Description: A thin man, he clearly needs to put on some weight, but he still has a lot of muscle. He wears a simple blue robe with grey stripes complete with hood. His chestnut hair is still thick. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: He acts crazy and hedonistic. He does not believe in violence as a means to an end. He is a dedicated Spice Merchant but believes his peers are too gung-ho.

History: His history is one of pain. He was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves his parents kept. He struck it rich when he found rare goods in large quantities. 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; and he is greedy

Ideals: Athletic, Pacifist. Flaws: Hedonist. Bonds: Slave, Rich. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: High pitched and raspy

Possessions: Black pearl (500 gp). Blue quartz (11 gp). Hematite (11 gp). Deep blue spinel (500 gp). Golden yellow topaz (500 gp). Golden yellow topaz (500 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: His left thumb is blackened and bruised, but otherwise he appears quite healthy. He wears an entirely black suit with grey socks and a vest with buckled shoes. His hair is long and brown with streaks of white, and is pulled back with small black clips. His beard is white, braided, and well cared for. His eyes are hazel and beady.

Personality: Eccentric and domineering, Theriatis will drive conversation. 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: Sold as a small child to a slaver, Theriatis was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. He dropped out of school before completing his studies. He has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: Retire the richest man in the north; and to reunite with his old friends

Ideals: Extrovert, Entrepeneur, Logical. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Mentor. Occupation: Servant

Voice: High pitched, excited

Possessions: 600 gp. Eye agate (7 gp). Fiery yellow corundum (1600 gp). Iolite (70 gp). Red-brown spinel (150 gp). Peridot (70 gp).

Description: He wears a shirt and pants that are bristling with pockets overflowing with maps, compasses, and other navigational equipment. He carries a battered shortbow and tarnished quarterstaff as well. His auburn hair is kept up in a ponytail inside a broad hat. His blue eyes peer out from beneath his broad brown hat.

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 seeks to pay back kindness whenever he gets the chance. Whether it be in the form of unwanted serenades or the latest gossip he always seeks to do solids for his friends.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious western family, he was no stranger to responsibility. His mother was supposedly a charlatan fortune teller, but he insists his mother was legitimate. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs; and retire the richest man in the west

Ideals: Entrepeneur, Fighting, Philantrophist. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Religious. Occupation: Knight

Voice: Scandinavian accent

Possessions: 900 gp.

Description: This man wears tattered old clothes, and sports empty pouches on his belt. He has wavy silver hair. His face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. His spectacle hidden eyes are a deep gray.

Personality: He is a melancholic, but persistent worker. He resents family life and as such spurns the advances of admirers. He is used to getting what he wants. In part because he is a meticulous planner.

History: A child with a great deal of music talent his parents made sure he got the chance to thrive. His family was turned out during the war. He and his family wandered south to less war torn lands. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He loathes his own lifestyle.

Ideals: Professionalism, Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Depressed, PTSD. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Voice breaks

Possessions: 4000 gp. Onyx (30 gp). Blue star sapphire (1600 gp). Golden yellow topaz (700 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He wears brown robes with leather pauldrons. Though occasionally he wears more armor. He prefers to carry a rapier, but if one is not available he will default to his pickaxe. He has a moderate pudge and is not very fit. His auburn hair is heavily combed to the left. His blue eyes are slightly larger than normal.

Personality: He is quiet and reserved most of the time, but warms up to people very quickly. Around friends he is liable to tell dirty jokes and enjoy himself. He keeps company with all sorts of races to see how they think and challenge minds foreign to his own.

History: He is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. 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: Meet up once more with his childhood friend; and to reunite with his old friends

Ideals: Joker, Gifted. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Banker

Voice: High pitched, excited

Possessions: 300 gp. Zircon (70 gp). Freshwater pearl (14 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.