Description: This western man's face is deformed and paralyzed on one side. As such, he slurs his words together. He wears many layers of old clothing at all times. His hair is long and chestnut with streaks of white, and is pulled back with small pastel clips. His beard is white, braided, and well cared for. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are gray.

Personality: He is unhospitable to his core. His small house has "No trespassing" Signs all over it. He is fiercely devoted to his father, and views his father's ex-spouse as an evil person for separating him from his legal half-sister.

History: He was born in a small forest village. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Soapmaker hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. He has dedicated himself to building a better world.

Motivation: Regain custody of his daughter.

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Poor, Family, Nature, Adventurer. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Spits and sputters

Possessions: 390 pp. Golden yellow topaz (1600 gp). Rich purple corundum (1200 gp). Violet garnet (1600 gp). Red-brown spinel (60 gp). Sardonyx (50 gp). Freshwater pearl (10 gp). White pearl (60 gp). Freshwater pearl (10 gp). Blue sapphire (1200 gp). Deep blue spinel (1600 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He has a large yellow mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into his black robe, and he perpetually has his kukri ready. He has white crest. His eyes are red.

Personality: He has a very dry and sarcastic sense of humor. He is not one for noise or eating so much, which is in direct contrast with his big mouthed big gutted partner. His partner is his best friend in the world. The two are very close despite being more or less each other's opposites. 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 in the east to a Scribe, Shedinn learned a great deal about his father's area of expertise. In his 18th year, his parents were killed by a illithids raid, leaving Shedinn alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, he was adopted. He has achieved small success as a Scribe.

Motivation: To reunite with his old friends.

Ideals: Fighting, Logical. Bonds: Adventurer, Job, Enemies. Occupation: Scribe

Voice: Spits words with contempt

Possessions: 800 gp. Amethyst (130 gp). Eye agate (7 gp). Hematite (7 gp).

Description: This late middle aged man wears dull brown sweaters, loose blue pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath his sweater he keeps a concealed monstrous two handed axe, just in case and is in decent physical shape. His fur is cut close to his head. His hazel unseeing eyes seem to look past you.

Personality: He has two modes he varies between. On the job he is cold, steely and emotionless. Off the job he is a party animal. He is used to getting what he wants. In part because he is a meticulous planner.

History: The child of a Herbalist, who enjoyed hunting, Jade was taken on many hunting expeditions. There was a wharf not far from home where he often wandered off to fish. One night he noticed a nearby shooting star which he hiked out to see where it landed. It turned out to be an ancient artifact of some kind. He has done his darndest to repair it but it is currently non-functional.

Motivation: To be a Herbalist again; and balancing his hectic life and new bricklayer responsibilities is difficult

Ideals: Professionalism, Persistence. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Job, Nature. Occupation: Bricklayer

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 800 gp. Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (800 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (700 gp). Solid gold idol (700 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (4000 gp).

Description: This man is tall and muscular. He is armored in gleaming platemail with gilded edges. A flowing green cape and mantle trimmed with soft yellow waves gently in the breeze. His black hair is still thick. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his gray eyes.

Personality: While he acts the brute, he is far gentler than he would appear. As long as the job gets done he does not care how it got done.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his mother and father. His mother taught him the rudiments of the Merchant arts, while his father instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. 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 leaves a trail of broken hearts and full pockets wherever he goes.

Motivation: He uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs.

Ideals: Athletic, Fighting, Professionalism. Bonds: Rich, Attractive. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Timid voice

Possessions: 2900 gp. Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (170 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (800 gp). A finely crafted rug of intricate, geometric designs worked with silver threading (20 gp).

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he wears tight fitting clothing which further accentuates his frame. He has chestnut hair. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are blue.

Personality: He considers himself a man of culture and sophistication. He likes a good challenge to his wits. He also hits on women, regardless of circumstances.

History: When he was but 3 years old his parents immigrated from the north. He was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. He never won. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: Wants his loneliness to end; and to be a shipwright again

Ideals: Impeccable, Athletic. Bonds: Attractive, Has a crush, Immigrant, Job. Occupation: Jeweler

Voice: Whispers

Possessions: 340 pp. Jeweled anklet (4000 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.