Description: He wears a fancy white suit. His white hair is knotted and matted. His fierce blue eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: He trusts no one. He is not readily capable for forgiveness and his ire never leaves him. His respect, as difficult as one would find it to earn, is unwavering; those who more than prove themselves to him, a bar set well above any reasonable standard, he tolerates in varying degrees. Though less modest and more hasty in his reactions to snap at those who irritate him, Ûkshak is combative with any and all who dare try his patience in the slightest.

History: When he was but 4 years old his parents immigrated from the north. Through the years after Ûkshak was born, his father became increasingly distant from his family, instead choosing to pursue power in the north. Ûkshak's father didn't care for him much, and the feeling was mutual. He routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: To end his boredom; and to share knowledge with the world

Ideals: Justice, Logical. Flaws: Antagonistic, Mundane. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant. Occupation: Seamstress

Voice: Hissing voice

Possessions: 8000 gp. An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (40 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (200 gp). Jeweled gold crown (7000 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (40 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (600 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (2000 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A pudgy man standing about 4'9" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He wears clothing that is held on in multiple layers but all of it is in poor condition. His blonde hair is greasy and uncared for. His brown eyes peer out from beneath his small violet hat.

Personality: He is not truly malevolent, but he is obsessed with painting. He constantly tries to fill his life with painting. As long as the job gets done he does not care how it got done.

History: He grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. He has had some formal painting training, and achieved minor success. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He seems to be bored by most things; and he is content

Ideals: Artistic, Professionalism. Flaws: Ugly, Mundane. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Miner

Voice: Low rumbling, strings words together

Possessions: 400 gp. Rhodochrosite (6 gp). Rich purple corundum (800 gp). Black opal (800 gp).

Description: He is a mite stocky and prefers to wear flannel. He has dyed his greying blonde hair a little too much giving a sharp blonde color. He was beautiful and young once, which still shows through his age, but it is a faded beauty.

Personality: He thrives on attention. He does whatever is in his power to gain the attention of whomever he deems a fit date. Any perceived weakness will be pressed and exploited. He is seen as merciless and passionate.

History: Sold as a small child to a slaver, Flak was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. His family was being driven out of business by several neighboring competitors. The father sought out extralegal help and others began closing their doors. He saw this and took pride in his father's willingness to do anything to win. He has gone from town to town till he finds a spot where he can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: He has decided he is irredeemable.

Bonds: Attractive, Criminal record, Mentor, Job. Occupation: Slave Trader

Voice: Pronounces difficult words wrong

Possessions: 900 gp. A pair of blacksmith’s puzzle; each has a pair of interlocked iron designs that users try to take apart and put back together (30 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1600 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (900 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A man with a calm yet intense air about him, he wears very tight pants and wife beaters, though occasionally he sports a brown coat. He sports a flattop fur cut. His eyes are yellow and catlike.

Personality: He is intelligent and cunning, but he will too often allow his rage to get the better of him. He will lose his cool and rely on brute force to carry the day. He has a cruel streak; something he gained from his previous mentor. He harbors resentment against his former mentor.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. 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 has became unsatisfied with his lot in life, and decided to take up adventuring.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him; and he's looking for his big break

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Mentor, Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Servant

Voice: Spits and sputters

Possessions: 900 gp. Jeweled electrum ring (2000 gp). A finely crafted rug of intricate, geometric designs worked with silver threading (50 gp). Jeweled gold crown (2000 gp).

Description: He has a missing right leg. He is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. He wears his blonde hair up in a very large beehive style do. His violet eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: He trusts no one. He is not readily capable for forgiveness and his ire never leaves him. He misses his home and complains about the freezing weather, even in summer.

History: Heir to a fortune, his parents put a great deal of effort into curing his disease. Through the years after Eberk was born, his father became increasingly distant from his family, instead choosing to pursue power in the north. Eberk's father didn't care for him much, and the feeling was mutual. He hopes to save up enough money to one day pay a cleric to cure him.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and he is greedy

Flaws: Antagonistic, Disease. Bonds: Immigrant, Rich. Occupation: Healer

Voice: Uses sign language

Possessions: 1 Tanglefoot bags. 4 Holy water. 4 Acid flasks.