Description: A pudgy man standing about 6'4" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He wears a fine chain shirt which he covers with brown colored cloaks and clothing. He wears a small hat to cover his moderate length golden hair. His eyes are amber and he is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: Aggressive, abrasive, and angry, Alex embodies much of what other species detest in the Humans. He has a small toy that he constantly fidgets with.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Alex grew up listening to his father's many stories. Being born in the north, he completed his medical training abroad so as to avoid the war. He returned after the war having achieved medical proficiency. He was a general practitioner in the north for years, until he, through no fault of his own, lost a patient who had a very powerful family. Rather than risk reprisal he made his way south. He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: He wants revenge against drow; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Flaws: Antagonistic, Addict. Bonds: Adventurer, Family, Enemies. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Eastern European accent

Possessions: 700 gp. Obsidian (16 gp). Jasper (70 gp). Alexandrite (1600 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1600 gp). 1 Breastplate. 1 Masterwork Light steel shield.

Description: This northern woman is abnormally tall. She tends to wear a red poncho over her likewise colored trousers and shirt. Her whole body is exceptionally muscular. Her hair, while still mostly red, has prominent grey streaks. Her otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: Her voice, at times compared to that of a Nymph, lambasts those who consider themselves "civilized" with snide, belittling remarks; the subtle growl she speaks with growing louder in doing so, one can find it most pronounced, despite the otherwise natural purity of her tone. When she's not drinking or sleeping the drinks off, she's doing writing.

History: She served in the navy to pay for her family's outstanding loans. When money was particularly tight she was walking through alleys when she overheard a Knight hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. She made her way to the other competitor and parlayed her knowledge into a job. She moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: She wants nothing more than to rejoin the army; and retire the richest woman in the north

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Cynical. Bonds: Immigrant, Military, Poor. Occupation: Knight

Voice: Smoker's lung

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he wears silk and lounges about seductively. He sports a long golden beard, and similarly colored long hair. He is very pretty but has cold, dead eyes.

Personality: He is someone who is used to having a large amount of sex appeal. He also lacks a concept of privacy and shares just about everything. Flattery will make him almost putty in your hands.

History: Trained by his father for as long as he can remember he had it drilled in his head that it was his duty to serve his country. He was an apprentice working in his father's forge. He has gone from town to town till he finds a spot where he can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Selfish. Bonds: Attractive, Military, Job. Occupation: Baker

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: 400 gp. Moss agate (14 gp).

Description: He wears a green collared shirt and white pants. He accessorizes with a brown scarf around the waist and a strap diagonally across his shirt. He carries a battered glaive and tarnished shield as well. He has a very tight haircut. His green eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: He fancies himself a trickster and likes to rely on his wits to carry the day. He cares for his older siblings and likes to be recognized by them. Energy wise he seems alert and responsive.

History: He grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. He was taken as a slave by a traveling circus and forced to perform Unlike his family, who was content to work in a sleepy main town, he wanted to work in the city. He has been working here for the past few years.

Motivation: He is content; and to fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever

Ideals: Fighting, Professionalism. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Family, Slave. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Pirate accent

Possessions: 600 gp.