Description: Standing 6'1", this man prefers to wear flannel. He wears a colorful flower in his red hair. His amber eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: He can speak with the recently deceased. 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: He was born several months after his mother was called into army service. His first spouse was a Courier, they had one son, but his spouse won total custody. Without his spouse to temper him he grew out of control. Due to his spouse's obsession with being a Courier they were divorced and he won custody of their son. He worked as a Dyer, and he later adopted a second son.

Motivation: His relatives are trying to arrange a marriage.

Ideals: Gifted, Logical. Bonds: Attractive, Military, Family. Occupation: Dyer

Voice: Spits words with contempt

Possessions: 200 gp. Amethyst (160 gp).

Description: A stocky lighter skinned man, he dresses in collared shirts and wears a proper scarf over his head. His hair is chestnut, silky, and of moderate length. His fierce brown eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: He considers himself the protector of his home. He feels this is his duty and calling. He feeds upon the attention of others.

History: A powerful wizard made him what he is. He couldn't stand his childhood mentor and eventually formed a pact with his mentor's previously failed apprentice to rebel. When their plan failed the mentor lashed out against both of them and fled. He is untrained/undisciplined, which makes him dangerous.

Motivation: Someone believes him a fraud; and many orcs want him driven away

Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Attractive, Guardian, Mentor, Enemies. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Pronounces O like U

Possessions: 100 gp.

Description: He is a man of bearing and well nourished. He wears just a grey suit. His head has been shaved. He wears large thick round spectacles.

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. He loves being with his children and actually smiles when they are around. He would do anything for them. He dislikes his ex a great deal.

History: Peter hails from a village terrorized by dire rats. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Human companion (his 'brother'). He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: Revenge.

Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Family, Enemies, Adventurer. Occupation: Dyer

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: 100 gp. 2 Tanglefoot bags.

Description: He wears tight fitting clothing which further accentuates his frame. His long silver hair reaches down to his waist. His gray unseeing eyes seem to look past you.

Personality: Aggressive, abrasive, and angry, Clerebold embodies much of what other species detest in the Humans. He does not believe in violence as a means to an end. He is a dedicated Spice Merchant but believes his peers are too gung-ho.

History: He got into the Spice Merchant business at a young age. When he was little, his rather wealthy family often ventured across the desert to a summer home near a ruined castle. He would wander through that ruined castle and adventure through it for days. One day while adventuring a terrible storm took place and he was stranded inside. His family spent the next few days looking for him, and could only assume he was dead when it came time to leave. The family never returned to the desert due to the painful memories there. Clerebold took refuge in the ruined castle and found the beat up morningstar and armor he uses now. He has gone from town to town till he finds a spot where he can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: Sabotage a competitor; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Pacifist. Flaws: Disease, Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Nature. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 7000 sp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: 6'5" and muscular, this eastern man wears black leather gloves, a black jacket, and tight pants. He has shaved his head bald. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: Aldous speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. He is clearly well-traveled and educated. He claims to be unscrupulous but at the end of the day he will do what he thinks is right.

History: He is a Slaad in disguise. Brilliant and gifted he never wanted to apply himself. Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him.

Ideals: Athletic, Impeccable, Justice, Gifted. Bonds: Adventurer. Occupation: Unemployed

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 400 gp. 1 Masterwork Common Melee. 1 Masterwork Common Melee.