Description: He wears tattered old clothes. He is portly but not overly obese. He sports a long blonde beard, and similarly colored long hair. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: He considers himself the protector of his home. He feels this is his duty and calling. He has a minor phobia of water and hates getting wet.

History: He was born in the east, but his parents moved at a very young age to the north. In his 17th year, while out on a day-trip, he returned to find his hometown burning and destroyed. He found his father impaled in their home, and his mother beheaded. He saw the man who walked out, and charged him in a blind rage. The man easily evaded and defeated him, leaving him to live broken and terrified. He left for the east, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: To protect his home; and to clean up the streets

Flaws: Ugly, Insomniac, Fearful. Bonds: Guardian, Immigrant. Occupation: Locksmith

Voice: Speaks with back of mouth

Possessions: 20000 cp.

Description: The dark-skinned man stands 5'1" 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 brown hair is cut short with large spiked bangs in the front. His amber eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: Here is a man who knows he is the smartest in the room. He talks down to others constantly. As long as the job gets done he does not care how it got done.

History: He grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: To end his boredom; and he feels the way he acts is they only way to get by in the world

Ideals: Impeccable, Professionalism, Fighting. Flaws: Mundane. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Hunter

Voice: Excited and jittery

Possessions: 300 gp.

Description: A man with a friendly, welcoming air about him, he wears a tan coat over a brown low-cut shirt, and a wide-brimmed hat upon his head. His head has been shaved. This hazel eyed southerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: While he is on the job, he is grim and serious. He understands how dangerous the world is and the need to stay safe. He does suffer from mild PTSD, and the sight of dire rats may trigger it at times.

History: Heir to a fortune, his parents put a great deal of effort into curing his disease. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He knows his nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but him.

Motivation: Someone believes him a fraud; and he possesses a valuable artifact that the thieves guild wishes to steal

Flaws: Ugly, Disease. Bonds: Criminal record, Enemies, Rich. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Smoker's lung

Possessions: 300 gp. Rhodochrosite (7 gp). Tourmaline (90 gp). Red spinel (90 gp).

Description: A man with a cold, calculating air about him, he wears well tailored suits and hats with beautiful decoration. He is almost always dressed for an outing in high society. His brown hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. His skin is flawless and his blue eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: He is irritable and easily angered. He is a bit of a bully and is not afraid to use his stature and powers to intimidate and hurt. He has a minor phobia of water and hates getting wet.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his mother and father. His mother taught him the rudiments of the Spy arts, while his father instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. He inherited a moderately successful company from his mother. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. He knows his nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but him.

Motivation: Money/treasure.

Flaws: Antagonistic, Insane, Fearful. Bonds: Rich, Attractive. Occupation: Spy

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 300 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This man prefers to wear flannel. He is muscular with a powerful set of arms. He wears his hair in dreadlocks. He has a tattooed face.

Personality: He is erratic and paranoid. He believes illithids are coming to abduct people. He is often prim and proper but will on occasion tell either really disgusting or offensive jokes, which seem out of character.

History: His mother raised him in a mountain cabin. He made a point of taking high paying jobs and getting most of it up front. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to illithids demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: His spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion; and he wants to meet his childhood hero

Ideals: Joker. Bonds: Enemies, Nature, Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Farmer

Voice: French accent

Possessions: 600 gp.