Description: This younger middle-aged man wears an old set of leather armor, nicked and torn by the ravages of time and battle, and a wedding ring on his left hand. He has a long black beard with little hanging trinkets. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: He hates dire rats. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. Further he is a bit of a stoner and is frequently out of it.

History: Born in the west his family was never financially stable. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Priest hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. He got away from his former life and has fallen to alcoholism.

Motivation: His name or reputation has been wronged in the past by dire rats, and he desires to right it; and many dire rats want him driven away

Flaws: Addict. Bonds: In love, Enemies, Poor. Occupation: Priest

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: 1400 gp.

Description: He is a husky man, who dresses well, wearing red shirts, loose pants, and blazers most of the time. His hair is chestnut and curly. 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 quiet and anti-social and can barely make it a few minutes in conversation before his hampering stammer kicks in. He is an amazing painter.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. Since his father passed away years ago, his mother had doted on him, and he came to think her himself as special and better than other people in town. A notion that was reinforced by his attractiveness, a trait in which he easily excels the other men of his town. He hasn't been sleeping well lately.

Motivation: He desires power and/or immortality; and to get a good night's sleep

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Insomniac, Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Poor. Occupation: Mason

Voice: Old thin voice

Possessions: 15000 cp. Carnelian (40 gp). Blue star sapphire (500 gp). Tourmaline (40 gp). White pearl (40 gp).

Description: This man stands a little under 5'10" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He prefers to wear flannel. He has black hair. He has gleaming, smiling green eyes.

Personality: He hates illithids. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. He lacks moral complications. He does what he is told to by employers but not much else. He spends his money on whatever he fancies at the time.

History: A child with a great deal of poetry talent his parents made sure he got the chance to thrive. Trey abandoned his home at a very young age, living in the fields and plains. He survived everyday through hunting and stealing from passersby. He did whatever it took for him to survive. In the meantime he has taken over work as a Assassin and occasionally as a mercenary.

Motivation: He wants nothing more than to rejoin the army; and he is unsatisfied with his job

Ideals: Artistic. Bonds: Enemies, Job, Adventurer, Military. Occupation: Assassin

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 300 gp.

Description: This late middle aged man does not wear sleeves and tends to eschew shirts when he can avoid it and is in decent physical shape. His hair is chestnut, silky, and of moderate length. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He seems absolutely devoid of it. He stares off into space and will respond with overly literal and minimalist answers to questions. Despite his manner, he is extremely passionate and proud of his job, and he prides himself in being thorough and never missing a detail.

History: His psionic talent manifested at a young age. Aiming to upstage a rival house, his parents had him trained. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He's also a talented Mason, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: Expand his business.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Rich. Occupation: Hunter

Voice: Stutters

Possessions: 200 gp. White pearl (120 gp). Blue quartz (5 gp). Jasper (40 gp).

Description: This man is bedraggled and starved. He is typically in his Scribe uniform. His chestnut hair is thinning but still full. His eyes are likewise violet. His teeth are white and perfect.

Personality: He fancies himself a trickster and likes to rely on his wits to carry the day. He cares for his older siblings and likes to be recognized by them. He is submissive, is generally bored by everything, but will take part in whatever people ask of him. He is by nature obliging.

History: Diggory was born with his father's beautiful face. He was one of the best in his class, and was picked up by his current employer. He quickly showed his capability and was soon promoted to a head role. By chance he met his brother recently and the two have been together since.

Motivation: To unite with his brother.

Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Job, Poor, Attractive, Family. Occupation: Scribe

Voice: Scandinavian accent

Possessions: 600 gp. Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1200 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (90 gp).