been working here for the past few years.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep; and she is content

Ideals: Justice, Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Mundane, Insomniac. Occupation: Ploughman

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: 5000 cp. Jade (80 gp).