Description: This eastern man's face is deformed and paralyzed on one side. As such, he slurs his words together. He is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. His long brown hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. He has a tattooed face.

Personality: Aside from being a little slow due to sleep deprivation he is generally quite perceptive. He notices little details and can draw good conclusions from them. He constantly seizes attention wherever he goes and has come to expect this respect from everyone. He likes to think of himself as merciful, but nonetheless is very strict.

History: He got into the Apothecary business at a young age. His father was a soldier and died while he was still young. Thomas was left his father's suit of armor and trained in its use and care. He inherited the family business which he has now maintained for 12 years.

Motivation: Expand his business.

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly, Insomniac. Bonds: Job, Military. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Sensual and smooth

Possessions: 200 sp.

Description: 5'2" and lanky with angular features, he is an attractive figure. He wears a large hat to cast shadows over his face and wears ponchos to better hide his body. He has moderate length auburn hair. His eyes are brown.

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 is skeptical of what others tell him and is slow to trust.

History: The child of western immigrants he idolized his mother. His mother was a soldier and died while he was still young. Berrian was left his mother's suit of armor and trained in its use and care. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved; and he wants nothing more than to rejoin the army

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Military. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Speaks fast with a slight lisp

Possessions: 3000 sp. Black pearl (600 gp). Golden yellow topaz (600 gp).

Description: He is a mite stocky and wears a tan coat over a brown low-cut shirt, and a top hat upon his head. His golden hair is greasy and uncared for. His eyes are amber and catlike.

Personality: Aggressive, abrasive, and angry, Orsik embodies much of what other species detest in the Dwarves. He is submissive, is generally bored by everything, but will take part in whatever people ask of him. He is by nature obliging.

History: He was born at the edge of vast forest. Orsik liked to wander the woods near his home when he was young, something he still likes to do at least once a week. He never liked modest clothing or shoes, so he would wander the woods barefoot and lightly dressed, and he developed a good sense of balance and learned how to climb and swim well. He has recently gotten a pet goose that steals things from people.

Motivation: He is a bit of a kleptomaniac.

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Shy. Bonds: Nature, Criminal record. Occupation: Baker

Voice: Deep voice with rolling R's

Possessions: 500 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He wears dark leathers with embroidery. He has styled his black hair well, parting it to the left. His eyes are likewise silver. His teeth are yellowed and unaligned.

Personality: Here is a man who knows he is the smartest in the room. He talks down to others constantly. He is susceptible to being scared and is in actuality easily frightened. He likes to tell stories.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him.

Ideals: Impeccable, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Fearful. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Speaks with a cold

Possessions: 1700 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is an exceptionally muscular looking western young adult. He prefers to wear grey clothing when he does not wear armor. Beneath his clothing is a huge mess of scar tissue. His dark red hair is thinning but still full. His thin eyebrows rest above his beady gold eyes.

Personality: He is irritable and easily angered. He is a bit of a bully and is not afraid to use his stature and powers to intimidate and hurt. He uses his nature as a weapon; he likes to lead opponents to think him in distress.

History: He was born several months after his mother was called into army service. His parents were killed by illithids in a raid when he was still a young child. The illithids captured him, and made him a slave and general play-thing. He was beaten and tortured regularly, leading to his deformed appearance. He was always very intelligent and has formed a secret society of freemasons.

Motivation: Many illithids want him driven away; and a deep hatred of illithids

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Secretive. Bonds: Slave, Military, Enemies. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 1400 sp.