Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. 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 brown hair is slicked back into a classic pompadour. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are blue.

Personality: A rambunctious noisy drunk he knows how to make people feel guilty. He does suffer from mild PTSD, and the sight of brigands may trigger it at times.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his father and mother. His father taught him the rudiments of the Cartwright arts, while his mother instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. He took after his father in leading caravans. Because they were valued, his father taught him to defend himself. When his father died while fighting brigands, the young Berrian began to lead the lost caravan. 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: Revenge; and he is greedy

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Depressed. Bonds: Immigrant, Enemies, Rich. Occupation: Cartwright

Voice: Relaxed voice

Possessions: 2000 sp. Bloodstone (80 gp). Jasper (80 gp). Freshwater pearl (16 gp). Alexandrite (1200 gp). Carnelian (80 gp). Rich purple corundum (700 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is an exceptionally muscular looking southern young adult. He wears tattered old clothes. Beneath his clothing is a huge mess of scar tissue. He wears his brown hair up. His violet eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: He loves telling others what to do and how they should feel about things. He plays an instrument quite well.

History: Mindartis lived on a farm with his father, near the main road leading to a nearby town. He has had some formal writing training, and achieved minor success. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Doesn't want to be a Adventurer and was forced into it by his family; and his relatives are trying to arrange a marriage

Ideals: Opinionated, Artistic. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Slave, Family. Occupation: Adventurer

Voice: Thin and wheezing

Possessions: 5000 gp. Deep blue spinel (1600 gp). Star ruby (1600 gp). Black pearl (1600 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This slender man stands about 5'2". He wears dark leathers with embroidery. His red hair is heavily combed to the right. His skin is flawless and his gray eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: Aggressive, abrasive, and angry, Laucian embodies much of what other species detest in the Elves. He is afraid of women and trembles around them

History: When he was but 7 years old his parents immigrated from the south. Ostracized due to the druidic powers of his oldest brother, he and his siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Elves became a terror of the countryside. After a long history of fighting, Laucian and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and to reunite with his absent father

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Antagonistic, Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Dutch accent

Possessions: 800 gp. Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1200 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1800 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2200 gp).

Description: Runty and weak-looking, he wears a fine chain shirt which he covers with pastel colored cloaks and clothing. His white hair is cut short. His blue eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: He is irascible and easily irritated. He is skeptical of what others tell him and is slow to trust.

History: He was born in the north, but his parents moved at a very young age to the west. Rolen was born on a far northern desert where he grew up under the tutelage of his mother, an expert Soapmaker. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC.

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic, Shy. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant. Occupation: Soapmaker

Voice: Deep voice with rolling R's

Possessions: 30000 sp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: An older man who likes to wear grey tank tops with red pants, he is not a threatening figure. His silver hair is slicked back into a classic pompadour. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his gray eyes.

Personality: He likes to brag about his accomplishments and constantly tries to beat others to the punch. Despite his manner, he is extremely passionate and proud of his job, and he prides himself in being thorough and never missing a detail.

History: He comes from a rich eastern family. He was one of the best in his class, and was picked up by his current employer. He quickly showed his capability and was soon promoted to a head role. He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: Obtaining odd cultural Elven artifacts is his passion; and meet up once more with his childhood friend

Ideals: Passionate. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Bowyer

Voice: Speaks fast with a slight lisp

Possessions: 300 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.