Description: He is a man of bearing and well nourished. He wears a fine chain shirt which he covers with brown colored cloaks and clothing. His white hair is long and unkept. He has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. He wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

Personality: His voice, at times compared to that of a Nymph, lambasts those who consider themselves "civilized" with snide, belittling remarks; the subtle growl he speaks with growing louder in doing so, one can find it most pronounced, despite the otherwise natural purity of his tone. He can't help but pocket interesting objects he comes across

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. He was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. He never won. After months of barely getting by, Raer managed to ambush a major caravan with a load of valuables. Instantly wealthy, he made his way to the capital under a new identity.

Motivation: He is greedy.

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Ugly, Cynical. Bonds: Criminal record, Rich. Occupation: Armorer

Voice: Draws out vowels

Possessions: 2000 gp. Deep blue spinel (1200 gp). Deep blue spinel (1200 gp). Iolite (20 gp). Blue quartz (5 gp). Violet garnet (1200 gp). Rhodochrosite (5 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A hulking man with gigantic muscles, he wears an old set of leather armor, nicked and torn by the ravages of time and battle. His brown hair is singed and shortened. He has amber eyes.

Personality: He hates illithids. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. He does not regard money as being a problem because it has never been a problem for him. He lives in a bit of an ivory tower believing all problems are one quick intervention away from being solved.

History: Gifted from a young age, Tharivol studied abroad. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Revenge.

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Enemies, Rich. Occupation: Beggar

Voice: Hollow voice

Possessions: 700 gp.

Description: A thin man, he clearly needs to put on some weight, but he still has a lot of muscle. 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 auburn hair is greasy and uncared for. His eyes are green.

Personality: A grumpy guy he will invite people to lunch so he can critique them. Yet he still seems generally likeable, like a lovable grump. He cannot resist a sob story and will often dote over anyone who has one.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious western family, he was no stranger to responsibility. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs; and he's repulsed by the pc

Ideals: Athletic, Philantrophist. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Religious. Occupation: Shoemaker

Voice: Excited and jittery

Possessions: Coral (100 gp). Zircon (80 gp). Deep blue spinel (400 gp). Red spinel (100 gp). Obsidian (12 gp). Obsidian (12 gp).

Description: He prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for his hunting needs. His hair is silver and curly. His eyes are gray and catlike.

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 dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. His biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: He grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He leaves a trail of broken hearts and full pockets wherever he goes.

Motivation: He is content; and several ex partners dislike his way of doing things and want revenge

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Antagonistic, Mundane. Bonds: Rich, Attractive, Enemies. Occupation: Cartwright

Voice: pre-pubescent

Possessions: 1900 gp.

Description: He prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for his hunting needs. He is bald on top and has large silver tufts of hair around his ears. His eyes are brown and he is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: Here is a man who knows he is the smartest in the room. He talks down to others constantly. He has a habit of throwing himself into exceedingly dangerous situations.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when orcs swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. His mother was very strict, and drilled into him lessons on being the perfect gentleman. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and a deep hatred of orcs

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Ugly, Impulsive. Bonds: Rich, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Sailor

Voice: Speaks through clenched teeth

Possessions: 1100 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.