Description: An older man who wears a brown wide-brimmed hat and brown clothes, he is not a threatening figure. With bright white hair and a scraggly beard. He has brown eyes.

Personality: He does not believe in betrayal or weakness as things to be tolerated. His temper goes off on the smallest of things. He tends to lash out at those around him.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Nicholas grew up listening to his mother's many stories. His mother had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. 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: His spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion; and his relatives are trying to arrange a marriage

Ideals: Justice. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Adventurer, Rich, Family. Occupation: Mason

Voice: Speaks fast with a slight lisp

Possessions: 400 gp. 1 Climber’s kit.

Description: He is a husky man, who wears green painted combat armor at almost all times. His head has been shaved. He is missing an eye and his face is severely sunburned. His one remaining eye shines hazel.

Personality: He is quiet and anti-social and can barely make it a few minutes in conversation before his hampering stammer kicks in. He has the money to obtain near anything and knows that if you pay a man enough he will sell his own mother. Money is his most trusted friend.

History: A powerful slaver made him what he is. 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 a rival would like him out of the picture

Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Rich, Mentor. Occupation: Stylist

Voice: Italian accent

Possessions: 300 gp.

Description: This man stands a little under 6'6" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He prefers to wear flannel. His golden hair has been sun bleached extensively. His hazel eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: Arnold speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. He is clearly well-traveled and educated. He is a thrill seeker, he laughs at people and throws down challenges. He is highly competitive and combative.

History: He was born to loving parents in a slum to the east. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). He is untrained/undisciplined, which makes him dangerous.

Motivation: He doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes.

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Adventurer, Poor. Occupation: Laborer

Voice: Booming voice

Possessions: 200 gp. Large well-done wool tapestry (400 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (900 gp).

Description: This man is very fat, and is wearing dark clothing and a heavy breastplate, keeping many of his physical features obscured. Sporting a brown mohawk and bushy mustache this man's hair draws a lot of attention. He has a tattooed face.

Personality: He will rave to anyone who will listen. He does suffer from mild PTSD, and the sight of illithids may trigger it at times.

History: Lewis hails from a village terrorized by illithids. He found a children's book about a Human Fighter 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 has a substantial network of resources ranging from contacts to ships to peers.

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

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Insane. Bonds: Enemies, Adventurer. Occupation: Miner

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: 39000 sp.

Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He tends to wear a heavy leather apron. Coupled with his rolled up shirt sleeves this gives him a very relaxed look. His hair is brown and curly. His eyes are likewise hazel.

Personality: He loves justice and goodness and right action. Anyone who does not fulfill this criteria perfectly will no doubt get a lecture from him. He is the most sanctimonious self-righteous Human in existence. A true patriot, Peter would do anything for his country. He is fiercely protective of his fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: Born to a Hunter, his father struggled to pay the bills. His first spouse was a Hunter, they had one daughter, but his spouse won total custody. Without his spouse to temper him he grew out of control. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: His spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion; and he feels that his past leaves him morally obligated to help

Ideals: Justice. Bonds: Immigrant, Military, Poor, Family, Criminal record. Occupation: Map Maker

Voice: Timid voice

Possessions: 5000 cp.