Description: He is a physically imposing light-skinned man. He wears dull black sweaters, loose blue pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath his sweater he keeps a concealed halberd, just in case. His golden hair is well kept and his bushy mustache is tapered upwards at the ends. He has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. He wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

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 dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. His biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: Born to a Weaver, his father struggled to pay the bills. His family was being driven out of business by several neighboring competitors. The father sought out extralegal help and others began closing their doors. He saw this and took pride in his father's willingness to do anything to win. He then took over the family business and is one of the better Bookbinder for hire.

Motivation: A deep hatred of dire rats; and he wants revenge against dire rats

Ideals: Logical. Bonds: Criminal record, Poor, Job, Enemies. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Shortens vowels

Possessions: 400 gp.

Description: This petite short woman is perpetually holding a beer of some kind. She wears many layers of old clothing at all times, marred by beers. Her top hat is riddled with cuts and holes. Her hazel eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: She never swears and excessively uses polite adverbs when speaking. She disdains her fellow southerners, claiming they make her look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: Yvonne was born into a poor family. Growing up, she dreamt of becoming a Paladin, to bring honor to her family’s name. When she came of age, she applied for a position with her town's local guard, looking to work her way up via merit and eventually become a Paladin in service of a powerful lord somewhere. In her 13th year, her parents were killed by a illithids raid, leaving Yvonne alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, she was adopted. She left for the south, certain she would find work there.

Motivation: Her name or reputation has been wronged in the past by illithids, and she desires to right it; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant, Adventurer, Enemies. Occupation: Roofer

Voice: Pirate accent

Possessions: 3000 sp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: 5'8" and muscular, this western woman has the majority of her body covered in plate. She wears her hair in dreadlocks. Judging by the bloodshot nature of her eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine she has not slept for days.

Personality: She is quiet and reserved most of the time, but warms up to people very quickly. Around friends she is liable to tell dirty jokes and enjoy herself. She is accommodating to her spouse and as such limits her hospitality. She is brave and levelheaded in the face of danger and has proven herself a capable leader.

History: She was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of her parents. While studying, she fell in love. They married and had a daughter. Some 7 years later her spouse died after the birth of her daughter. Heartbroken, Yvonne never married again. Instead she focused her life to raising her daughter whom she trained as her mother had trained her before.

Motivation: Wishes to resurrect an old love; and to get a good night's sleep

Ideals: Athletic, Joker. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: In love. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: Soothing and warm

Possessions: 4000 sp. Violet garnet (600 gp). Alexandrite (600 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A man with a calm yet intense air about him, he is wearing a long, blue, dusty cloak. His hair, while still mostly auburn, has prominent grey streaks. His violet eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: He is unhospitable to his core. His small house has "No trespassing" Signs all over it. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: He comes from a rich eastern family. His parents divorced when he was young, and his father gained full cudstody. He was regularly beaten by his father, who blamed him for driving them apart. He's since become an addict/alcoholic.

Motivation: To unite with his brother; and regain custody of his daughter

Flaws: Antagonistic, Hedonist, Addict. Bonds: Rich, Family. Occupation: Server

Voice: Low rumbling, strings words together

Possessions: 500 gp. Banded agate (11 gp). Pink pearl (40 gp). Aquamarine (1000 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.