Description: Dark and lean, he is a relatively plain man. He wears clothing that is held on in multiple layers but all of it is in poor condition. His black hair has been sun bleached extensively. His gray eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: He is filled with cunning. He likes to feign weakness letting people think he is weak. He is afraid of women and trembles around them

History: Sold as a small child to a brothel owner, Paelias was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. He went to a religious school and was inspired by the priests there in charitable deeds. He remains aloof and afraid to be himself due to all the ideals others have placed upon him.

Motivation: He has a rivalry with the Church that dominates his actions.

Flaws: Secretive, Shy. Bonds: Poor, Mentor, Religious. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Pirate accent

Possessions: 1000 pp. Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (100 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1000 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (1500 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1000 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1000 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (500 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1500 gp). Gold and ruby ring (8000 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1500 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1500 gp).

Description: He is of a modest build and height, but he carries himself more imposing than he is. He prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for his hunting needs. He keeps his white hair in a pixie cut. His violet eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: He thrives on attention. He does whatever is in his power to gain the attention of whomever he deems a fit date. His home and work are filled with various knick knacks he has acquired through the years. He cares a great deal for his adopted teenage daughter.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his father and mother. His father taught him the rudiments of the Miller arts, while his mother instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. His first spouse was a Engraver, they had one daughter, but his spouse won total custody. Without his spouse to temper him he grew out of control. Being a Miller kept his interest for a while, but then he became depressed and bored. So he turned to a secret life of crime, taking increasingly more risks and challenges.

Motivation: A deep hatred of gnolls; and a rival would like him out of the picture

Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Family, Criminal record, Enemies. Occupation: Miller

Voice: Russian accent

Possessions: Carnelian (70 gp). Iolite (70 gp).

Description: He is lean but muscular and wears well tailored suits and hats with beautiful decoration. He is almost always dressed for an outing in high society. His silver hair and beard is wavy and long. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: Aside from being a little slow due to sleep deprivation he is generally quite perceptive. He notices little details and can draw good conclusions from them. He moves from fascination to fascination almost instantaneously. If something can keep his interest for a month it is impressive.

History: He was born at the edge of vast forest. Peren abandoned his home at a very young age, living in the fields and plains. He survived everyday through hunting and stealing from passersby. He did whatever it took for him to survive. 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: He desires power and/or immortality; and obtaining odd cultural elven artifacts is his passion

Flaws: Insomniac, Hedonist. Bonds: Rich, Nature, Adventurer. Occupation: Hunter

Voice: Boston accent

Possessions: 900 gp. Chalcedony (50 gp). Black opal (800 gp). Deep blue spinel (700 gp). 1 Chain shirt.

Description: A moderately attractive man, he wears a black collared shirt and white pants. He accessorizes with a green scarf around the waist and a strap diagonally across his shirt. Sporting a white mohawk and bushy mustache this man's hair draws a lot of attention. His blue eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: Paelias speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. He is clearly well-traveled and educated. He would rather hide behind his crafts than deal with other people.

History: He was born in a small forest village. He was a friend to animals and a trickster. In his defense of animals however he would do severe harm to people. He remains aloof and afraid to be himself due to all the ideals others have placed upon him.

Motivation: He feels the way he acts is they only way to get by in the world.

Ideals: Impeccable, Artistic. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Nature. Occupation: Fletcher

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

Possessions: 1000 gp. Gold cup set with emeralds (9000 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (2000 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (3000 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (160 gp). Silver ewer (60 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (160 gp). Old masterpiece painting (2000 gp). Old masterpiece painting (2000 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: He is a pot bellied northern man with a big hulking figure and broad shoulders. He wears suspenders and blue workpants. His shirt is tan, and he wears a heavy blue leather apron most of the time. His brown hair is braided into rings. His violet eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: He is happy with his job as a Herbalist. He turns his eye from what people do, preferring to live and let live. His philosophy is that everyone needs a friend and as such shows hospitality towards all.

History: He got into the Herbalist business at a young age. Being born in the north, he completed his medical training abroad so as to avoid the war. He returned after the war having achieved medical proficiency. He was a general practitioner in the north for years, until he, through no fault of his own, lost a patient who had a very powerful family. Rather than risk reprisal he made his way west. He is untrained/undisciplined, which makes him dangerous.

Motivation: Regain custody of his daughter; and balancing his hectic life and new herbalist responsibilities is difficult

Ideals: Athletic, Optimist. Flaws: Insane. Bonds: Job, Family. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: Cold and demanding tone

Possessions: 9000 sp.