Description: He wears pastel robes with leather pauldrons. Though occasionally he wears more armor. He prefers to carry a rapier, but if one is not available he will default to his quarterstaff, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 5'11" when asserting himself. He is bald on top and has large blonde tufts of hair around his ears. His violet eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: Stoic and calm, he prefers to meditate than take action. He misses his home and complains about the freezing weather, even in summer.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. Ernest was born on a far northern forest where he grew up under the tutelage of his father, an expert Map Maker. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and to get a good night's sleep

Ideals: Disciplined. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Immigrant, Mentor. Occupation: Map Maker

Voice: Laughs frequently while speaking

Possessions: 2700 sp. Violet garnet (900 gp).

Description: He wears a robe, a symbol of death around his neck, and a monstrous two handed axe on his belt. His long golden hair reaches down to his waist. His eyes are violet and he is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. Around other people he will do his best to conceal his emotions and appear jolly.

History: His history is one of pain. He was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves his parents kept. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Jeweler work with an outfit from a few towns over. Jeweler work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He was forced to fight in gladiatorial arenas alongside his partner. They became the best of friends and one day they managed to break out together and then went their separate ways.

Motivation: He is currently in port desperately looking for someone to get him out; and expand his business

Ideals: Fighting, Optimist. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Slave, Job. Occupation: Jeweler

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: He is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. His skin is fair and his fingers are delicate and long. His white hair has been sun bleached extensively. He tend to wears goggles to shield his eyes.

Personality: He is a pretentious jerk insisting that modern society is full of problems and should revert to a simpler time. He pushes his goals aggressively. He is also a coward if confronted.

History: Born in a small village he learned the ways of the warrior from his father. His parents divorced when he was young, and his father gained full cudstody. He was regularly beaten by his father, who blamed him for driving them apart. He used his abilities to travel the world and help people.

Motivation: Several ex partners dislike his way of doing things and want revenge; and a deep hatred of illithids

Ideals: Fighting, Philantrophist. Flaws: Antagonistic, Fearful. Bonds: Enemies. Occupation: Servant

Voice: Dutch accent

Possessions: 300 gp.

Description: Relatively heavier built than your average man, he is not imposing. He wears a yellow vest with golden trim over his white shirt. His green leather gloves and pants are well-kept, and his yellow boots flare out at the collars. He wears his auburn hair down. His eyes are amber and catlike.

Personality: He is extraordinarily eccentric. He has a habit of throwing himself into exceedingly dangerous situations.

History: He was born in the east. Since his mother passed away years ago, his father had doted on him, and he came to think her himself as special and better than other people in town. A notion that was reinforced by his attractiveness, a trait in which he easily excels the other men of his town. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: To end his boredom; and he seems to be bored by most things

Flaws: Insane, Impulsive, Mundane. Bonds: Immigrant, Attractive. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: Sleepy voice

Possessions: 2900 sp. Carnelian (40 gp). Coral (140 gp). Malachite (4 gp). 1 Good lock. 1 Masterwork Thieves’ tools.

Description: A well shaped man just over fifty, he wears a shirt that is too small, which lets his gut show, with a ratty white coat over it. His chestnut hair is cut short. His ears are large.

Personality: He is calm most of the time but flees social interaction. Further he is a bit of a stoner and is frequently out of it.

History: He was born the only child of a wealthy merchant. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: Retire the richest man in the east; and to fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Shy, Addict. Occupation: Armorer

Voice: Jamaican accent

Possessions: 300 gp.