Description: His left thumb is blackened and bruised, but otherwise he appears quite healthy. He wears a well pressed and immaculate suit (or dress). His auburn hair is long and unkept. His gray eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: He likes to brag about his accomplishments and constantly tries to beat others to the punch. 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: Paelias was born in the north. At a young age he loved to build and create. Paelias was a troubled youth. He spent his days as a hard laborer instead of attending school, and spent his evenings with numerous mobsters and gang members. Paelias decided he wanted neither the life of his father nor that of the evil petty criminals he associated with. During his early adolescence, he took a sudden opportunity while working the docks and commandeered a vessel that was left unmanned. One night he noticed a nearby shooting star which he hiked out to see where it landed. It turned out to be an ancient artifact of some kind. He has done his darndest to repair it but it is currently non-functional.

Motivation: He is a bit of a kleptomaniac.

Ideals: Passionate, Logical, Persistence. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Criminal record. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Jittery and nervous

Possessions: 1000 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This malnourished man wears a robe, a symbol of his god around his neck, and a trident on his belt. His black hair is unkempt and raggedy. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: He is a man who does what he needs to. He will acquiesce to black mail and extortion to avoid trouble. Any perceived weakness will be pressed and exploited. He is seen as merciless and passionate.

History: A powerful necromancer made him what he is. When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Guard hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. As of late he has set up a hidden staging nest where he ambushes people he hires for escort.

Motivation: He feels that his past leaves him morally obligated to help.

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Criminal record, Mentor. Occupation: Guard

Voice: Low range voice

Possessions: 1100 gp. Onyx (50 gp). Lapis lazuli (14 gp). Chrysoprase (50 gp). Moss agate (14 gp). Amethyst (160 gp). Malachite (14 gp). Blue sapphire (1000 gp). Sardonyx (50 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He wears an old set of leather armor, nicked and torn by the ravages of time and battle, but does not cut a very imposing figure. He walks with a slouch but will stand straight to his full 4'9" when asserting himself. He has shaved his head bald. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: He is quiet and anti-social and can barely make it a few minutes in conversation before his hampering stammer kicks in. His job bores him to no end. He has decided to make it more interesting.

History: Sold as a small child to a brothel owner, Azaki was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. Azaki 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 became unsatisfied with his lot in life, and decided to take up adventuring.

Motivation: A rival would like him out of the picture; and to reunite with his old friends

Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Adventurer, Criminal record, Mentor. Occupation: Doctor

Voice: High pitched, excited

Possessions: 6000 sp. Emerald (500 gp). Rock crystal (60 gp). Blue sapphire (500 gp).

Description: He is lean but muscular and wears a grey feathered hat and grey clothes. With bright white hair and a scraggly beard. His violet eyes are desperate and heavily dilated. He has the appearance of someone under the heavy influence of drugs.

Personality: He is calm most of the time but flees social interaction. A true patriot, Tharivol would do anything for his country. He is fiercely protective of his fellow citizens and foreign allies.

History: Born to a poor family in the city he treasured whatever gifts he got. 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. He now owns his own business.

Motivation: He would like to get married and retire; and wants his loneliness to end

Flaws: Addict, Shy. Bonds: Military, Poor, Job, Has a crush. Occupation: Architect

Voice: Forgets to breathe while speaking

Possessions: 700 gp. Golden yellow topaz (800 gp). Blue quartz (6 gp). Star ruby (600 gp). Amber (160 gp).

Description: He wears a white tunic with pastel highlights, and long brown pants that bunch up around his shoes. He cuts an attractive figure and his suit of old armor is well cared for even if it is obsolete. His hair is long and black with streaks of chestnut, and is pulled back with small white clips. His beard is chestnut, braided, and well cared for. His amber eyes are passionate and lively.

Personality: He misses his glory days as an athlete. He does not mind his job, but it is boring in comparison. He can't help but pocket interesting objects he comes across

History: He was born into a rich family. He has chosen to use the inheritance that was left to him frivolously. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: He possesses a valuable artifact that the thieves guild wishes to steal.

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Criminal record, Rich. Occupation: Bricklayer

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 1900 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.