Description: This man is very fat, and has a large brown mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into his pastel robe. He keeps his black hair in a flapper bob. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He is quiet and anti-social and can barely make it a few minutes in conversation before his hampering stammer kicks in. Efferil enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for his love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: Born to a pair of adventurers, Efferil grew up listening to his mother's many stories. He became part of the deadliest team of assassins in recent memory. A botched job caused the group to be disbanded. When he grew older, he became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. He began work as a mercenary for hire. He would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: He has passion for adventuring and risk; and he wants to meet his childhood hero

Flaws: Ugly, Shy, Hedonist. Bonds: Adventurer, Criminal record. Occupation: Animal Trainer

Voice: Posh accent

Possessions: 2000 gp. Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (400 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (600 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (500 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (600 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (400 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (5000 gp). Solid gold idol (500 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1800 gp). An ornate, electrum-trimmed steel scabbard worked in swirl-patterns (150 gp).

Description: A man with a cold, calculating air about him, he usually wears his grey robe and has his dagger always slung over his shoulder. He sports a flattop hair cut. His ears are large.

Personality: He tends to agree with only himself unless someone else's opinion sounds like he can profit from it. He tries to control his temper but he can't always stop himself from what he feels what must be done. He can see the true alignment of people by looking at them, and uses this to pass judgement.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his mother and father. His mother taught him the rudiments of the Layabout arts, while his father instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. He has chosen to use the inheritance that was left to him frivolously. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: He is compelled to act according to his religious beliefs; and his religion dominates his actions

Ideals: Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Religious. Occupation: Layabout

Voice: Farmer accent

Possessions: 20 pp. Large well-done wool tapestry (200 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (2800 gp).

Description: What flesh remains visible is marred by burns. He wears rags and sports a simple walking cane. His hair, while still mostly black, has prominent grey streaks. His fierce green eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: He's a bit of a prankster. He knows he is clumsy and seen as such and will often feign amnesia after injury. He spends most of his days drinking in the Inn, the rowdiest and most dangerous establishment in town. There he gambles, wrestles and listens to stories told by travelers.

History: Thamior was born the youngest of three triplets. His father took him hunting and taught him how to get in the mind of other creatures. He has dedicated himself to building a better trade route.

Motivation: His spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion; and find a way to reverse the transformation of his sister

Ideals: Joker. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer, Family, Nature. Occupation: Miner

Voice: Sensual and smooth

Possessions: 4000 gp. Chalcedony (40 gp). Freshwater pearl (14 gp). Amethyst (150 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This slender man stands about 5'3". He wears a black vest and prefers blue and white shirts. His boots appear to have been at one point steel toed but are quite worn down. His hair is black and curly. His brown eyes dart from person to person to random spaces in the air.

Personality: Berrian wants to be seen as a stoic, levelheaded, noble Sorcerer, so he tries to act the part. He does a good job, for the most part... He is a ruthless business man, a trait he acquired from his father.

History: Berrian hails from a village terrorized by gnolls. Berrian 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 now has a substantial network of resources ranging from contacts to ships to peers.

Motivation: Obtaining odd cultural Elven artifacts is his passion; and he wants to meet his childhood hero

Ideals: Disciplined, Entrepeneur. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Enemies, Adventurer. Occupation: Servant

Voice: American accent

Possessions: 230 pp. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Standing 5'2", this man wears a fancy pastel suit. His white hair is smooth and relatively long. His eyes are a pleasant hazel.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. Further he is a bit of a stoner and is frequently out of it.

History: He was born in the south, but his parents moved at a very young age to the east. A few years later when the east was not economically sound they moved to his current location. He has since married many spouses, only to have them die. He claims to not be responsible.

Motivation: He has decided he is irredeemable; and he is being blackmailed/forced/etc and this influences his actions

Flaws: Shy, Addict. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, In love, Criminal record. Occupation: Courier

Voice: Tuts and clicks tongue

Possessions: 300 pp. 1 Medium magic item.