Description: An imposing man with a heavy stainless steel prosthetic right hand, he wears light armors faded through time and improper care. His brown hair is still thick. His silver eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: While he acts the brute, he is far gentler than he would appear. 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: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. His spouse left him for another, whom he beat to an almost bloody pulp. He did not win them back, but he came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. Recently a tribe of illithids attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Chem fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever; and he'd like to take his coworkers down a peg

Ideals: Fighting, Logical. Flaws: Ugly. Occupation: Detective

Voice: Slurs words

Possessions: Freshwater pearl (12 gp). Red spinel (130 gp). Blue star sapphire (800 gp). Black pearl (700 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This younger middle-aged man wears a suit in poor condition. It has not been laundered in sometime and has been worn in activities one would not normally wear a suit during, and a wedding ring on his left hand. His red hair is unkempt and raggedy. His amber eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: He is filled with cunning. He likes to feign weakness letting people think he is weak. He is a thrill seeker, he laughs at people and throws down challenges. He is highly competitive and combative.

History: Lance was born into a poor family. Growing up, he dreamt of becoming a Paladin, to bring honor to his family’s name. When he came of age, he applied for a position with his town's local guard, looking to work his way up via merit and eventually become a Paladin in service of a powerful lord somewhere. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Fletcher hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. He has became unsatisfied with his lot in life, and decided to take up adventuring.

Motivation: He desires power and/or immortality; and wishes to resurrect an old love

Flaws: Ugly, Secretive. Bonds: Adventurer, In love, Poor. Occupation: Fletcher

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: 2000 cp. Freshwater pearl (12 gp). 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.

Description: He has a large brown mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into his black robe. His hair, while still mostly blonde, has prominent grey streaks. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He is a hateful person. He taunts others and blames them for his problems. He is terrible with names forgetting people's names several times before they finally stick; this causes him no end of embarrassment.

History: He was born in the east, but his parents moved at a very young age to the north. A gifted student he started as a Barrister, but he got bored and became a Mortician. After a long history of fighting, Alston and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: He is not mentally stable, and does not behave rationally; and further expansion of business

Flaws: Antagonistic, Forgetful, Insane. Bonds: Immigrant, Job. Occupation: Mortician

Voice: Farmer accent

Possessions: 10000 cp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This man dresses well, wearing pastel shirts, loose pants, and blazers most of the time. He has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized opal on his right hand. His hair is golden, silky, and of moderate length. His hazel eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. He has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. He can't help but pocket interesting objects he comes across

History: He comes from a rich northern family. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He has recently gotten a pet goose that steals things from people.

Motivation: He has decided he is irredeemable; and he is greedy

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Criminal record. Occupation: Scribe

Voice: Speaks with back of mouth

Possessions: 2000 gp.