Description: This younger middle-aged man tends to wear a heavy leather apron. Coupled with his rolled up shirt sleeves this gives him a very relaxed look, and a wedding ring on his left hand. He has no hair. He has a dull look in his green eyes.

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. He is always in debt, since he spends his money on lavish parties and gifts for friends

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. He found a children's book about a Gnome Sorcerer who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. He modeled his life after the story, seeing himself destined a hero. He has drifted apart from his friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature glaive.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and to prove his worth to the world

Flaws: Ugly, Impulsive, Disease. Bonds: In love, Family, Adventurer. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Mousy voice

Possessions: 2100 gp. Iolite (50 gp). Alexandrite (1500 gp). Obsidian (13 gp). Silver pearl (100 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is wearing a long, blue, dusty cloak. His beige fur is lengthy and is close to two feet long. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: He is not truly malevolent, but he is obsessed with singing. He constantly tries to fill his life with singing. He will do just about anything if he becomes convinced it is for someone's true love, of this he is easily convinced.

History: He grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. His childhood dream was to be a Cartwright, but he was a colossal failure. He became a Cook soon after.

Motivation: To be a Cartwright again; and to prove his worth to the world

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Mundane, Impulsive. Bonds: Has a crush, Job. Occupation: Cook

Voice: Soft and melodious

Possessions: 100 gp. Blue quartz (14 gp). Rhodochrosite (14 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1400 gp). Banded agate (14 gp).

Description: This man stands a little under 5'11" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He is well dressed, constantly wearing a brown suit, white shirt, and pastel tie. His head has been shaved. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He will use flattery and sarcasm to attack and weaken his opponents. Despite his formidable combat skills he remains a coward. He loves his children and doesn't want them to worry about him. He loves to share his music with anyone who is interested.

History: He was a bastard born out of an affair, and his father always resented and mistreated him for it out of spite. 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 drow attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Sheggen fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of his brother; and marry his brother to traveling adventurers

Ideals: Fighting, Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Family. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Aggressive tone

Possessions: 1000 gp.

Description: This man wears an old set of leather armor, nicked and torn by the ravages of time and battle, and sports empty pouches on his belt. He has a very tight haircut. He was beautiful and young once, which still shows through his age, but it is a faded beauty.

Personality: He is quiet and anti-social and can barely make it a few minutes in conversation before his hampering stammer kicks in. He uses his nature as a weapon; he likes to lead opponents to think him in distress.

History: He was born in the south, but his parents moved at a very young age to the north. A few years later when the north was not economically sound they moved to his current location. He was always very intelligent and has formed a secret society of freemasons.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him; and halfling compassion

Flaws: Shy, Secretive. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Speaks with a cold

Possessions: 600 gp. 1 Darkwood Buckler. 1 Banded mail.