Description: A pudgy man standing about 3'11" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. His moppish black hair is in a traditional bowl cut. He has a dull look in his hazel eyes.

Personality: He shows great sympathy to all travelers. He's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. He is underhanded and not above using his wealth and body to get others to do his bidding.

History: Born in the south to a Banker, Rurik learned a great deal about his father's area of expertise. Rurik was orphaned to a temple shortly after his birth. He was raised by the temple staff to care always for others above himself and to hold his god always in his heart. He tends to his Banker job now, and dutifully fulfills any obligations he has.

Motivation: Marry his sister to traveling adventurers; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Philantrophist. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Religious, Family. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Spits words with contempt

Possessions: 60 gp. Hematite (13 gp).

Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He wears a shirt that is too small, which lets his gut show, with a ratty green coat over it. His scarlet crest is kept up in a ponytail inside a small hat. He has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. He wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: He is envious of other's things. He hoards treasure, art, food, wine, and anything that he so desires. He is obsessed with finding treasure.

History: Born in the west his family was never financially stable. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Dragonborn companion (his 'brother'). He is searching for what he claims is his rightful reward.

Motivation: He wants to meet his childhood hero; and he's looking for his big break

Flaws: Ugly, Greedy. Bonds: Immigrant, Adventurer, Poor. Occupation: Healer

Voice: Russian accent

Possessions: 500 gp.

Description: The man speaks with an almost imperceptible accent. He seems to always be the slightest bit damp as if he got out from a pool a few moments ago. He wears professional attire. He has wavy scarlet crest. He has red eyes and a tan hat with a grey feather.

Personality: He is extraordinarily passive and rarely speaks, let alone speaks his mind. He misses his home and complains about the freezing weather, even in summer.

History: He comes from a rich western family. When he was little, his rather wealthy family often ventured across the desert to a summer home near a old dungeon. He would wander through that old dungeon and adventure through it for days. One day while adventuring a terrible storm took place and he was stranded inside. His family spent the next few days looking for him, and could only assume he was dead when it came time to leave. The family never returned to the desert due to the painful memories there. Heskan took refuge in the old dungeon and found the beat up lance and armor he uses now. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: He is greedy; and he has money and likes to spend it

Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Rich, Nature. Occupation: Armorer

Voice: Spits words with contempt

Possessions: 2800 sp. 1 Masterwork Heavy wooden shield. 1 Masterwork studded leather.

Description: He is wearing a long, brown cloak. He is physically well-built. Sporting a white mohawk and bushy mustache this man's hair draws a lot of attention. His half smiles and gray eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: He believes mankind has become decadent and spoiled by the march of civilization and an end should come to life as we know it. He is however nostalgic and wants to reunite with his old comrades. He has some compunction and patriotism and will work for the government before all other clients.

History: He was born in a small island village. Cursed with unlife at a very young age, Bhevek has worked very hard to control his curse. In the meantime he has taken over work as a Adventurer and occasionally as a mercenary.

Motivation: Several ex partners dislike his way of doing things and want revenge; and wants to open a new tavern

Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Attractive, Nature, Adventurer, Job, Enemies. Occupation: Adventurer

Voice: High pitched, excited

Possessions: 18000 sp. Rhodochrosite (12 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He prefers to wear the grand gowns of high society. He carries his fan with him everywhere and carries himself as the perfect gentleman, and carries halberds. He has no fur. His hazel unseeing eyes seem to look past you.

Personality: He misses his glory days as an athlete. He does not mind his job, but it is boring in comparison. He loves teas. He is very sensitive about his face. To blow off anger he lifts weights and to control his otherwise explosive temper he works out a lot.

History: He was born into a rich family. He was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. He never won. Recently a tribe of drow attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Great fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: Money/treasure.

Ideals: Fighting, Athletic. Flaws: Ugly, Disease. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Miller

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 600 gp.