Description: He wears a yellow armored body suit, with a simple green line shooting up and back down. He has shaved his head bald. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

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. The war was a terrible time for him, and Frederick does not often speak of it. When he does, he does so with a strained expression and tears in his eyes.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his father and mother. His father taught him the rudiments of the Carpenter arts, while his mother instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. Since then, he has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: He feels kind of lost in life; and money/treasure

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Depressed. Bonds: Military, Rich. Occupation: Carpenter

Voice: Speaks with lower jaw sticking out

Possessions: 600 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This late middle aged man is generally shirtless and showing off his tattooed chest and is in decent physical shape. He wears his black hair up. His face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. His spectacle hidden eyes are a deep blue.

Personality: He is quite rude, and likes to deride his opponents skill and shout insults at them. He cannot resist a sob story and will often dote over anyone who has one.

History: Geoffrey was born in the north. At a young age he loved to build and create. His father was very strict, and drilled into him lessons on being the perfect gentleman. After a long history of fighting, Geoffrey and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC.

Ideals: Philantrophist, Persistence, Impeccable. Flaws: Antagonistic. Occupation: Interpreter

Voice: Australian accent

Possessions: Jeweled electrum ring (3000 gp). A pair of silk slippers encrusted with tiny pearls. (80 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp).

Description: Relatively heavier built than your average man, he is not imposing. He wears professional attire. He has a very tight haircut. His eyes are gray and catlike.

Personality: This man loves singing and to teach people singing more than just about anything. He does suffer from mild PTSD, and the sight of illithids may trigger it at times.

History: He was born on a small isolated farm. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: A deep hatred of illithids; and revenge

Ideals: Artistic. Bonds: Attractive, Enemies, Nature, Adventurer. Occupation: Farmer

Voice: Spits and sputters

Possessions: 25000 cp.

Description: This northern man's face is deformed and paralyzed on one side. As such, he slurs his words together. He wears a suit in poor condition. It has not been laundered in sometime and has been worn in activities one would not normally wear a suit during. His red hair is heavily combed to the right. His eyes are a pleasant green.

Personality: He swings through moods quickly. One moment he is cool and collected, the next he is carried away by passions. His philosophy is that everyone needs a friend and as such shows hospitality towards all.

History: Born in the north to a Bather, Alexandre learned a great deal about his father's area of expertise. He helped his father out around the business and became quite the natural. When he grew older, he became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. He began work as a mercenary for hire. He would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: He's looking for his big break; and he desires power and/or immortality

Ideals: Passionate, Optimist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Adventurer, Job. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Spits and sputters

Possessions: 4000 cp. 1 Backpack. 1 Bullseye lantern. 1 Good lock.

Description: He is dressed in earthy colors with a brown and violet handkerchief worn on his right side. His hair is short and chestnut. He wears an eyepatch.

Personality: He considers himself a man of culture and sophistication. He likes a good challenge to his wits. He works hard and plays hard.

History: Manfred was born into a poor family. Growing up, he dreamt of becoming a Expert, to bring honor to his family’s name. When he came of age, he applied for a position with his town's local guard, looking to work his way up via merit and eventually become a Expert in service of a powerful lord somewhere. His first spouse was a Dilettante, they had one daughter, but his spouse won total custody. Without his spouse to temper him he grew out of control. He has dedicated himself to building a better trade route.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of his brother; and he desires power and/or immortality

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly, Hedonist. Bonds: Adventurer, Poor, Family. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Hard of hearing, loud

Possessions: 60 pp. Lapis lazuli (7 gp).