Description: An older man who wears grey robes with leather pauldrons. Though occasionally he wears more armor. He prefers to carry a quarterstaff, but if one is not available he will default to his flail, he is not a threatening figure. He has shaved his head bald. 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 is inclined to make off color jokes and interpret anything that could be construed as such as innuendo. He is able to fit into much smaller and tighter spaces than normal.

History: Thoradin was raised in a hard working conservative environment. After coming to the age of reason, Thoradin took it upon himself to study the arcane arts in their entirety; because of this, he was labeled a dark omen and banished from his homeland. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: He'd like to take his coworkers down a peg; and expand his business

Ideals: Joker, Gifted. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Brewer

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 9000 cp.

Description: This exceptionally lanky woman wears tight fighting clothing, which leaves very little to the imagination. Her crest is short and bronze. Her face possesses mild wrinkles. Her smile is extraordinarily sincere though she does not smile often.

Personality: She goes out her way to put a smile on everyone's face. There's no-one she won't accept into her heart. Her brief stint in the army gave her the idea she was invincible and that she is the toughest woman alive.

History: She was born several months after her mother was called into army service. At a young age she wooed the heart of her future spouse and the two had a long relationship before they wed. She's also a talented Carpenter, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: To be a Carpenter again; and wants to have a good time and be beloved

Ideals: Fighting, Optimist. Bonds: Military, In love, Job. Occupation: Adventurer

Voice: Deep voice with rolling R's

Possessions: 150 gp. 1 Darkwood Shield.

Description: He appears as an extremely gaunt Half-Elf, and stands approximately 5'1". He is dressed in an above average manner, and his gloved hand is found clutching a bastard sword. He has styled his auburn hair well, parting it to the left. His green eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: Aggressive, abrasive, and angry, John embodies much of what other species detest in the Half-Elves. He is able to make almost anything out of random pieces of junk.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when illithids swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. His parents enrolled him in a Sorcerer school at a young age so that he could practice his divine talents. After a long history of fighting, John and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: A deep hatred of illithids; and his religion dominates his actions

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Deep voice with rolling R's

Possessions: 400 sp.

Description: A man of a pale complexion, he wears tattered old clothes. His blue hair is drawn into a tight pony tail with a card scrunchie. He has a dull look in his black eyes.

Personality: He is curt in most of his responses. He prefers to keep his word usage to a minimum to avoid giving away unnecessary information. The war was a terrible time for him, and Bathin does not often speak of it. When he does, he does so with a strained expression and tears in his eyes.

History: He comes from a rich eastern family. He struck it rich when he found rare goods in large quantities. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it; and he wants nothing more than to rejoin the army

Flaws: Ugly, Shy, Depressed. Bonds: Military, Rich. Occupation: Laborer

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: An imposing woman with a heavy stainless steel prosthetic left hand, she wears a grey vest with golden trim over her white shirt. Her blue leather gloves and pants are well-kept, and her grey boots flare out at the collars. Her golden hair is styled in orderly dreadlocks. Her gray eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: She has schizophrenia that causes her to hear things that aren't there and will sometimes respond to them. She has a minor phobia of water and hates getting wet.

History: She was born on a small isolated farm. She was a friend to animals and a trickster. In her defense of animals however she would do severe harm to people. She inherited the family business which she has now maintained for 6 years.

Motivation: Expand her business; and she feels threatened by others

Flaws: Disease, Fearful. Bonds: Nature, Job. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Thin and wheezing

Possessions: An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (180 gp).

Description: He is a husky man, who has a large brown mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into his black robe. His hair is greying and his face has many wrinkles. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: He believes mankind has become decadent and spoiled by the march of civilization and an end should come to life as we know it. He does suffer from mild PTSD, and the sight of giants may trigger it at times.

History: He was born to loving parents in a slum to the north. He was an apprentice working in his mother's forge. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: He is unsatisfied with his job; and he wants revenge against giants

Bonds: Nature, Enemies, Poor, Job. Occupation: Bowyer

Voice: Sensual and smooth

Possessions: 400 gp.

Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright black and tan, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. His brown hair is thinning but still full. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: He considers himself a man of culture and sophistication. He likes a good challenge to his wits. He is a big fan of imagination and believes people should spend more time reading and writing.

History: He was born to a criminal king-pin and mafia family He moved out south to avoid the crime he committed. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him.

Ideals: Impeccable, Logical, Fighting. Bonds: Rich, Immigrant, Criminal record. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: Shortens vowels

Possessions: 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: She wears a worn and beaten armor. She has silver hair. Her eyes are a pleasant violet.

Personality: She is filled with cunning. She likes to feign weakness letting people think she is weak. She loves being with her children and actually smiles when they are around. She would do anything for them. She dislikes her ex a great deal.

History: Born to a Cartwright, her father struggled to pay the bills. Her father was a mechanic, and taught her how to fix just about anything. She has been saving her money to try and buy her sister's freedom.

Motivation: Wants to raise her children well; and she is terrified, and will act out of fear

Ideals: Persistence. Flaws: Secretive, Fearful. Bonds: Family, Poor. Occupation: Roofer

Voice: Uses lots of figures of speech

Possessions: 100 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is a physically imposing light-skinned man. He wears a tattered pair of loose white pants, a matching torn shirt, and a visible pair of similar condition same color briefs. His golden hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. His violet eyes peer out from beneath his Stetson white hat.

Personality: He is a hateful person. He taunts others and blames them for his problems. He enjoys reading and quiet.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. At a young age he wooed the heart of his future spouse and the two had a long relationship before they wed. Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: He has passion for adventuring and risk; and he desires power and/or immortality

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Poor, In love, Adventurer. Occupation: Spy

Voice: Mousy voice

Possessions: 150 gp. 1 Masterwork Light steel shield.