Description: This man stands a little under 6'6" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He wears a brown vest and prefers blue and yellow shirts. His boots appear to have been at one point steel toed but are quite worn down. His hair is chestnut and curly. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are gray.

Personality: He is a jovial happy person, but he is convinced people are living their lives too quickly. He is however greedy and will demand payment and proof of collateral's value and will produce a merchant's scale to make sure he is not cheated out of a speck.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when illithids swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. His parents were killed by illithids in a raid when he was still a young child. The illithids captured him, and made him a slave and general play-thing. He was beaten and tortured regularly, leading to his deformed appearance. He has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved.

Ideals: Optimist, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Servant

Voice: Pronounces 'its' and 'is' like 'eats' and 'ease'

Possessions: 100 gp. A silver and pearl hairclip (80 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (900 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (100 gp).

Description: He is in excellent shape and is constantly adorned with expensive silk clothing, often dyed in bright brown and black, and wears rings and necklaces with large, colorful gems. He sports a flattop hair cut. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: He believes mankind has become decadent and spoiled by the march of civilization and an end should come to life as we know it. He is obsessed with a lost civilization.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious southern family, he was no stranger to responsibility. His family was turned out during the war. He and his family wandered south to less war torn lands. He has drifted apart from his friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature ceremonial dagger.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and he is greedy

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: PTSD. Bonds: Rich, Nature, Adventurer, Religious. Occupation: Baker

Voice: Squeaky

Possessions: 22000 sp. Star ruby (1100 gp). Blue quartz (16 gp). Golden yellow topaz (600 gp). Brown-green garnet (140 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This light-skinned male wears a simple burlap shirt and baggy pants. He conceals his shortspear with his veritable burlap sack of a shirt. He is tall, broad shouldered and powerfully built. He wears a broad hat to cover his moderate length brown hair. His gray eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: Deceptive and manipulative this northern guy figured out how to best use his charms to convince people to do what he wants. He does suffer from mild PTSD, and the sight of brigands may trigger it at times.

History: He was born into a rich family. He struck it rich when he found rare goods in large quantities. He routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

Motivation: His religion dominates his actions; and a deep hatred of brigands

Ideals: Logical. Bonds: Attractive, Enemies, Rich, Religious. Occupation: Detective

Voice: German accent

Possessions: 300 gp. Freshwater pearl (15 gp).

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. His golden hair is drawn into a tight pony tail with a clover scrunchie. His fierce blue eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: In the realm of puns, he cannot help himself. He feels obliged to make them. He uses his nature as a weapon; he likes to lead opponents to think him in distress.

History: He comes from a rich northern family. His childhood dream was to be a Glassblower, but he was a colossal failure. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: Wants to raise his children well; and he is greedy

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Secretive. Bonds: Rich, Job, Family. Occupation: Miller

Voice: Squeaky

Possessions: 200 gp. Red spinel (60 gp).

Description: He is generally shirtless and showing off his tattooed chest. His skin is fair and his fingers are delicate and long. He has shaved his head bald. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are brown.

Personality: He shows great sympathy to all travelers. He's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. He can't help but pocket interesting objects he comes across

History: He was born at the edge of vast plains. 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 has recently gotten a pet goose that steals things from people.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and he has decided he is irredeemable

Ideals: Philantrophist. Bonds: Criminal record, Nature, Military, Job. Occupation: Servant

Voice: Speaks with squeezed throat

Possessions: Just what you see.