Description: This man stands a little under 5'8" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He is dressed in an above average manner. He has wavy golden hair. His fierce brown eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: He speaks before he thinks and is too direct. He dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. His biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when dire rats swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. In his 10th year, his parents were killed by a dire rats raid, leaving Nicholas alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, he was adopted. He routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: His name or reputation has been wronged in the past by dire rats, and he desires to right it; and revenge

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Attractive, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Performer

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 1200 gp. Azurite (12 gp). Amber (100 gp). Rich purple corundum (400 gp).

Description: Dark and lean, he is a relatively plain man. He is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. His silver hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. His thin eyebrows rest above his beady blue eyes.

Personality: He is almost excessively polite to everyone, even when angry. He has no love for corruption and racketeering and views those as crimes of the highest magnitude.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his mother and father. His mother taught him the rudiments of the Masseuse arts, while his father instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. 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 now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: He wants to meet his childhood hero.

Ideals: Justice. Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Masseuse

Voice: Creaky witch voice

Possessions: 2100 sp.

Description: An older man who wears light armors faded through time and improper care, he is not a threatening figure. His black hair is knotted and matted. His gray eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: He considers himself the protector of his home. He feels this is his duty and calling. He is kind towards other men and children and will generally offer men help without question. Others will generally need to prove themselves to him.

History: Gerald 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. In his 10th year, his parents were killed by a illithids raid, leaving Gerald alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, he was adopted. He now spends his time doing works of charity.

Motivation: His name or reputation has been wronged in the past by illithids, and he desires to right it.

Ideals: Philantrophist. Bonds: Guardian, Poor, Enemies. Occupation: Carter

Voice: Old thin voice

Possessions: 700 gp. Amber (110 gp). Silver pearl (110 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This man is tall and muscular. He has a large black mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into his white robe. His long chestnut hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. His eyes are a pleasant hazel.

Personality: He is overprotective of those who hire his services. He takes great pride in his work and is very well organized. His planner is full of calendar events.

History: Rolf was born the youngest of three triplets. His mother disappeared, and while he tried to raise money to find his mother, he was betrayed dozens of times. He now has a substantial network of resources ranging from contacts to ships to peers.

Motivation: Wants to raise his children well; and retire the richest man in the north

Ideals: Athletic, Entrepeneur. Bonds: Guardian, Job, Family. Occupation: Glassblower

Voice: Sleepy voice

Possessions: 19000 cp.

Description: He is a mite stocky and wears a weathered and beat up set of banded mail beneath an oversized violet coat. His blonde hair is slicked back into a classic pompadour. His amber unseeing eyes seem to look past you.

Personality: He swings through moods quickly. One moment he is cool and collected, the next he is carried away by passions. He disdains his fellow westerners, claiming they make him look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Rolf grew up listening to his father's many stories. A freak accident while working with his Glassblower father left him crippled. 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 meet up once more with his childhood friend

Ideals: Passionate. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Immigrant, Adventurer. Occupation: Assassin

Voice: Laughs frequently while speaking

Possessions: 100 gp.