Description: He is an exceptionally muscular looking western young adult. He wears a fine chain shirt which he covers with tan colored cloaks and clothing. Beneath his clothing is a huge mess of scar tissue. His hair is cut close to his head. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: He has a very dry and sarcastic sense of humor. He is not one for noise or eating so much, which is in direct contrast with his big mouthed big gutted partner. His partner is his best friend in the world. The two are very close despite being more or less each other's opposites. His brief stint in the army gave him the idea he was invincible and that he is the toughest man alive.

History: A child with a great deal of singing talent his parents made sure he got the chance to thrive. 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 became a plane-shifter, and is stopping over on this plane for a brief visit.

Motivation: He has passion for adventuring and risk; and obtaining odd cultural human artifacts is his passion

Ideals: Artistic. Bonds: Slave, Adventurer, Military, Enemies. Occupation: Weaver

Voice: Whispers

Possessions: 200 gp. 1 Disguise kit. 1 Silk rope.

Description: This fat southern man has a bulbous nose 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 skin is also unnaturally pale. His black hair is thinning but still full. His amber eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: He does not believe in betrayal or weakness as things to be tolerated. 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 to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: Wishes to resurrect an old love; and he is greedy

Ideals: Justice, Optimist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich, In love. Occupation: Bookbinder

Voice: Italian accent

Possessions: 400 gp.

Description: He wears a worn and beaten armor. He has shaved his head bald. He has gleaming, smiling hazel eyes.

Personality: He hates gnolls. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. His brief stint in the army gave him the idea he was invincible and that he is the toughest man alive.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. A few years later when the north was not economically sound they moved to his current location. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to gnolls demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: To reunite with his old friends; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Bonds: Enemies, Military, Immigrant, Adventurer. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: 100 gp. 1 Masterwork Artisan’s tools. 1 Magnifying glass.

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 grey painted combat armor at almost all times. His black hair is styled in orderly dreadlocks. He has blue eyes.

Personality: He exudes charisma. He is a tour de force of persuasion. A friendly and beautiful Human, he is rarely seen without a few beauties around his arms. Though a playboy in all rights, he is no lame duck.

History: The child of western immigrants he idolized his father. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. He has gone from town to town till he finds a spot where he can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: Many illithids want him driven away; and his name or reputation has been wronged in the past by illithids, and he desires to right it

Bonds: Immigrant, Attractive, Enemies, Job. Occupation: Jeweler

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 300 gp. Moss agate (12 gp). Blue quartz (12 gp). 1 Magnifying glass.

Description: This exceptionally lanky man wears well tailored suits and hats with beautiful decoration. He is almost always dressed for an outing in high society. His red hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. His voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: He will rave to anyone who will listen. He is cautious and jumpy. He reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

History: Frederick was born in the west. At a young age he loved to build and create. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He has made many enemies by not giving into corruption and outing many instances of it.

Motivation: Money/treasure.

Ideals: Persistence, Justice. Flaws: Insane, Fearful. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Beggar

Voice: Low rumbling, strings words together

Possessions: 700 gp.