Description: A moderately attractive man, he likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. His blonde hair is styled in orderly dreadlocks. His brown eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. He has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: He is curt in most of his responses. He prefers to keep his word usage to a minimum to avoid giving away unnecessary information. John enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for his love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: John was born with his father's beautiful face. He went to a religious school and was inspired by the priests there in charitable deeds. He's since become an addict/alcoholic.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs; and his religion dominates his actions

Flaws: Addict, Shy, Hedonist. Bonds: Attractive, Religious. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Indian accent

Possessions: 100 gp. 1 Magnifying glass.

Description: His skin has the orange glow of too much sun. He is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. His red hair has been sun bleached extensively. His hazel eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: Soft-spoken and well mannered, he has an amazing amount of patience and a slow boiling temper. Energy wise he seems alert and responsive.

History: He is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. While studying, he fell in love. They married and had a daughter. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

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

Ideals: Fighting, Disciplined, Professionalism. Bonds: Rich, In love, Adventurer. Occupation: Miner

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A man of a pale complexion, he is well dressed, constantly wearing a grey suit, violet shirt, and brown tie. He has moderate length chestnut hair. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

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. When he's not drinking or sleeping the drinks off, he's doing painting.

History: Gifted from a young age, Richard studied abroad. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). He now travels the world, in search of power and loot.

Motivation: A deep hatred of illithids; and to unite with his sister

Ideals: Artistic, Gifted. Bonds: Family, Adventurer, Enemies. Occupation: Beggar

Voice: Pronounces O like U

Possessions: 200 gp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.

Description: Wearing a closed helm and plate, one would not know what he was had he not made sure his armor was more form fitting than normal. Outside of the suit he wears a tattered pair of loose grey pants, a matching torn shirt, and a visible pair of similar condition same color briefs. He has golden hair. His green eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. He has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: While he acts the brute, he is far gentler than he would appear. He does not believe in violence as a means to an end. He is a dedicated Animal Trainer but believes his peers are too gung-ho.

History: Born in a small village he learned the ways of the warrior from his father. His spouse left him for another, whom he beat to an almost bloody pulp. He did not win them back, but he came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. Recently a tribe of drow attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Gerald fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever; and money/treasure

Ideals: Fighting, Pacifist. Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Dutch accent

Possessions: 400 gp. Citrine (40 gp). Deep green spinel (100 gp). 1 Disguise kit. 1 Silk rope. 1 Bullseye lantern.

Description: This late middle aged man is wearing dark clothing and a heavy breastplate, keeping many of his physical features obscured and is in decent physical shape. He has a white handlebar mustache and slicked back white hair. 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 barks his statements quickly and with little fuss. He prefers small words and is at his heart utilitarian. He will often invite strangers home for dinner and talk their ears off. He cares deeply for his spouse and does his best to make sure his guests look presentable.

History: He was born into a rich family. He has chosen to use the inheritance that was left to him frivolously. He has since married many spouses, only to have them die. He claims to not be responsible.

Motivation: To get a good night's sleep; and wants to have a good time and be beloved

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Insomniac, Terse. Bonds: In love, Rich. Occupation: Slave Trader

Voice: Speaks with a cold

Possessions: 300 gp. 2 Smokesticks. 2 Antitoxin.