Description: Standing 4'8", this man wears an old set of leather armor, nicked and torn by the ravages of time and battle. He sports a flattop hair cut. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are hazel.

Personality: While he is on the job, he is grim and serious. He understands how dangerous the world is and the need to stay safe. 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: Born in the north to a Herbalist, Heian learned a great deal about his father's area of expertise. 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 drow, the young Heian began to lead the lost caravan. He has achieved small success as a Herbalist.

Motivation: He'd like to take his coworkers down a peg; and his name or reputation has been wronged in the past by drow, and he desires to right it

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Bonds: Criminal record, Job, Enemies. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: Raspy

Possessions: 1000 pp. Gold music box (4000 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (60 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (600 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (1200 gp). Jeweled gold crown (4000 gp). Silver comb with moonstones (600 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (400 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This man wears dark leathers with embroidery, and sports empty pouches on his belt. His golden hair is thinning but still full. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

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. He lacks restraint and is impulsive. He jumps in and acts without thinking all too often.

History: Berrian was raised in a hard working conservative environment. 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. Since then, he has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of his sister; and balancing his hectic life and new mercenary responsibilities is difficult

Ideals: Philantrophist, Optimist. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Job, Family. Occupation: Mercenary

Voice: Uses sign language

Possessions: 600 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is a pot bellied western man with a big hulking figure and broad shoulders. He wears a tight fitting white shirt and pants. His silver hair is lengthy. His amber eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: He goes out his way to put a smile on everyone's face. There's no-one he won't accept into his heart. He disdains his fellow westerners, claiming they make him look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: Thamior 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 took every job he could get his hands on, but the opportunities for Elves in the west were limited. He has drifted apart from his friends and has been working freelance. Each gave each other a copy of their signature greataxe.

Motivation: To reunite with his old friends.

Ideals: Athletic, Optimist. Bonds: Immigrant, Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: French accent

Possessions: 1200 gp.

Description: He has a missing left leg. He wears well tailored suits and hats with beautiful decoration. He is almost always dressed for an outing in high society. His hair is greying and his face has many wrinkles. His eyes are brown and catlike.

Personality: He thrives on attention. He does whatever is in his power to gain the attention of whomever he deems a fit date. He plays an instrument quite well.

History: He was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. Cursed with unlife at a very young age, Halimath has worked very hard to control his curse. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: He uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs; and he is greedy

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Disease. Bonds: Rich, Attractive. Occupation: Shoemaker

Voice: Laughs frequently while speaking

Possessions: 800 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He has the majority of his body covered in plate. He carries a battered halberd and tarnished glaive as well. He keeps his black hair in a flapper bob. He is missing an eye and his face is severely sunburned. His one remaining eye shines blue.

Personality: He is business-like. He takes instructions and follows them to the letter. His temper goes off on the smallest of things. He tends to lash out at those around him.

History: He was a bastard born out of an affair, and his father always resented and mistreated him for it out of spite. His spouse left him for another, whom he beat to an almost bloody pulp. He did not win them back, but he came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and a strong sense of loyalty to elven people

Ideals: Fighting, Professionalism. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Occupation: Apothecary

Voice: Posh accent

Possessions: 2000 sp. 1 Superior lock.