Description: He is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time, and he perpetually has his greatsword ready. His red hair is knotted and matted. He was beautiful and young once, which still shows through his age, but it is a faded beauty.

Personality: Deceptive and manipulative this eastern guy figured out how to best use his charms to convince people to do what he wants. He is accommodating to his spouse and as such limits his hospitality. He is brave and levelheaded in the face of danger and has proven himself a capable leader.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Aldous grew up listening to his mother's many stories. Over the years he perfected his riding and shooting skills. He now travels the world, in search of power and loot.

Motivation: Obtaining odd cultural Human artifacts is his passion.

Ideals: Fighting. Bonds: Attractive, In love, Adventurer, Nature. Occupation: Baker

Voice: Farmer accent

Possessions: 600 gp. Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Solid gold idol (900 gp). Solid gold idol (900 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A middle-aged man, he is wearing a long, black, dusty cloak, and is pretty ugly. He has a long silver beard with little hanging trinkets. His violet eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: He tends to agree with only himself unless someone else's opinion sounds like he can profit from it. He tries to control his temper but he can't always stop himself from what he feels what must be done. He is able to fit into much smaller and tighter spaces than normal.

History: He was born in a small island village. His father took him hunting and taught him how to get in the mind of other creatures. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to illithids demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: To prove his worth to the world; and revenge

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Impulsive. Bonds: Nature, Enemies. Occupation: Butcher

Voice: Pronounces 'its' and 'is' like 'eats' and 'ease'

Possessions: 400 gp.

Description: He is of a modest build and height, but he carries himself more imposing than he is. He wears loose pants and a collared shirt complete with sweater beneath his coat. He sports a flattop hair cut. His blue eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: William is a sociable creature first and foremost. He loves to listen to people at length before talking their ear off. He can carry on conversation for hours and will do so. More though he will beg to come along on any journeys. He will attempt to stowaway on any ship he can in the hopes that it will get him further away.

History: He was born at the edge of vast island. Over the years he perfected his riding and shooting skills. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: He has a crush on the local Apothecary; and wants his loneliness to end

Ideals: Extrovert. Bonds: Slave, Nature, Rich, Has a crush. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Uses lots of figures of speech

Possessions: 600 gp.

Description: With yellow face paint in a stripe pattern across his face, he wears rags and sports a simple walking cane. His tied-back hair is chestnut. His green eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: He hates orcs. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. He is cautious and jumpy. He reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

History: Hugh 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. Because his father participated in the massacre of their homeland, orcs burned their ranch to the ground and forced them out. He was preparing to flee to the west, but the outbreak of war prevented him and his mother from journeying west to reunite his family. He eventually got the idea of being the protector of his homeland from reading books, and has made it his duty.

Motivation: He has passion for adventuring and risk; and he desires power and/or immortality

Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Poor, Enemies, Immigrant, Guardian, Adventurer. Occupation: Bricklayer

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 100 gp. Coral (90 gp). Malachite (13 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is in excellent shape and is wearing a tight black one piece outfit complete with pants, hood, and a cape. He wears a feathered hat to hide his balding. 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 a melancholic, but persistent worker. He resents family life and as such spurns the advances of admirers. He loves his children and doesn't want them to worry about him. He loves to share his poetry with anyone who is interested.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, William grew up listening to his father's many stories. He was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. He never won. He hasn't been sleeping well lately.

Motivation: An old rival family wants him found; and his spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion

Ideals: Athletic, Artistic. Flaws: Insomniac, Depressed. Bonds: Family. Occupation: Butcher

Voice: Creaky witch voice

Possessions: 100 gp. Eye agate (9 gp).