Description: He is a husky man, who prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for his hunting needs. His moppish brown hair is in a traditional bowl cut. He has a dull look in his green eyes.

Personality: He is calm most of the time but flees social interaction. He cannot deal with unfamiliar people for more than a few minutes at a time and if they persist he will grow angry at them.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Nordak grew up listening to his mother's many stories. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Bowyer work with an outfit from a few towns over. Bowyer work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He ran away from his former home and has been making his living as a Bowyer for the past few years.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Shy, Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer, Job. Occupation: Bowyer

Voice: Pronounces 'its' and 'is' like 'eats' and 'ease'

Possessions: 330 gp.

Description: A man of a pale complexion, he tends to wear a white poncho over his likewise colored trousers and shirt. His brown hair is slicked back into a classic pompadour. His fierce green eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: He shows great sympathy to all travelers. He's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. He is accommodating to his spouse and as such limits his hospitality. He is brave and levelheaded in the face of danger and has proven himself a capable leader.

History: Born in the north to a Sculptor, Borun learned a great deal about his mother's area of expertise. When he came of age, he joined a caravan that would eventually take him to the capital. He would practice along the way and, when he arrived, be apprenticed to a Sculptor. He knows his nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but him.

Motivation: Many illithids want him driven away; and he is greedy

Ideals: Philantrophist. Bonds: In love, Job, Rich, Enemies. Occupation: Sculptor

Voice: Scottish accent

Possessions: 600 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is of a modest build and height, but he carries himself more imposing than he is. He wears dark leathers with embroidery. He keeps his white fur in a pixie cut. His eyes are amber and catlike.

Personality: Lone wants to be seen as a stoic, levelheaded, noble Adept, so he tries to act the part. He does a good job, for the most part... His philosophy is that everyone needs a friend and as such shows hospitality towards all.

History: The child of a Slave Trader, who enjoyed hunting, Lone was taken on many hunting expeditions. Over the years he perfected his riding and shooting skills. He ran away from his former home and has been making his living as a Glassblower for the past few years.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and marry his brother to traveling adventurers

Ideals: Disciplined, Optimist. Bonds: Nature, Job, Family. Occupation: Glassblower

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: 800 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He stands about 5'6" and wears a simple burlap shirt and baggy pants. He conceals his trident with his veritable burlap sack of a shirt. His left leg appears badly burned and disfigured. He has a long auburn beard with little hanging trinkets. His eyes are violet and beady.

Personality: This man loves writing and to teach people writing more than just about anything. He is obsessed with his god.

History: He was born in a small island village. He moved from fad to fad and when he turned 15 he discovered writing. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: His religion dominates his actions.

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Religious, Nature. Occupation: Performer

Voice: Boston accent

Possessions: 1000 gp. Alexandrite (200 gp). 1 Minor magic item.