Description: A man with a warm, jovial air about him, he is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down. His hair, while still mostly golden, has prominent grey streaks. He has several tiny jet earrings on each ear.

Personality: He will rave to anyone who will listen. He does not trust anyone and sleeps with one eye open.

History: Born in a small village he learned the ways of the warrior from his father. 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 then took over the family business and is one of the better Merchant for hire.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and to be a brewer again

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Insane, Insomniac. Bonds: Rich, Job. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Relaxed voice

Possessions: 700 sp. 1 Everburning torch.

Description: She usually wears her tan robe and has her sword always slung over her shoulder, and carries swords. She has moderate length white hair. She is missing an eye and her face is severely sunburned. Her one remaining eye shines blue.

Personality: In the realm of puns, she cannot help herself. She feels obliged to make them. She believes the world needs to unite to get rid of illithids once and for all.

History: From birth she was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. She couldn't stand her childhood mentor and eventually formed a pact with her mentor's previously failed apprentice to rebel. When their plan failed the mentor lashed out against both of them and fled. She was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Several ex partners dislike her way of doing things and want revenge.

Ideals: Fighting, Joker. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Enemies, Mentor. Occupation: Barkeep

Voice: Forgets to breathe while speaking

Possessions: 2000 sp. 1 Half-Plate.

Description: A middle-aged woman, she wears many layers of old clothing at all times, and is pretty ugly. Her white fur is smooth and relatively long. She has copper eyes and a brown hat with a yellow feather.

Personality: Stoic and calm, she prefers to meditate than take action. She is accommodating to her spouse and as such limits her hospitality. She is brave and levelheaded in the face of danger and has proven herself a capable leader.

History: She got into the Armorer business at a young age. She took every job she could get her hands on, but the opportunities for Tabaxis in the north were limited. She has worked as a Armorer like her mother before her.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Disciplined. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, In love, Job, Immigrant. Occupation: Armorer

Voice: Thin and wheezing

Possessions: 2000 cp.

Description: He typically wears a sleeveless long coat of deep black leather and dull brown iron scale mail. He is physically well-built. His hair is red, silky, and of moderate length. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: He does not believe in betrayal or weakness as things to be tolerated. He dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. His biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: Sark was born with his father's beautiful face. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. He hasn't been sleeping well lately.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and he is terrified, and will act out of fear

Ideals: Justice, Logical. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Attractive, Poor. Occupation: Weaver

Voice: Soothing and warm

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: 5'2" and muscular, this western man does not wear sleeves and tends to eschew shirts when he can avoid it. His hair is always cut to a buzz. He has gray eyes and a brown hat with a grey feather.

Personality: He runs his personal life as if detached from it. He organizes appointments and outings based on perceived benefits he will get from it. He is used to getting what he wants. In part because he is a meticulous planner.

History: Alex was born the youngest of three triplets. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Elven 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: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark.

Ideals: Athletic, Professionalism. Flaws: Selfish. Bonds: Family, Adventurer. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: Italian accent

Possessions: 1000 cp.

Description: Her right thumb is blackened and bruised, but otherwise she appears quite healthy. She wears tight fitting clothing which further accentuates her frame. She has done her best to style her black hair to look like a famous performer. Her face possesses mild wrinkles. Her smile is extraordinarily sincere though she does not smile often.

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. Flattery will make her almost putty in your hands.

History: Adelaide lived on a farm with her father, near the main road leading to a nearby town. She was an adventurer many years ago and she formed a blood bond with her Half-Elven companion (her 'brother'). When she grew older, she became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. She began work as a mercenary for hire. She would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: A deep hatred of gnolls; and her relatives are trying to arrange a marriage

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Selfish. Bonds: Attractive, Family, Adventurer, Enemies. Occupation: Barber

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: 300 sp.

Description: A hulking man with gigantic muscles, he wears well tailored suits and hats with beautiful decoration. He is almost always dressed for an outing in high society. His brown hair is kept up in a ponytail inside a small hat. He wears an eyepatch.

Personality: He runs his personal life as if detached from it. He organizes appointments and outings based on perceived benefits he will get from it. He dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. His biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: He was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. Cursed with unlife at a very young age, Thamuz has worked very hard to control his curse. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: He is greedy; and money/treasure

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Ugly, Selfish, Disease. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Adds syll-ab-les for em-pha-sis

Possessions: 600 sp.

Description: This woman is dressed in an above average manner. She is muscular with a powerful set of arms. She has shaved her head bald. Her eyes are gray.

Personality: She shows great sympathy to all travelers. She's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. She has a taste for the finer things and spends a great deal of money on luxuries, some more exotic than others.

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. Her mother had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted her to inherit them. She has built up a small fortune and can afford her own way.

Motivation: She has money and likes to spend it; and money/treasure

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Depressed. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Military. Occupation: Spy

Voice: Hissing voice

Possessions: 7000 cp. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: She wears a fancy grey dress. Her auburn hair, when down, is lengthy. She has several tiny sapphire earrings on each ear.

Personality: She is extraordinarily passive and rarely speaks, let alone speaks her mind. A friendly and beautiful Dwarf, she is rarely seen without a few beauties around her arms. Though a playboy in all rights, she is no lame duck.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious western family, she was no stranger to responsibility. From her teen years she was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on her. She now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and she wants to get laid

Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Religious, Has a crush. Occupation: Spy

Voice: Rolls R's

Possessions: 400 sp.