Description: He is a physically imposing dark-skinned man. He dresses in collared shirts and wears a proper scarf over his head. His moppish red hair is in a traditional bowl cut. His blue eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: He tends to agree with only himself unless someone else's opinion sounds like he can profit from it. He tries to control his temper but he can't always stop himself from what he feels what must be done. He does suffer from mild PTSD, and the sight of illithids may trigger it at times.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. He couldn't stand his childhood mentor and eventually formed a pact with his mentor's previously failed apprentice to rebel. When their plan failed the mentor lashed out against both of them and fled. He eventually got the idea of being the protector of his homeland from reading books, and has made it his duty.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of his sister; and regain custody of his son

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Enemies, Mentor, Guardian, Family. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Thin and wheezing

Possessions: 5000 sp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A thin man, he clearly needs to put on some weight, but he still has a lot of muscle. He prefers to wear the grand gowns of high society. He carries his fan with him everywhere and carries himself as the perfect gentleman. His long silver hair reaches down to his waist. He is baby faced.

Personality: He is highly sensitive about his name. He loathes it, but will not take any guff about it from anyone. His philosophy is that everyone needs a friend and as such shows hospitality towards all.

History: Tomi was born in the east. At a young age he loved to build and create. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. 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: He is greedy; and he has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Athletic, Optimist, Persistence. Flaws: Sensitive. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Armorer

Voice: Hard of hearing, loud

Possessions: 400 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Wearing a closed helm and plate, one would not know what he was had he not made sure his armor was more form fitting than normal. Outside of the suit he prefers to wear flannel. His golden hair is knotted and matted. His hazel eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: He is a melancholic, but persistent worker. He resents family life and as such spurns the advances of admirers. He is a logical person and will generally grow upset if things defy logic and science.

History: His history is one of pain. He was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves his parents kept. A gifted student he started as a Carter, but he got bored and became a Layabout. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: He loathes his own lifestyle.

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Depressed. Bonds: Slave, Job. Occupation: Layabout

Voice: Low rumbling, strings words together

Possessions: 5000 cp. 1 Antitoxin.

Description: This man wears a white tunic with brown highlights, and long red pants that bunch up around his shoes. He has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized sapphire on his right hand. His chestnut hair is slicked back into a classic pompadour. His half smiles and amber eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: He is envious of other's things. He hoards treasure, art, food, wine, and anything that he so desires. Adran enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for his love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious eastern family, he was no stranger to responsibility. In his 12th year, while out on a day-trip, he returned to find his hometown burning and destroyed. He found his mother impaled in their home, and his father beheaded. He saw the man who walked out, and charged him in a blind rage. The man easily evaded and defeated him, leaving him to live broken and terrified. He leaves a trail of broken hearts and full pockets wherever he goes.

Motivation: He uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs; and money/treasure

Flaws: Greedy, Hedonist, Fearful. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Religious. Occupation: Slave Trader

Voice: French accent

Possessions: 400 gp.

Description: He is wearing a long, white cloak. He wears a Stetson hat to hide his balding. His voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: He is a very happy person and has lots of energy. To put it simply, he's a very lovable idiot. He tends to be very friendly, and is drawn to music, the smells of food and wine, and out-door festivals.

History: He is a Chromatic Dragon in disguise. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Scribe work with an outfit from a few towns over. Scribe work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He then took over the family business and is one of the better Scribe for hire.

Motivation: A deep hatred of drow; and he is not mentally stable, and does not behave rationally

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Adventurer, Job, Enemies. Occupation: Scribe

Voice: Prounounces S like Z

Possessions: 900 pp. Deep blue spinel (1500 gp). Alexandrite (1500 gp). Star rose quartz (80 gp). Deep blue spinel (1500 gp). Star rose quartz (80 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.