Description: He wears a faded coat and loose pants complete with small hat, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 3'11" when asserting himself. His blonde hair is matted, messy, and big. His fierce hazel eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: This man loves singing and to teach people singing more than just about anything. He also has developed a complete distrust of the Soapmaker profession.

History: Vonbin was born in the west. At a young age he loved to build and create. 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 inherited the family business which he has now maintained for 5 years.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and to be a soapmaker again

Ideals: Artistic, Persistence. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job, Military. Occupation: Crown-heir

Voice: Voice breaks

Possessions: 290 gp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: This malnourished man wears tattered old clothes. His hair is golden and very short. His thin eyebrows rest above his beady gray eyes.

Personality: He can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. He is a logical person and will generally grow upset if things defy logic and science.

History: The child of southern immigrants he idolized his mother. A few years later when the west was not economically sound they moved to his current location. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and to get a good night's sleep

Ideals: Gifted, Logical. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: 4000 gp. Azurite (10 gp). Golden pearl (140 gp). Aquamarine (200 gp).

Description: He dresses well, typically a more casual-formal manner. He carries a battered longbow and tarnished spear as well. He wears his cinnamon fur down. His blue eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: He hates illithids. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. He lacks moral complications. He does what he is told to by employers but not much else. He spends his money on whatever he fancies at the time.

History: Born in a small village he learned the ways of the warrior from his mother. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Baker work with an outfit from a few towns over. Baker work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He tends to his Baker job now, and dutifully fulfills any obligations he has.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor; and his name or reputation has been wronged in the past by illithids, and he desires to right it

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Attractive, Enemies, Job. Occupation: Baker

Voice: Speaks with lower jaw sticking out

Possessions: 5000 cp. 1 Disguise kit. 1 Bullseye lantern.

Description: He is in excellent shape and typically wears a sleeveless long coat of deep grey leather and dull green iron scale mail. His silver hair is cut short. His eyes are a pleasant hazel.

Personality: He is unhospitable to his core. His small house has "No trespassing" Signs all over it. He also has developed a complete distrust of the Herbalist profession.

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Karash was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. He became part of the deadliest team of assassins in recent memory. A botched job caused the group to be disbanded. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: He is being blackmailed/forced/etc and this influences his actions; and he feels that his past leaves him morally obligated to help

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Job, Mentor, Criminal record. Occupation: Priest

Voice: Hard of hearing, loud

Possessions: 6000 cp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: He wears dull violet sweaters, loose green pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath his sweater he keeps a concealed sword, just in case, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 5'0" when asserting himself. His hair is cut close to his head. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: Soft-spoken and well mannered, he has an amazing amount of patience and a slow boiling temper. He is susceptible to being scared and is in actuality easily frightened. He likes to tell stories.

History: He was raised in a mountains tribe. A serious injury left his mother unemployed and in need of constant care. His family became saddled with debt trying to care for his infirm mother. He bought a sword and has really upped his game hunting, due to his understanding of decoy and ambush.

Motivation: An old rival family wants him found; and find a way to reverse the transformation of his sister

Ideals: Disciplined. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Nature, Debt, Family. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: 250 gp.