Description: An older man who wears an old set of leather armor, nicked and torn by the ravages of time and battle, he is not a threatening figure. His black hair is still thick. He has several tiny emerald earrings on each ear.

Personality: He has two modes he varies between. On the job he is cold, steely and emotionless. Off the job he is a party animal. Further he is a bit of a stoner and is frequently out of it.

History: His history is one of pain. He was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves his parents kept. A gifted student he started as a Locksmith, but he got bored and became a Stableman. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: Further expansion of business; and to be a locksmith again

Flaws: Addict. Bonds: Rich, Job, Slave. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: 1100 gp. Brown-green garnet (70 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1100 gp). Violet garnet (1100 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1100 gp). Pink pearl (70 gp). Chrysoprase (40 gp). Star rose quartz (40 gp).

Description: This western man wears many layers of old clothing at all times. His clothes are grease stained in places. His hair is cut close to his head. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: He tends to agree with only himself unless someone else's opinion sounds like he can profit from it. He tries to control his temper but he can't always stop himself from what he feels what must be done. He is a ruthless business man, a trait he acquired from his mother.

History: Rael lived on a farm with his mother, near the main road leading to a nearby town. His mother disappeared, and while he tried to raise money to find his mother, he was betrayed dozens of times. He has since lost track of the people in his past.

Motivation: To unite with his brother; and regain custody of his daughter

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant, Family. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Rolls R's

Possessions: 200 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This slender man stands about 4'7". He sports black clothing, slightly heavier than average wear. His hair is auburn and very short. He has gray eyes.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. He is a big fan of imagination and believes people should spend more time reading and writing.

History: He comes from a rich eastern family. He struck it rich when he found rare goods in large quantities. Unlike his family, who was content to work in a sleepy main town, he wanted to work in the city. He has been working here for the past few years.

Motivation: A deep hatred of illithids; and he is greedy

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Shy, Mundane. Bonds: Rich, Enemies. Occupation: Farmer

Voice: Gruff and masculine

Possessions: 500 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is a physically imposing dark-skinned man. He is dressed in a clean tan cloak covering his clean studded leather. His auburn hair is knotted and matted. His eyes are likewise violet. His teeth are yellowed and unaligned.

Personality: Friendly and accommodating he would invite many more into his home than his spouse would be comfortable with if they did not express concern about it. To his fellows he is seen as friendly and intelligent, but is angry and unforgiving to the so called fatcats and any who do and have associated with them.

History: Nim was born into a poor family. Growing up, he dreamt of becoming a Sorcerer, to bring honor to his family’s name. When he came of age, he applied for a position with his town's local guard, looking to work his way up via merit and eventually become a Sorcerer in service of a powerful lord somewhere. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Elven companion (his 'brother'). 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: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and he wants revenge against brigands

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Enemies, Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Banker

Voice: American accent

Possessions: 140 pp.

Description: This man is dressed in a clean black cloak covering his clean studded leather, and sports empty pouches on his belt. He wears a colorful flower in his black hair. He has gleaming, smiling amber eyes.

Personality: He never swears and excessively uses polite adverbs when speaking. He claims to be unscrupulous but at the end of the day he will do what he thinks is right.

History: He is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. Cursed with unlife at a very young age, Traki has worked very hard to control his curse. Since then, he has sought to make the best of life.

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

Ideals: Optimist, Justice. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Attractive, Rich. Occupation: Adventurer

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: 8000 sp.