Description: A man with a calm yet intense air about him, he is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. His white hair is unkempt and raggedy. His brown eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: He tends to agree with only himself unless someone else's opinion sounds like he can profit from it. He tries to control his temper but he can't always stop himself from what he feels what must be done. He does not trust anyone and sleeps with one eye open.

History: He is a Metallic Dragon in disguise. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: He wants to meet his childhood hero; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Insomniac. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Stylist

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

Possessions: 4000 sp. Star rose quartz (40 gp). Coral (90 gp).

Description: This younger middle-aged woman wears a shirt that is too small, which lets her gut show, with a ratty white coat over it, and a wedding ring on her right hand. Her brown hair is knotted and matted. She is baby faced.

Personality: She trusts no one. She is not readily capable for forgiveness and her ire never leaves her. Her home and work are filled with various knick knacks she has acquired through the years. She cares a great deal for her adopted teenage daughter.

History: She was raised in a white middle class family as the only child. Through the years after Mary was born, her father became increasingly distant from her family, instead choosing to pursue power in the north. Mary's father didn't care for her much, and the feeling was mutual. She has been saving her money to try and buy her brother's freedom.

Motivation: Her spouse's relatives view her with great suspicion; and find a way to reverse the transformation of her brother

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Mundane. Bonds: In love, Family. Occupation: Mortician

Voice: High pitched, excited

Possessions: 100 gp. Moss agate (16 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This man dresses like a well dressed Mortician does, and sports empty pouches on his belt. He keeps his silver hair in a flapper bob. He wears an eyepatch.

Personality: He hates illithids. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. He tends to be very friendly, and is drawn to music, the smells of food and wine, and out-door festivals.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. His parents were killed by illithids in a raid when he was still a young child. The illithids captured him, and made him a slave and general play-thing. He was beaten and tortured regularly, leading to his deformed appearance. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved.

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job, Enemies, Mentor. Occupation: Mortician

Voice: Switch between two voices

Possessions: 300 gp. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.

Description: A woman with a calm yet intense air about her, she is well dressed, but even with her fine clothing she looks run-down. Her hair is brown and curly. She has a tattooed face.

Personality: Deceptive and manipulative this northern gal figured out how to best use her charms to convince people to do what she wants. She feeds upon the attention of others.

History: Heather was born the youngest of three triplets. From there she went from mercenary job to mercenary job. When her spouse passed she lost her only source of income but claims to her sons to still be retired.

Motivation: She's looking for her big break; and to share knowledge with the world

Ideals: Logical. Bonds: Attractive, Family, Adventurer. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Timid voice

Possessions: 400 gp.