Description: An older man who is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time, he is not a threatening figure. His hair is black, silky, and of moderate length. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his green eyes.

Personality: Deceptive and manipulative this western guy figured out how to best use his charms to convince people to do what he wants. He is vehemently anti-magic. All of it is evil and corrupting in his opinion.

History: He was born into a rich family. 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 leaves a trail of broken hearts and full pockets wherever he goes.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it.

Ideals: Opinionated. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Military. Occupation: Hunter

Voice: Shortens vowels

Possessions: 2400 gp. Golden yellow topaz (800 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is an average looking northern male in his early mid-life. He wears a red cloak and cross-gartered grey stockings. His rusty crest is drawn into a tight pony tail with a card scrunchie. His eyes are a pleasant red.

Personality: He likes to make people angry or surprised. He invented a lineage for himself and claims to be descended from several legendary heroes.

History: Born to a Barkeep, his father struggled to pay the bills. Through the years after Shamash was born, his father became increasingly distant from his family, instead choosing to pursue power in the north. Shamash's father didn't care for him much, and the feeling was mutual. He now owns his own business.

Motivation: He is unsatisfied with his job; and a deep hatred of illithids

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Adventurer, Poor, Job, Enemies. Occupation: Barrister

Voice: Sighs a lot, exhausted

Possessions: 300 gp. Blue star sapphire (1500 gp). Star ruby (1500 gp). Deep blue spinel (1500 gp). White opal (1500 gp).

Description: This slender man stands about 3'3". He does not wear sleeves and tends to eschew shirts when he can avoid it. He has a long white beard with little hanging trinkets. His fierce amber eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: Friendly and accommodating he would invite many more into his home than his spouse would be comfortable with if they did not express concern about it. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: He was a bastard born out of an affair, and his father always resented and mistreated him for it out of spite. His father took him hunting and taught him how to get in the mind of other creatures. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: Wants a kiss; and he has a crush on the local guard

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Hedonist, Antagonistic. Bonds: Nature, Has a crush. Occupation: Bounty Hunter

Voice: Speaks fast with a slight lisp

Possessions: A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (80 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (110 gp). Solid gold idol (200 gp).

Description: He is dressed in earthy colors with a tan and blue handkerchief worn on his right side. He is bristling with hidden weapons, mostly pickaxes and bastard swords. His long red hair reaches down to his waist. His hazel eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: He is quiet and anti-social and can barely make it a few minutes in conversation before his hampering stammer kicks in. He cannot deal with unfamiliar people for more than a few minutes at a time and if they persist he will grow angry at them.

History: Born in the west his family was never financially stable. His family was being driven out of business by several neighboring competitors. The mother sought out extralegal help and others began closing their doors. He saw this and took pride in his mother's willingness to do anything to win. Days after completing his studies, news broke out that his hometown was attacked by giants. Ur-Dag was horrified and prayed that his father was alright. However, he heard that his father had died fighting off the giants.

Motivation: To be a Herbalist again; and he feels that his past leaves him morally obligated to help

Flaws: Shy, Antagonistic. Bonds: Criminal record, Poor, Enemies, Job. Occupation: Miner

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 300 gp.

Description: 5'6" and muscular, this western man wears rags and sports a simple walking cane. His black hair has been sun bleached extensively. He has silver eyes.

Personality: He is a jovial happy person, but he is convinced people are living their lives too quickly. He misses his home and complains about the freezing weather, even in summer.

History: When he was but 8 years old his parents immigrated from the west. Before the accident, he was one of the most outspoken anti-Tiefling activists. He was mortally wounded, saved by a kind and fast-acting Tiefling doctor. He has worked as a Performer like his mother before him.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and expand his business

Ideals: Athletic, Optimist. Flaws: Racist. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant, Job. Occupation: Performer

Voice: Uses sign language

Possessions: 80 pp. Carnelian (40 gp). Hematite (13 gp). Blue sapphire (700 gp). Azurite (13 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.