Description: A man with a warm, jovial air about him, he wears a black vest with golden trim over his white shirt. His brown leather gloves and pants are well-kept, and his black boots flare out at the collars. He has a long chestnut beard with little hanging trinkets. His eyes are likewise gray.

Personality: While he is on the job, he is grim and serious. He understands how dangerous the world is and the need to stay safe. He can't help but pocket interesting objects he comes across

History: A studious child he never was much for a social life, not because he was unlikable, but because he did not seek it out. Through the years after Bertram was born, his father became increasingly distant from his family, instead choosing to pursue power in the east. Bertram's father didn't care for him much, and the feeling was mutual. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: He feels the way he acts is they only way to get by in the world; and a rival would like him out of the picture

Ideals: Gifted, Impeccable. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Criminal record. Occupation: Actor

Voice: Pronounces 'its' and 'is' like 'eats' and 'ease'

Possessions: Black pearl (1600 gp). Emerald (900 gp). Rhodochrosite (13 gp). Star rose quartz (50 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: She is an attractive woman, lean and moderately muscular. She wears a large hat to cast shadows over her face and wears ponchos to better hide her body. Her hair is greying and her face has many wrinkles. She has several tiny aquamarine earrings on each ear.

Personality: She is envious of other's things. She hoards treasure, art, food, wine, and anything that she so desires. Energy wise she seems alert and responsive.

History: She was born on a small isolated farm. Her father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted her to inherit them. She now mingles about in high society.

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

Ideals: Professionalism. Flaws: Greedy. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Nature. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Scratchy, weak

Possessions: 600 gp. Jade (70 gp). Banded agate (6 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A woman with a friendly, welcoming air about her, she wears grey leather gloves, a grey jacket, and tight pants. Her tied-back hair is white. She wears a mask on her face.

Personality: Stoic and calm, she prefers to meditate than take action. She always tries to repair and not replace. It was this mentality that drove her into the Herbalist business.

History: She is a Maurezhi in disguise. She was an adventurer many years ago and she formed a blood bond with her Human companion (her 'brother'). Lacking all sense, she decided to go on an adventure. She picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: She is being blackmailed/forced/etc and this influences her actions; and she possesses a valuable artifact that the thieves guild wishes to steal

Ideals: Disciplined, Persistence. Bonds: Adventurer, Criminal record. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: 3000 sp.

Description: A man with thick toned arms and a paunchy gut. He is wearing a perfectly clean shirt and pair of pants. He wears his silver hair up. His fierce hazel eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: He has a massive crush on the younger sibling of the Sellsword who has hired him part-time. He does suffer from mild PTSD, and the sight of illithids may trigger it at times.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when illithids swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He leaves a trail of broken hearts and full pockets wherever he goes.

Motivation: Wants his loneliness to end.

Ideals: Athletic. Bonds: Attractive, Has a crush, Enemies, Religious, Rich. Occupation: Sellsword

Voice: Excited and jittery

Possessions: 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.