Description: He appears as an extremely gaunt Human, and stands approximately 6'2". He is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright black and red, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems, and his gloved hand is found clutching a warhammer. His hair is greying and his face has many wrinkles. He was beautiful and young once, which still shows through his age, but it is a faded beauty.

Personality: He considers himself the protector of his home. He feels this is his duty and calling. He does suffer from mild PTSD, and the sight of brigands may trigger it at times.

History: Sold as a small child to a slaver, Alexandre 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 knows his nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but him.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and he has money and likes to spend it

Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Guardian, Enemies, Mentor, Religious. Occupation: Interpreter

Voice: Speaks fast with a slight lisp

Possessions: 1900 sp.

Description: A man of a pale complexion, he wears dark leathers with embroidery. With a patchy red beard and wild red hair. This blue eyed southerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. Around other people he will do his best to conceal his emotions and appear jolly.

History: Heward hails from a village terrorized by illithids. In his 17th year, his parents were killed by a illithids raid, leaving Heward alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, he was adopted. He has drifted apart from his friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature pickaxe.

Motivation: He has a rivalry with the Church that dominates his actions; and he wants to meet his childhood hero

Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Enemies, Adventurer, Religious. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Low and grunting

Possessions: 500 gp.

Description: An older man who is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down, he is not a threatening figure. His red hair is cut jaggedly and amateurishly. His green eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: In the realm of puns, he cannot help himself. He feels obliged to make them. He cannot resist a sob story and will often dote over anyone who has one.

History: Simon was born to in a poor docking district. He spent his early days working in the same smith shop his father was employed at, doing general labor. 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. Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: His religion dominates his actions; and to reunite with his old friends

Ideals: Joker, Philantrophist. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer, Religious. Occupation: Sellsword

Voice: French accent

Possessions: 300 gp. Tourmaline (130 gp).

Description: This man sports tan clothing, slightly heavier than average wear. He is muscular with a powerful set of arms. His hair is black, silky, and of moderate length. He has a tattooed face.

Personality: He is shy and timid. He has not had much interaction with people and is skittish around them. He invites people to come help in his community garden.

History: Trained by his father for as long as he can remember he had it drilled in his head that it was his duty to serve his country. His father disappeared, and while he tried to raise money to find his father, he was betrayed dozens of times. He now spends his time doing works of charity.

Motivation: He wants nothing more than to rejoin the army; and his relatives are trying to arrange a marriage

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Military, Family. Occupation: Fortune-teller

Voice: Voice breaks

Possessions: 100 gp. Blue quartz (16 gp). Peridot (70 gp). Red-brown spinel (50 gp). Hematite (16 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is a small man, but exceptionally fit. He wears a pastel Stetson hat and pastel clothes. He wears his auburn hair down. His hazel eyes are passionate and lively.

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 is harsh and unforgiving.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Cook work with an outfit from a few towns over. Cook work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He has drifted from career to career and currently works as a Cook.

Motivation: Many giants want him driven away; and his name or reputation has been wronged in the past by giants, and he desires to right it

Ideals: Athletic, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Job, Enemies. Occupation: Cook

Voice: Timid voice

Possessions: 48000 sp.