Description: The dark-skinned man stands 5'11" and wears long strands of topaz and short tan dresses (or suits) accompanied by the proper stockings and shoes, with gloves of varying lengths. His hair, while still mostly black, has prominent grey streaks. He wears an eyepatch.

Personality: Cocky and sure of himself, he believes he is the best Merchant born in the past three hundred years. He tends to be very friendly, and is drawn to music, the smells of food and wine, and out-door festivals.

History: He was raised in a white middle class family as the only child. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. 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: He'd like to take his coworkers down a peg.

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Ugly, Mundane. Bonds: Rich, Job. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Jamaican accent

Possessions: 100 gp.

Description: He wears tight fitting clothing which further accentuates his frame, and he perpetually has his dagger ready. His hair is chestnut, silky, and of moderate length. His face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. His spectacle hidden eyes are a deep amber.

Personality: He is almost excessively polite to everyone, even when angry. He feeds upon the attention of others.

History: Tim was born with his mother's beautiful face. He graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. He advanced relatively quickly due to his good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. He's also a talented Carpenter, but doesn't like to broadcast it.

Motivation: He is terrified, and will act out of fear; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Shy, Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Military, Job. Occupation: Junk Dealer

Voice: Uses lots of figures of speech

Possessions: 1000 sp. A large tome filled with over one hundred recipes written by a former royal chef. (70 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (400 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (400 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1500 gp).

Description: He is a small man, but exceptionally fit. He wears a custom-built plate barding that's adorned with white lining and desert motifs. He keeps his white hair in a pixie cut. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: Prone to second guessing himself, he comes off as nervous. On top of that he is swayed by a pretty face, and while loyalty to his employer will always come first he doesn't like to hit women.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. He found a children's book about a Human Wizard 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 became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: Wants a kiss; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Shy, Disease. Bonds: Has a crush, Adventurer. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Uses lots of figures of speech

Possessions: 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He stands about 5'7" and prefers to wear the grand gowns of high society. He carries his fan with him everywhere and carries himself as the perfect gentleman. His right leg appears badly burned and disfigured. His hair, while still mostly auburn, has prominent grey streaks. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: He misses his glory days as an athlete. He does not mind his job, but it is boring in comparison. He uses divination through singing.

History: Peter hails from a village terrorized by illithids. After coming to the age of reason, Peter took it upon himself to study the martial arts in their entirety; because of this, he was labeled a dark omen and banished from his homeland. 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: Many illithids want him driven away; and a deep hatred of illithids

Ideals: Athletic, Gifted. Bonds: Rich, Enemies. Occupation: Healer

Voice: Creaky witch voice

Possessions: 100 gp. Rock crystal (40 gp). Black pearl (500 gp). 1 Banded mail.

Description: He wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. His red hair is singed and shortened. He has a dull look in his blue eyes.

Personality: He snorts whenever he laughs or is feeling confident. He uses his nature as a weapon; he likes to lead opponents to think him in distress.

History: Gilbert was born into a poor family. Growing up, he dreamt of becoming a Sorcerer, 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 Sorcerer in service of a powerful lord somewhere. Gilbert 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. He has dedicated himself to building a better village for his children.

Motivation: To reunite with his old friends; and he wants to meet his childhood hero

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Secretive. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Crown-heir

Voice: Eastern European accent

Possessions: 4000 sp. Aquamarine (1500 gp). Emerald (1300 gp).