Description: A man with a warm, jovial air about him, he wears brown robes with leather pauldrons. Though occasionally he wears more armor. He prefers to carry a dagger, but if one is not available he will default to his hand crossbow. He has a long red beard with little hanging trinkets. His ears are large.

Personality: He acts crazy and hedonistic. He works hard and plays hard.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. 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 recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He is being blackmailed/forced/etc and this influences his actions.

Flaws: Ugly, Hedonist. Bonds: Poor, Criminal record. Occupation: Scribe

Voice: Rhymes sentences (sorry)

Possessions: 60000 cp. Solid gold idol (1100 gp). Solid gold idol (1100 gp). An elaborate, whalebone scrimshaw carving of intertwined orbs, each showing the legend of creation story (90 gp). A miniature golden chest with tiny emeralds lining the top (30 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is a small man, but exceptionally fit. He wears a weathered and beat up set of banded mail beneath an oversized green coat. He wears his brown hair up. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He takes his job very seriously, in part because he fears he cannot get a new one. He is accommodating to his spouse and as such limits his hospitality. He is brave and levelheaded in the face of danger and has proven himself a capable leader.

History: He was born in the south. Valafar was born on a far southern mountains where he grew up under the tutelage of his father, an expert Shepherd. He inherited the family business which he has now maintained for 3 years.

Motivation: Further expansion of business.

Ideals: Athletic. Bonds: Job, In love, Immigrant. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: Dark and ominous

Possessions: 500 gp.

Description: This slender man stands about 3'4". He sports black clothing, slightly heavier than average wear. His hair is auburn and very short. He has gray eyes.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. He is a big fan of imagination and believes people should spend more time reading and writing.

History: He comes from a rich eastern family. He struck it rich when he found rare goods in large quantities. Unlike his family, who was content to work in a sleepy main town, he wanted to work in the city. He has been working here for the past few years.

Motivation: A deep hatred of illithids; and he is greedy

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Shy, Mundane. Bonds: Rich, Enemies. Occupation: Farmer

Voice: Gruff and masculine

Possessions: 500 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: 4'10" and muscular, this northern man prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for his hunting needs. His auburn hair is cut short with large spiked bangs in the front. His thin eyebrows rest above his beady violet eyes.

Personality: He trusts no one. He is not readily capable for forgiveness and his ire never leaves him. 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: Born the oldest of a large religious northern family, he was no stranger to responsibility. He inherited a moderately successful company from his father. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: His religion dominates his actions.

Ideals: Athletic, Logical. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Religious. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Whispers

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: A moderately attractive man, he wears a custom-built plate barding that's adorned with black lining and desert motifs. His black hair has been sun bleached extensively. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: He is a Adventurer first and foremost. He believes firmly that knowledge should be universal. He lacks restraint and is impulsive. He jumps in and acts without thinking all too often.

History: Sold as a small child to a necromancer, Roondar was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. He went to a religious school and was inspired by the priests there in charitable deeds. He has worked as a Adventurer like his mother before him.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern.

Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Mentor, Religious. Occupation: Adventurer

Voice: Boston accent

Possessions: 2000 sp.