Description: Dark and lean, he is a relatively plain man. He dresses in collared shirts and wears a proper scarf over his head. His silver hair is kept up in a ponytail inside a small hat. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: He is quite gentle and does not know the full extent of his strength. He works very hard to maintain that gentleness. Further he is a bit of a stoner and is frequently out of it.

History: Astar was born with his father's beautiful face. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. He hasn't been sleeping well lately.

Motivation: His name or reputation has been wronged in the past by illithids, and he desires to right it; and to get a good night's sleep

Ideals: Disciplined. Flaws: Addict, Insomniac. Bonds: Attractive, Enemies. Occupation: Healer

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 1400 gp. Silver ewer (60 gp). Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (400 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (400 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp).

Description: He is dressed in a clean green cloak covering his clean studded leather. He cuts an attractive figure and his suit of old armor is well cared for even if it is obsolete. His hair is always cut to a buzz. His eyes are likewise amber. His teeth are white and perfect.

Personality: He snorts whenever he laughs or is feeling confident. 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: His druidic talent manifested at a young age. Aiming to upstage a rival house, his parents had him trained. He always admired druidic-users and wanted to develop the talent, but never had the affinity for it. When he grew older, he became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. He began work as a mercenary for hire. He would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: Obtaining odd cultural Half-Orc artifacts is his passion.

Ideals: Logical, Gifted. Bonds: Attractive, Adventurer. Occupation: Bounty Hunter

Voice: Speaks with a cold

Possessions: 3000 sp. 1 Banded mail.

Description: He appears as an extremely gaunt Halfling, and stands approximately 2'11". He very much looks the part of a Spice Merchant, and his gloved hand is found clutching a sword. He has a white handlebar mustache and slicked back white hair. He has violet eyes and a grey hat with a white feather.

Personality: Aggressive, abrasive, and angry, Hamil embodies much of what other species detest in the Halflings. He is skeptical of what others tell him and is slow to trust.

History: A studious child he never was much for a social life, not because he was unlikable, but because he did not seek it out. He graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. He advanced relatively quickly due to his good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. He tends to his Spice Merchant job now, and dutifully fulfills any obligations he has.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and expand his business

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Antagonistic, Shy. Bonds: Job, Military. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: pre-pubescent

Possessions: 70 gp.

Description: His skin has the orange glow of too much sun. He wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. His brown hair is cut jaggedly and amateurishly. His fierce gray eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: Aggressive, abrasive, and angry, Arumawann embodies much of what other species detest in the Gnomes. He spends most of his days drinking in the Inn, the rowdiest and most dangerous establishment in town. There he gambles, wrestles and listens to stories told by travelers.

History: He was raised by priests from a young age. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Gnomish companion (his 'brother'). He now travels the world, in search of power and loot.

Motivation: To reunite with his old friends; and he has a rivalry with the church that dominates his actions

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Adventurer, Religious, Mentor. Occupation: Masseuse

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: 60000 cp. Deep blue spinel (400 gp). Peridot (80 gp).