Description: The man speaks with an almost imperceptible accent. He seems to always be the slightest bit damp as if he got out from a pool a few moments ago. He wears black leather gloves, a black jacket, and tight pants. His black hair is braided into rings. He has several tiny topaz earrings on each ear.

Personality: Heward hangs on like a leech to those who appreciate him. It was this clingy personality that held back his painting career. 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: When he was but 3 years old his parents immigrated from the east. He moved from fad to fad and when he turned 15 he discovered painting. Since then, he has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved; and wishes to resurrect an old love

Ideals: Artistic, Optimist. Bonds: Immigrant, Rich, In love. Occupation: Barkeep

Voice: Hard of hearing, loud

Possessions: 400 gp. Sard (30 gp). Brown-green garnet (80 gp).

Description: This man wears rags and sports a simple walking cane. He is muscular with a powerful set of arms. His golden hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. His face is scarred and worn.

Personality: He's a bit of a prankster. He knows he is clumsy and seen as such and will often feign amnesia after injury. He is a bit of a xeno-phobe, disliking non-Humans.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when drow swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. 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 was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: His religion dominates his actions; and revenge

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Ugly, Racist. Bonds: Poor, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Priest

Voice: Complex vocabulary, royal

Possessions: 2900 sp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Uncommon Weapon. 1 Masterwork Common Ranged Weapon.

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. He has a moderate pudge and is not very fit. He has wavy blonde 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: Here is a man who knows he is the smartest in the room. He talks down to others constantly. He has a minor phobia of water and hates getting wet.

History: Percival was born the youngest of three triplets. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. By chance he met his sister recently and the two have been together since.

Motivation: He is greedy.

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Insomniac, Fearful. Bonds: Family, Rich. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 2300 sp.

Description: He wears a tan shirt, with a grey mid length shorts with grey tights and flats, usually wearing a coat over them, and he perpetually has his dagger ready. His brown hair, when down, is lengthy. He wears an eyepatch.

Personality: Aside from being a little slow due to sleep deprivation he is generally quite perceptive. He notices little details and can draw good conclusions from them. He is cautious and jumpy. He reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

History: He was born into a rich family. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: He is greedy; and to get a good night's sleep

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Insomniac, Fearful. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Actor

Voice: Soft and mumbly

Possessions: 300 gp. Rich purple corundum (700 gp). Amber (120 gp). Amber (120 gp). 7 Acid flasks. 4 Tanglefoot bags. 4 Alchemist’s fire.

Description: Dark and lean, he is a relatively plain man. He likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. His hair is golden, silky, and of moderate length. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: He is quite gentle and does not know the full extent of his strength. He works very hard to maintain that gentleness. To his fellows he is seen as friendly and intelligent, but is angry and unforgiving to the so called fatcats and any who do and have associated with them.

History: His mother raised him in a mountain cabin. At a young age he wooed the heart of his future spouse and the two had a long relationship before they wed. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to orcs demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: His name or reputation has been wronged in the past by orcs, and he desires to right it; and someone believes him a fraud

Ideals: Disciplined. Bonds: Attractive, Enemies, Nature, In love. Occupation: Miller

Voice: Sore throat, cough

Possessions: 2800 sp. Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (160 gp).