Description: 5'7" and muscular, this northern man wears a shirt that is too small, which lets his gut show, with a ratty brown coat over it. He wears his blonde hair up in a very large beehive style do. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He shows great sympathy to all travelers. He's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. He does not trust anyone and sleeps with one eye open.

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. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He wants nothing more than to rejoin the army; and many goblins want him driven away

Ideals: Athletic, Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly, Insomniac. Bonds: Military. Occupation: Baker

Voice: Spits words with contempt

Possessions: 60 pp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He stands about 5'0" and wears dark leathers with embroidery. His left hand appears badly burned and disfigured. His silver hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. His violet eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: Eccentric and domineering, Balimaar will drive conversation. He constantly seizes attention wherever he goes and has come to expect this respect from everyone. He likes to think of himself as merciful, but nonetheless is very strict.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. He worked as a nervous Laborer and found it very stressful. He has achieved small success as a Laborer.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him; and he feels the way he acts is they only way to get by in the world

Ideals: Extrovert, Impeccable. Bonds: Mentor, Job. Occupation: Laborer

Voice: Soft and mumbly

Possessions: 1 Half-Plate. 1 Half-Plate. 1 Buckler.

Description: He wears well tailored suits and hats with beautiful decoration. He is almost always dressed for an outing in high society. He has no hair. He is missing an eye and his face is severely sunburned. His one remaining eye shines green.

Personality: He hates illithids. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. 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-brother.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. His parents were killed by illithids in a raid when he was still a young child. The illithids captured him, and made him a slave and general play-thing. He was beaten and tortured regularly, leading to his deformed appearance. Due to his spouse's obsession with being a Tanner they were divorced and he won custody of their daughter. He worked as a Cartwright, and he later adopted a second daughter.

Motivation: Someone believes him a fraud.

Flaws: Ugly, Disease. Bonds: Rich, Enemies, Family. Occupation: Cartwright

Voice: Indian accent

Possessions: Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (400 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (200 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (500 gp).

Description: This man is unhealthily muscled, almost every single one of his veins is visible when he is not flexing. His shirts and pants tend to be short and undersized for him due to the difficulty of finding a good tailor. His auburn hair and beard is wavy and long. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. His philosophy is that everyone needs a friend and as such shows hospitality towards all.

History: Guy was raised in a hard working conservative environment. His childhood dream was to be a Knight, but he was a colossal failure. He then took over the family business and is one of the better Carter for hire.

Motivation: Wants to work out more often; and to get a good night's sleep

Ideals: Fighting, Athletic, Optimist. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Carter

Voice: High pitched, excited

Possessions: 100 gp.

Description: He is of a modest build and height, but he carries himself more imposing than he is. He wears suspenders and tan workpants. His shirt is blue, and he wears a heavy tan leather apron most of the time. He has styled his auburn hair well, parting it to the left. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are green.

Personality: He is envious of other's things. He hoards treasure, art, food, wine, and anything that he so desires. He works hard and plays hard.

History: His mother raised him in a mountain cabin. He found a children's book about a Human Fighter 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 drifted apart from his friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature shield.

Motivation: To clean up the streets; and he has passion for adventuring and risk

Flaws: Greedy, Hedonist. Bonds: Nature, Adventurer, Guardian. Occupation: Mayor

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: Smoky quartz (40 gp). Citrine (40 gp).