Description: A pudgy man standing about 5'0" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He is generally shirtless and showing off his tattooed chest. His head has been shaved. He has gleaming, smiling green eyes.

Personality: He can speak with the dead, and doesn't see much difference between the living and dead. He disdains his fellow easterners, claiming they make him look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: Gifted from a young age, Varis studied abroad. He inherited a moderately successful company from his mother. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. He has recently gotten a pet goose that steals things from people.

Motivation: His name or reputation has been wronged in the past by illithids, and he desires to right it; and he wants revenge against illithids

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Immigrant, Rich, Criminal record, Enemies. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Timid voice

Possessions: 2000 sp. Smoky quartz (40 gp). Aquamarine (600 gp). Malachite (7 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: His skin has the orange glow of too much sun. He wears tight fitting clothing which further accentuates his frame. He wears a top hat to hide his balding. This amber eyed southerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: While he acts the brute, he is far gentler than he would appear. He is often prim and proper but will on occasion tell either really disgusting or offensive jokes, which seem out of character.

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Thamior was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. From his teen years he was always beautiful and desirable, so people have always doted on him. He has gone from town to town till he finds a spot where he can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: To reunite with his absent mother; and his spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion

Ideals: Fighting, Joker. Bonds: Attractive, Mentor, Job, Family. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Deep voice with rolling R's

Possessions: 1200 gp. Aquamarine (1400 gp). Iolite (20 gp). Bloodstone (20 gp). Alexandrite (1400 gp). Onyx (20 gp). Blue sapphire (1100 gp). Citrine (20 gp).

Description: He prefers to wear blue clothing when he does not wear armor. His silver hair is well kept and his bushy mustache is tapered upwards at the ends. His eyes are likewise blue. His teeth are yellowed and unaligned.

Personality: Stoic and calm, he prefers to meditate than take action. He does suffer from mild PTSD, and the sight of illithids may trigger it at times.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He has recently gotten a pet goose that steals things from people.

Motivation: He wants nothing more than to rejoin the army; and a deep hatred of illithids

Ideals: Disciplined. Flaws: Ugly, Disease. Bonds: Enemies, Criminal record, Military. Occupation: Guard

Voice: Booming voice

Possessions: 500 gp. Lapis lazuli (9 gp).

Description: He wears an entirely white suit with violet socks and a vest with buckled shoes. He cuts an attractive figure and his suit of old armor is well cared for even if it is obsolete. Sporting a silver mohawk and bushy mustache this man's hair draws a lot of attention. He has several tiny opal earrings on each ear.

Personality: The man has a huge range of feeling. He will range from being happy and joking with the occasional self put down to crying stating how he will be a better person from this day on. He does not mind isolation but does not hate company and attempts to receive them as best as possible.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it.

Ideals: Extrovert. Flaws: Emotional. Bonds: Attractive, Rich. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: Speaks with a cold

Possessions: 1000 gp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This man dresses in collared shirts and wears a proper scarf over his head. He is muscular with a powerful set of arms. He has chestnut hair. His skin is flawless and his gray eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: He will use flattery and sarcasm to attack and weaken his opponents. Despite his formidable combat skills he remains a coward. 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: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Fivin was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Elven companion (his 'brother'). He has dedicated himself to building a better trade route.

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

Ideals: Fighting. Bonds: Attractive, Has a crush, Adventurer, Mentor. Occupation: Barrister

Voice: Spits and sputters

Possessions: 1900 gp. Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (90 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.