Description: He wears a white coat over a black low-cut shirt, and a wide-brimmed hat upon his head. He carries a battered shortbow and tarnished mace as well. His silver hair is thinning but still full. He wears a mask on his face.

Personality: He never swears and excessively uses polite adverbs when speaking. He is submissive, is generally bored by everything, but will take part in whatever people ask of him. He is by nature obliging.

History: He was born into a rich family. His family was being driven out of business by several neighboring competitors. The mother sought out extralegal help and others began closing their doors. He saw this and took pride in his mother's willingness to do anything to win. Being a Shoemaker kept his interest for a while, but then he became depressed and bored. So he turned to a secret life of crime, taking increasingly more risks and challenges.

Motivation: He is a bit of a kleptomaniac.

Ideals: Fighting, Optimist. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Rich, Criminal record. Occupation: Shoemaker

Voice: Boston accent

Possessions: 1600 gp. Old masterpiece painting (700 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (40 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: 5'5" and muscular, this eastern man wears a simple red robe with brown stripes complete with hood. He wears a Stetson hat to hide his balding. His fierce amber eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: He is curt in most of his responses. He prefers to keep his word usage to a minimum to avoid giving away unnecessary information. He is cautious and jumpy. He reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

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. Nim abandoned his home at a very young age, living in the fields and plains. He survived everyday through hunting and stealing from passersby. He did whatever it took for him to survive. He has dedicated himself to building a better world.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and he desires power and/or immortality

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Shy, Fearful. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer. Occupation: Priest

Voice: Speaks fast with a slight lisp

Possessions: 18000 sp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He tends to wear a large tan jacket. He carries with him a set of ceremonial daggers on his belt, each one with a amethyst on the hilt. He has styled his blonde hair well, parting it to the right. His eyes are likewise green. His teeth are white and perfect.

Personality: While he acts the brute, he is far gentler than he would appear. He has a habit of throwing himself into exceedingly dangerous situations.

History: Ivellios was born with his mother's beautiful face. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Mayor hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. He inherited the family business which he has now maintained for 4 years.

Motivation: He wants revenge against orcs; and a deep hatred of orcs

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Attractive, Poor, Job, Enemies. Occupation: Mayor

Voice: Speaks with a cold

Possessions: 200 gp.

Description: He wears bulky brown painted plate armor, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 5'2" when asserting himself. He sports a long blonde beard, and similarly colored long hair. His eyes are amber and he is always smoking a pipe.

Personality: He is witty, but his monotone delivery comes off as unnerving He is accommodating to his spouse and as such limits his hospitality. He is brave and levelheaded in the face of danger and has proven himself a capable leader.

History: From birth he was tutored by a cruel and relentless mentor. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Cartwright work with an outfit from a few towns over. Cartwright work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He has drifted from career to career and currently works as a Cartwright.

Motivation: Many dire rats want him driven away; and a deep hatred of dire rats

Ideals: Joker. Bonds: In love, Mentor, Job, Enemies. Occupation: Cartwright

Voice: Speaks with back of mouth

Possessions: 800 gp. Obsidian (4 gp).

Description: The man speaks with an almost imperceptible accent. He seems to always be the slightest bit damp as if he got out from a pool a few moments ago. He wears very tight pants and wife beaters, though occasionally he sports a pastel coat. His hair is white and very short. He wears an eyepatch.

Personality: He takes his job very seriously, in part because he fears he cannot get a new one. He loves teas. He is very sensitive about his face. To blow off anger he lifts weights and to control his otherwise explosive temper he works out a lot.

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 Spice Merchant, but he got bored and became a Shoemaker. He became a Shoemaker soon after.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Immigrant, Job, Slave. Occupation: Shoemaker

Voice: American accent

Possessions: Sardonyx (50 gp). Star rose quartz (50 gp).