Description: This malnourished man wears a fancy black suit. He wears a top hat to hide his balding. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: He is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as he rather likes the sound of his voice. His demeanor is somewhat feminine. He is a logical person and will generally grow upset if things defy logic and science.

History: Sold as a small child to a slaver, Ernest was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. He routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and to fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever

Ideals: Optimist, Logical, Fighting. Bonds: Attractive, Poor, Mentor. Occupation: Jeweler

Voice: Scratchy, weak

Possessions: Just what you see.

Description: This man does not wear sleeves and tends to eschew shirts when he can avoid it, and sports empty pouches on his belt. His hair is always cut to a buzz. He wears an eyepatch.

Personality: He is a very philanthropic person; he spends his free time working at various soup kitchens. He does not trust anyone and sleeps with one eye open.

History: He got into the Soapmaker business at a young age. His parents enrolled him in a Warrior school at a young age so that he could practice his psionic talents. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor.

Ideals: Philantrophist, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Insomniac. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Soft and melodious

Possessions: 900 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Runty and weak-looking, he sports brown clothing, slightly heavier than average wear. His long golden hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: He is not truly malevolent, but he is obsessed with music. He constantly tries to fill his life with music. He passes on several rewards to people in need. He makes a point to leave places better than he found them.

History: Sold as a small child to a brothel owner, Theodoric was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. 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 was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: To end his boredom; and he would like to get married and retire

Ideals: Artistic, Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Mentor. Occupation: Masseuse

Voice: Italian accent

Possessions: 300 gp.

Description: He wears an old set of leather armor, nicked and torn by the ravages of time and battle. He carries a battered longsword and tarnished quarterstaff as well. His auburn hair has been sun bleached extensively. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: He is quite rude, and likes to deride his opponents skill and shout insults at them. He also hits on women, regardless of circumstances.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Kyle grew up listening to his father's many stories. He found a children's book about a Human Adept who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. He modeled his life after the story, seeing himself destined a hero. He has recently attracted an admirer that believes he's playing hard to get.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and to settle down with his crush

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Has a crush, Adventurer. Occupation: Carpenter

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: 20 pp. Carnelian (30 gp). 1 Superior lock. 1 Healer’s kit. 1 Small steel mirror.

Description: Relatively heavier built than your average man, he is not imposing. He is dressed in an above average manner. His blonde hair and beard is wavy and long. His eyes are violet.

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. Around other people he will do his best to conceal his emotions and appear jolly.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when illithids swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. Over the years he perfected his riding and shooting skills. He bought a spear and has really upped his game hunting, due to his understanding of decoy and ambush.

Motivation: His religion dominates his actions; and he wants revenge against illithids

Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Nature, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Priest

Voice: Hollow voice

Possessions: 6000 sp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon.