Description: A man with a friendly, welcoming air about him, he wears a large hat to cast shadows over his face and wears ponchos to better hide his body. He wears a broad hat to cover his moderate length red hair. His eyes, though not visible through his cowl, are blue.

Personality: He is a man who does what he needs to. He will acquiesce to black mail and extortion to avoid trouble. He is always in debt, since he spends his money on lavish parties and gifts for friends

History: When he was but 5 years old his parents immigrated from the east. Dreali 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. Dreali 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. He was always very intelligent and has formed a secret society of specialists.

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

Flaws: Impulsive, Secretive. Bonds: Criminal record, Immigrant. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: Pronounces difficult words wrong

Possessions: 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This eastern man wears dull tan sweaters, loose violet pants, and alligator leather shoes. Beneath his sweater he keeps a concealed warhammer, just in case. His clothes are grease stained in places. His hair is greying and his face has many wrinkles. His eyes are likewise brown.

Personality: Aggressive, abrasive, and angry, Dreali embodies much of what other species detest in the Elves. He is always in debt, since he spends his money on lavish parties and gifts for friends

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Dreali was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. He took every job he could get his hands on, but the opportunities for Elves in the east were limited. After a long history of fighting, Dreali and his spouse have recently divorced.

Motivation: To prove his worth to the world; and he's repulsed by the pc

Flaws: Antagonistic, Impulsive. Bonds: Poor, Immigrant, Mentor. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Speaks with lips pursed

Possessions: 1100 gp. A finely crafted rug of intricate, geometric designs worked with silver threading (60 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (400 gp). Ceremonial electrum dagger with a star ruby in the pommel (1400 gp).

Description: This western man is abnormally tall. He wears tight fitting clothing which further accentuates his frame. His whole body is exceptionally muscular. Sporting a red mohawk and bushy mustache this man's hair draws a lot of attention. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: A rambunctious noisy drunk he knows how to make people feel guilty. He does suffer from mild PTSD, and the sight of dire rats may trigger it at times.

History: Born the oldest of a large religious western family, he was no stranger to responsibility. He took every job he could get his hands on, but the opportunities for Elves in the west were limited. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to dire rats demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: He feels kind of lost in life.

Flaws: Depressed. Bonds: Attractive, Immigrant, Enemies, Religious. Occupation: Glassblower

Voice: High pitched, excited

Possessions: 3000 gp. Malachite (8 gp). Chalcedony (30 gp). Silver pearl (90 gp). Deep blue spinel (800 gp). Rich purple corundum (1500 gp). Brown-green garnet (90 gp). Jasper (30 gp). Chalcedony (30 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This man is bedraggled and starved. He wears many layers of old clothing at all times. He has wavy brown hair. His brown eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: Quarion 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 claims to be unscrupulous but at the end of the day he will do what he thinks is right.

History: He was raised in a white middle class family as the only child. His psionic abilities were realized during a raid on his village. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: To end his boredom; and he seems to be bored by most things

Ideals: Disciplined, Justice, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Mundane. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Hunter

Voice: Deep voice with rolling R's

Possessions: 400 pp. Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (100 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1600 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (5000 gp). Solid gold idol (200 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (50 gp). 1 Medium magic item. 1 Medium magic item.

Description: This man wears tight fitting pants and leather jackets. He usually doesn't wear a shirt. He is muscular with a powerful set of arms. He has wavy golden hair. His eyes are likewise green. His teeth are white and perfect.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. He has a minor phobia of water and hates getting wet.

History: Naill was raised in a hard working conservative environment. Over the years he perfected his riding and shooting skills. He has gone from town to town till he finds a spot where he can set up a sustainable business.

Motivation: He desires power and/or immortality; and wants to open a new tavern

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Job, Nature, Adventurer. Occupation: Server

Voice: Draws out vowels

Possessions: 100 pp. Citrine (40 gp). Violet garnet (700 gp). Hematite (7 gp). Chalcedony (40 gp). Moss agate (7 gp). Golden yellow topaz (700 gp). Brown-green garnet (100 gp). Malachite (7 gp).