Description: This late middle aged man tends to wear a heavy leather apron. Coupled with his rolled up shirt sleeves this gives him a very relaxed look and is in decent physical shape. His chestnut hair is lengthy and is close to two feet long. His fierce black eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: He is curt in most of his responses. He prefers to keep his word usage to a minimum to avoid giving away unnecessary information. He is very protective of his business, his home, and his spouse. He is willing to work with less than legal methods but maintains the front of legitimacy.

History: Morthos was born into a poor family. Growing up, he dreamt of becoming a Bard, to bring honor to his family’s name. When he came of age, he applied for a position with his town's local guard, looking to work his way up via merit and eventually become a Bard in service of a powerful lord somewhere. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Tiefling companion (his 'brother'). 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: Many gnolls want him driven away; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Criminal record, Poor, Adventurer, Enemies. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: Aggressive tone

Possessions: 90 pp.

Description: He wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 4'3" when asserting himself. He sports a flattop hair cut. His violet eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. He has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: He hates dire rats. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. Despite his manner, he is extremely passionate and proud of his job, and he prides himself in being thorough and never missing a detail.

History: Vonbin was born in the west. At a young age he loved to build and create. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Jeweler work with an outfit from a few towns over. Jeweler work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He has set out to sabotage the competition.

Motivation: Expand his business.

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Persistence. Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Enemies, Job. Occupation: Jeweler

Voice: Adds syll-ab-les for em-pha-sis

Possessions: 100 gp.

Description: A plain young-adult man, he is wearing a long, grey, dusty cloak. He wears his golden hair up in a very large beehive style do. He has a dull look in his violet eyes.

Personality: He is quite rude, and likes to deride his opponents skill and shout insults at them. He will do just about anything if he becomes convinced it is for someone's true love, of this he is easily convinced.

History: He was born in the east. His first spouse was a Brewer, they had one son, but his spouse won total custody. Without his spouse to temper him he grew out of control. He has since lost track of the people in his past.

Motivation: He's attracted to the PC; and expand his business

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Has a crush, Immigrant, Family, Job. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: 180 gp.

Description: He is of a modest build and height, but he carries himself more imposing than he is. He wears a white shirt, with a black mid length shorts with black tights and flats, usually wearing a coat over them. His silver hair is greasy and uncared for. He has amber eyes.

Personality: He misses his glory days as an athlete. He does not mind his job, but it is boring in comparison. He does not regard money as being a problem because it has never been a problem for him. He lives in a bit of an ivory tower believing all problems are one quick intervention away from being solved.

History: He was born with several neurological imbalances, which makes sleep difficult for him. It may also be what makes him so good at details. Cursed with vampirism at a very young age, Nicholas has worked very hard to control his curse. He hasn't been sleeping well lately.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and he has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Ugly, Disease, Insomniac. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Speaks like tongue is numb

Possessions: 70 gp. Jade (80 gp).

Description: This man stands a little under 6'8" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He is armored in gleaming platemail with gilded edges. A flowing tan cape and mantle trimmed with soft black waves gently in the breeze. His fur is black and curly. His eyes are blue and beady.

Personality: Aggressive, abrasive, and angry, Shifting embodies much of what other species detest in the Tabaxis. He does not regard money as being a problem because it has never been a problem for him. He lives in a bit of an ivory tower believing all problems are one quick intervention away from being solved.

History: Trained by his father for as long as he can remember he had it drilled in his head that it was his duty to serve his country. Before the accident, he was one of the most outspoken anti-Tabaxi activists. He was mortally wounded, saved by a kind and fast-acting Tabaxi doctor. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC.

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Racist. Bonds: Rich, Military. Occupation: Sailor

Voice: Soothing and warm

Possessions: 100 gp. Fiery yellow corundum (800 gp).