Description: The dark-skinned woman stands 4'10" and is well dressed, but even with her fine clothing she looks run-down. She has auburn hair. Her face is full, her cheeks are rosy, and she always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in her hazel eyes.

Personality: She considers herself the protector of her home. She feels this is her duty and calling. A true patriot, Matilda would do anything for her country. She is fiercely protective of her fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: She grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. When Matilda reached her early adolescence her Human mother passed away. Feeling disconnected from the small nearby village afterwards, she decided to travel. Her rounds led her into the Army with a few individuals who would become her life-long companions. She used her abilities to trick people and travel the world for free.

Motivation: She feels that her past leaves her morally obligated to help; and seeks redemption

Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Attractive, Guardian, Military, Criminal record. Occupation: Tailor

Voice: Eastern European accent

Possessions: 400 gp.

Description: She is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. She is portly but not overly obese. Her silver hair is still thick. Her gray unseeing eyes seem to look past you.

Personality: She tends to agree with only herself unless someone else's opinion sounds like she can profit from it. She tries to control her temper but she can't always stop herself from what she feels what must be done. A friendly and beautiful Human, she is rarely seen without a few beauties around her arms. Though a playboy in all rights, she is no lame duck.

History: Sold as a small child to a brothel owner, Ella was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. She eventually earned her freedom when her former master disappeared. When money was particularly tight she was walking through alleys when she overheard a Bowyer hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. She made her way to the other competitor and parlayed her knowledge into a job. Recently a tribe of dire rats attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Ella fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: She has a crush on the local Brewer; and to fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Disease, Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Mentor, Poor. Occupation: Bowyer

Voice: Speaks with a cold

Possessions: A finely crafted rug of intricate, geometric designs worked with silver threading (90 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1500 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he is wearing a long, white, dusty cloak. He has a long white beard with little hanging trinkets. He has amber eyes.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. He has a minor phobia of water and hates getting wet.

History: He was born several months after his mother was called into army service. His mother was a soldier and died while he was still young. Ralf was left his mother's suit of armor and trained in its use and care. 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: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever; and to reunite with his old friends

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Shy, Fearful. Bonds: Military, Adventurer. Occupation: Miller

Voice: Eastern European accent

Possessions: 800 gp. Violet garnet (300 gp). Eye agate (9 gp). White opal (400 gp). Malachite (9 gp).

Description: This dark-skinned female wears white robes with leather pauldrons. Though occasionally she wears more armor. She prefers to carry a club, but if one is not available she will default to her morningstar. She is tall, broad shouldered and powerfully built. Her blonde hair is heavily combed to the left. She tend to wears goggles to shield her eyes.

Personality: She can speak with the recently deceased. She believes the world needs to unite to get rid of illithids once and for all.

History: Her necromantic talent manifested at a young age. Aiming to upstage a rival house, her parents had her trained. Her parents divorced when she was young, and her mother gained full cudstody. She was regularly beaten by her mother, who blamed her for driving them apart. She has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to illithids demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: A deep hatred of illithids.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Enemies, Rich. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Draws out vowels

Possessions: 3000 sp. 1 Holy water. 5 Acid flasks.