Description: 6'8" and lanky with angular features, he is an attractive figure. He is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. He has chestnut hair. His violet eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: He is overprotective of those who hire his services. He uses his nature as a weapon; he likes to lead opponents to think him in distress.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his father and mother. His father taught him the rudiments of the Interpreter arts, while his mother instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: He uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs; and to clean up the streets

Flaws: Secretive. Bonds: Attractive, Guardian, Rich, Religious. Occupation: Interpreter

Voice: Creaky witch voice

Possessions: 800 sp. Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (50 gp).

Description: The man speaks with an almost imperceptible accent. He seems to always be the slightest bit damp as if he got out from a pool a few moments ago. He is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down. He sports a long chestnut beard, and similarly colored long hair. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He is happy with his job as a Banker. He turns his eye from what people do, preferring to live and let live. He is a very good compulsive liar and kleptomaniac.

History: The child of eastern immigrants he idolized his mother. At a young age both his parents were killed in an accident. His uncle (a powerful person with enemies on both sides of the law) took him in and had him trained in basic self defense. He saw the violence of war and the aftermath so he converted to religion and dedicated himself to non-violence.

Motivation: He'd like to take his coworkers down a peg; and balancing his hectic life and new banker responsibilities is difficult

Flaws: PTSD. Bonds: Immigrant, Job, Criminal record, Religious. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 200 gp. Black pearl (400 gp). Red garnet (150 gp). Carnelian (50 gp). 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

Description: She wears silk and lounges about seductively, but does not cut a very imposing figure. She walks with a slouch but will stand straight to her full 3'10" when asserting herself. With wild red hair. Her violet eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: She dislikes all the random violence that takes place in the north. She is a big fan of imagination and believes people should spend more time reading and writing.

History: Kathra hails from a village terrorized by illithids. When money was particularly tight she was walking through alleys when she overheard a Sage hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. She made her way to the other competitor and parlayed her knowledge into a job. She has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to illithids demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: Many illithids want her driven away; and revenge

Ideals: Pacifist, Logical. Bonds: Attractive, Poor, Enemies. Occupation: Sage

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: 800 sp.

Description: This younger middle-aged woman is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers her face most of the time, and a wedding ring on her left hand. She wears her auburn hair up in a very large beehive style do. Her face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. Her spectacle hidden eyes are a deep violet.

Personality: She misses her glory days as an athlete. She does not mind her job, but it is boring in comparison. She believes the world needs to unite to get rid of dire rats once and for all.

History: She was born several months after her mother was called into army service. Before the accident, she was one of the most outspoken anti-Elven activists. She was mortally wounded, saved by a kind and fast-acting Elven doctor. She has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to dire rats demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: Several ex partners dislike her way of doing things and want revenge; and a strong sense of loyalty to elven people

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Racist. Bonds: In love, Enemies, Military. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: She wears a pastel vest and prefers grey and brown shirts. Her boots appear to have been at one point steel toed but are quite worn down. She carries a battered spear and tarnished shortbow as well. Her fur is short and black. She is missing an eye and her face is severely sunburned. Her one remaining eye shines blue.

Personality: She believes mankind has become decadent and spoiled by the march of civilization and an end should come to life as we know it. She dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. Her biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: The child of western immigrants she idolized her father. When she was little, her rather wealthy family often ventured across the plains to a summer home near a large cave. She would wander through that large cave and adventure through it for days. One day while adventuring a terrible storm took place and she was stranded inside. Her family spent the next few days looking for her, and could only assume she was dead when it came time to leave. The family never returned to the plains due to the painful memories there. Beast took refuge in the large cave and found the beat up shortbow and armor she uses now. She bought a shortbow and has really upped her game hunting, due to her understanding of decoy and ambush.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and she feels that her past leaves her morally obligated to help

Ideals: Fighting, Logical. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Nature, Immigrant. Occupation: Miner

Voice: German accent

Possessions: 50 gp. Amethyst (70 gp).

Description: This man is tall and muscular. He wears an amalgamation of clothes and depending on the season will wear more layers of the continuing hodge podge. His hair is blonde and curly. His eyes are likewise green. His teeth are white and perfect.

Personality: He is filled with cunning. He likes to feign weakness letting people think he is weak. He does not trust anyone and sleeps with one eye open.

History: Born in the north to a Body Guard, Gildmak learned a great deal about his mother's area of expertise. 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 achieved small success as a Body Guard.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep; and to be a baker again

Ideals: Athletic, Fighting. Flaws: Secretive, Insomniac. Bonds: Attractive, Job. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Scottish accent

Possessions: 230 gp. 3 Holy water.

Description: A well shaped woman just over fifty, she wears a grey shirt, with a green mid length skirt with green tights and flats, usually wearing a coat over them. She wears her silver hair up. Her hazel eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: Eccentric and domineering, Alice will drive conversation. She has a cruel streak; something she gained from her previous mentor. She harbors resentment against her former mentor.

History: When she was but 5 years old her parents immigrated from the west. She was taken from her home at a very young age. She moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: She is currently in port desperately looking for someone to get her out; and she has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Extrovert. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Mentor, Immigrant, Slave. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Soothing and warm

Possessions: 80 gp.

Description: She stands about 3'6" and wears silk and lounges about seductively. Her right leg appears badly burned and disfigured. Her chestnut hair is wavy and long. She wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: She likes to brag about her accomplishments and constantly tries to beat others to the punch. She does not believe in violence as a means to an end. She is a dedicated Animal Trainer but believes her peers are too gung-ho.

History: When she was but 6 years old her parents immigrated from the south. Panana was born on a far southern plains where she grew up under the tutelage of her mother, an expert Animal Trainer. She moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: A rival would like her out of the picture.

Ideals: Passionate, Pacifist. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: growls and snarls, animalistic

Possessions: 300 sp.

Description: She wears a shirt that is too small, which lets her gut show, with a ratty brown coat over it, and she perpetually has her mace ready. She has no hair. Her otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: She is enamored with her job. She loves it. She likes the challenge and she likes helping those less fortunate than her. She works hard and plays hard.

History: She served in the navy to pay for her family's outstanding loans. She was an apprentice working in her father's forge. She's also a talented Sellsword, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: To be a Sellsword again; and she is unsatisfied with her job

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Hedonist. Bonds: Job, Military. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: Spits and sputters

Possessions: 300 gp.