Description: This late middle aged man has a large blue mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into his black robe and is in decent physical shape. His head has been shaved. His thin eyebrows rest above his beady blue eyes.

Personality: Koeth is a sociable creature first and foremost. He loves to listen to people at length before talking their ear off. He can carry on conversation for hours and will do so. Further he is a bit of a stoner and is frequently out of it.

History: He was raised in a mountains tribe. In his 11th year, his parents were killed by a dire rats raid, leaving Koeth alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, he was adopted. Days after completing his studies, news broke out that his hometown was attacked by dire rats. Koeth was horrified and prayed that his father was alright. However, he heard that his father had died fighting off the dire rats.

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

Ideals: Extrovert. Flaws: Ugly, Addict. Bonds: Nature, Enemies. Occupation: Engraver

Voice: Adds syll-ab-les for em-pha-sis

Possessions: 1200 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is a pot bellied eastern man with a big hulking figure and broad shoulders. He prefers to wear flannel. His golden hair is cut short with large spiked bangs in the front. He tend to wears goggles to shield his eyes.

Personality: Arannis is a sociable creature first and foremost. He loves to listen to people at length before talking their ear off. He can carry on conversation for hours and will do so. He cannot deal with unfamiliar people for more than a few minutes at a time and if they persist he will grow angry at them.

History: His parents moved while he was still in utero so he is the first generation to be born here. Aside from being a slave or a gladiator, there isn't much legitimate work for Elves in Arannis's homeland. Arannis decided to take the middle way and become a bodyguard. He left for the east, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and wants to work out more often

Ideals: Athletic, Extrovert, Fighting. Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Immigrant. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Excited and jittery

Possessions: 2000 gp. Deep blue spinel (800 gp). Tiger eye turquoise (11 gp). Zircon (80 gp). Malachite (11 gp). Moss agate (11 gp). Tourmaline (140 gp). Azurite (11 gp). Moonstone (80 gp). Deep blue spinel (800 gp). Chalcedony (80 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He typically wears white cloth garments or leather armor, and carries morningstars. His brown hair is matted, messy, and big. His voice is smooth and creepy, always level, but somehow just slightly unnerving.

Personality: He considers himself the protector of his home. He feels this is his duty and calling. He also is a firm believer in the manly ideal.

History: Born in a small village he learned the ways of the warrior from his father. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. Recently a tribe of gnolls attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Tharivol fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: To prove his worth to the world; and to protect his home

Ideals: Fighting. Flaws: Ugly, Insane, Impulsive. Bonds: Guardian. Occupation: Sculptor

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 2600 gp. A necklace of small pink pearls (5000 gp).

Description: A man with a warm, jovial air about him, he typically wears tan cloth garments or leather armor. His brown hair, when down, is lengthy. His violet eyes have a joyful gleam in them most of the time.

Personality: While he acts the brute, he is far gentler than he would appear. 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 was born to loving parents in a slum to the north. 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. He routinely visits covens of witches but complains that many are fraudulent and lack true knowledge of magic.

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

Ideals: Fighting, Logical. Bonds: Poor, Criminal record. Occupation: Tailor

Voice: Strong lisp

Possessions: 1400 gp. Onyx (70 gp). Aquamarine (800 gp). Moss agate (4 gp). Eye agate (4 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This tall, slender man wears long strands of sapphire and short blue dresses (or suits) accompanied by the proper stockings and shoes, with gloves of varying lengths. He wears his black hair up. His eyes are blue and catlike.

Personality: He has always had a great fascination with Elven culture. 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 was born with several neurological imbalances, which makes sleep difficult for him. It may also be what makes him so good at details. As a young adult he joined a group advocating for an improvement in Elven conditions. He knows his nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but him.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world; and he has money and likes to spend it

Ideals: Logical. Flaws: Racist, Disease, Insomniac. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Doctor

Voice: Eastern European accent

Possessions: 800 gp. 1 Minor magic item.