Description: He is a small man, but exceptionally fit. He wears a fancy black suit. He has blonde hair. His fierce blue eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: He is very quiet and rarely speaks above a whisper. He dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. His biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: He grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. 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. Heian fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: To end his boredom.

Ideals: Athletic, Logical, Fighting. Flaws: Shy, Mundane. Bonds: Attractive. Occupation: Server

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: 300 gp. 1 Chain shirt. 1 Half-Plate. 1 Breastplate.

Description: He is a man of bearing and well nourished. He likes to wear black tank tops with pastel pants. He wears a top hat to cover his moderate length chestnut hair. His skin is flawless and his green eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: He shows great sympathy to all travelers. He's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. Lûgnak is a bit of a follower. Usually he is manipulated by his sisters into helping them out, but recently he has become more of a free agent.

History: His arcane talent manifested at a young age. Aiming to upstage a rival house, his parents had him trained. He was a friend to animals and a trickster. In his defense of animals however he would do severe harm to people. He has been saving his money to try and buy his sister's freedom.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of his sister; and his relatives are trying to arrange a marriage

Ideals: Philantrophist, Gifted. Bonds: Attractive, Family, Nature. Occupation: Detective

Voice: Relaxed voice

Possessions: 140 gp.

Description: This man wears tattered old clothes. He has a penchant for wearing a ring with an oversized aquamarine on his right hand. He has dyed his greying red hair a little too much giving a sharp red color. His fierce hazel eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: He likes to make people angry or surprised. He is used to getting what he wants. In part because he is a meticulous planner.

History: He was born at the edge of vast plains. He inherited a moderately successful company from his mother. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. 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: Money/treasure; and he's repulsed by the pc

Ideals: Professionalism. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Nature. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Sighs a lot, exhausted

Possessions: 1000 gp. Carnelian (60 gp). Rock crystal (60 gp). Deep green spinel (100 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: His right side is far more bruised and cut up than his other. He very much looks the part of a Performer. His white hair is braided into rings. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: He is a jovial happy person, but he is convinced people are living their lives too quickly. 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: Tethren was born the youngest of three triplets. His mother disappeared, and while he tried to raise money to find his mother, he was betrayed dozens of times. Due to his spouse's obsession with being a Shoemaker they were divorced and he won custody of their daughter. He worked as a Performer, and he later adopted a second daughter.

Motivation: Expand his business.

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job, Family. Occupation: Performer

Voice: Uses lots of figures of speech

Possessions: Silver pearl (120 gp). Lapis lazuli (15 gp). Zircon (70 gp). Fire opal (1400 gp). Black pearl (1100 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A pudgy man standing about 3'2" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He wears rags and sports a simple walking cane. His hair is black and curly. His amber eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: He is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as he rather likes the sound of his voice. His demeanor is somewhat feminine. Any perceived weakness will be pressed and exploited. He is seen as merciless and passionate.

History: He was born in the south. 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. He was always very intelligent and has formed a secret society of philosophers.

Motivation: A strong sense of loyalty to Gnomish people; and he feels that his past leaves him morally obligated to help

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Secretive, Racist. Bonds: Poor, Criminal record, Immigrant. Occupation: Guard

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 500 gp. Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (1000 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (600 gp).