Description: He stands about 4'7" and is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. His left hand appears badly burned and disfigured. He sports a long white beard, and similarly colored long hair. He wears an eyepatch.

Personality: While he acts the brute, he is far gentler than he would appear. He has a cruel streak; something he gained from his previous mentor. He harbors resentment against his former mentor.

History: He was a bastard born out of an affair, and his mother always resented and mistreated him for it out of spite. He couldn't stand his childhood mentor and eventually formed a pact with his mentor's previously failed apprentice to rebel. When their plan failed the mentor lashed out against both of them and fled. After a long history of fighting, Varis and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: He feels the way he acts is they only way to get by in the world; and he's repulsed by the pc

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Mentor. Occupation: Detective

Voice: Can't modulate volume

Possessions: 700 gp.

Description: He wears an old set of leather armor, nicked and torn by the ravages of time and battle. He is bristling with hidden weapons, mostly glaives and axes. He has moderate length red hair. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

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 is cautious and jumpy. He reacts to every sound and lacks any concept of subtlety.

History: Born in the west his family was never financially stable. He moved out east to avoid the crime he committed. As of late he has set up a hidden staging nest where he ambushes people he hires for escort.

Motivation: He possesses a valuable artifact that the thieves guild wishes to steal; and he has comitted a past crime that haunts him to this day

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Criminal record, Poor. Occupation: Shipwright

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This slender man stands about 5'4". He wears an entirely pastel suit with blue socks and a vest with buckled shoes. His white hair is singed and shortened. His ears are large.

Personality: He believes there is no problem he cannot solve with sufficient elbow grease and persistence, if it is the best or most economic solution matters not. On top of that he is swayed by a pretty face, and while loyalty to his employer will always come first he doesn't like to hit women.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Paelias grew up listening to his mother's many stories. As a young adult he joined a group advocating for an improvement in Elven conditions. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: A strong sense of loyalty to Elven people.

Ideals: Persistence. Flaws: Ugly, Racist. Bonds: Has a crush, Adventurer. Occupation: Cook

Voice: Middle-eastern accent

Possessions: 1300 gp. Deep blue spinel (1000 gp). Golden pearl (40 gp). Zircon (40 gp). Black pearl (1000 gp).

Description: This man stands a little under 5'3" and is a bit bulky. He is very muscular particularly in the legs. He wears a lot of dark rich colors, with gold accents. His blonde hair is cut short. He has green eyes and a red hat with a black feather.

Personality: He likes to brag about his accomplishments and constantly tries to beat others to the punch. His philosophy is that everyone needs a friend and as such shows hospitality towards all.

History: A powerful necromancer made him what he is. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Brewer work with an outfit from a few towns over. Brewer work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He has gone from town to town till he finds a spot where he can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: Wants to open a new tavern; and to be a cartwright again

Ideals: Passionate, Optimist. Bonds: Attractive, Mentor, Job. Occupation: Brewer

Voice: Dutch accent

Possessions: 1200 gp. Azurite (11 gp). Smoky quartz (30 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

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 prefers to wear flannel. His hair is always cut to a buzz. His half smiles and blue eyes are beguiling and draw you in.

Personality: Aggressive, abrasive, and angry, Erdan embodies much of what other species detest in the Elves. He does not trust anyone and sleeps with one eye open.

History: He was raised in a white middle class family as the only child. He took every job he could get his hands on, but the opportunities for Elves in the north were limited. After a long history of fighting, Erdan and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: To find somewhere to settle down; and to get a good night's sleep

Flaws: Antagonistic, Insomniac, Mundane. Bonds: Immigrant, Attractive. Occupation: Miller

Voice: Can't modulate volume

Possessions: 1200 gp.