Description: A man with a friendly, welcoming air about him, he wears a robe, a symbol of his god around his neck, and a club on his belt. His crest is black and curly. He is baby faced.

Personality: He considers himself the protector of his home. He feels this is his duty and calling. 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: Sold as a small child to a necromancer, Shamash was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Dragonborn companion (his 'brother'). 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. Shamash fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: He feels kind of lost in life; and he desires power and/or immortality

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Depressed. Bonds: Guardian, Adventurer, Mentor. Occupation: Slave Trader

Voice: Posh accent

Possessions: 2800 sp. 1 Simple lock. 1 Silk rope.

Description: A pudgy man standing about 6'2" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He is dressed in earthy colors with a black and brown handkerchief worn on his left side. His fur is black and curly. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: Eccentric and domineering, Elegant will drive conversation. He tends to be very friendly, and is drawn to music, the smells of food and wine, and out-door festivals.

History: Born in the west to a Weaver, Elegant learned a great deal about his father's area of expertise. Being born in the west, he completed his medical training abroad so as to avoid the war. He returned after the war having achieved medical proficiency. He was a general practitioner in the west for years, until he, through no fault of his own, lost a patient who had a very powerful family. Rather than risk reprisal he made his way north. He's also a talented Apothecary, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and to reunite with his old friends

Ideals: Extrovert, Optimist. Bonds: Job, Family, Adventurer. Occupation: Weaver

Voice: growls and snarls, animalistic

Possessions: 1300 gp. Chrysoprase (60 gp). Black pearl (500 gp).

Description: The dark-skinned man stands 3'0" and wears a shirt that is too small, which lets his gut show, with a ratty brown coat over it. He sports a long red beard, and similarly colored long hair. His face is scarred and worn.

Personality: He is cool and collected. He likes to make quips and puns whenever he does anything. He also makes a point to compliment his superiors and flatter them. He loves teas. He is very sensitive about his face. To blow off anger he lifts weights and to control his otherwise explosive temper he works out a lot.

History: Halander was raised in a hard working conservative environment. A gifted student he started as a Apothecary, but he got bored and became a Sellsword. He has gone from town to town till he finds a spot where he can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: Expand his business; and to fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever

Ideals: Disciplined, Fighting. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job, Slave. Occupation: Sellsword

Voice: Can't modulate volume

Possessions: 290 pp. A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (60 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (3000 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (3000 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He wears violet robes with leather pauldrons. Though occasionally he wears more armor. He prefers to carry a bow, but if one is not available he will default to his ceremonial dagger. He is bristling with hidden weapons, mostly ceremonial daggers and bows. He sports a flattop hair cut. His eyes are likewise violet.

Personality: He is calm most of the time but flees social interaction. He is obsessed with a lost civilization.

History: He was born into a rich family. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: Obtaining odd cultural Half-Orc artifacts is his passion; and money/treasure

Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Criminal record, Adventurer, Rich. Occupation: Beggar

Voice: Russian accent

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: He is a husky man, who is generally shirtless and showing off his tattooed chest. His hair is golden and curly. His eyes are hazel and beady.

Personality: Here is a man who knows he is the smartest in the room. He talks down to others constantly. He will often invite strangers home for dinner and talk their ears off. He cares deeply for his spouse and does his best to make sure his guests look presentable.

History: He is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. He has had some formal singing training, and achieved minor success. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: He is greedy; and wishes to resurrect an old love

Ideals: Impeccable, Optimist, Artistic. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: In love, Rich. Occupation: Barrister

Voice: Pronounces difficult words wrong

Possessions: 5000 sp. Star ruby (1400 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.