Description: He is a mite stocky and has a large green mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into his white robe. He has a very tight haircut. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: A skeptical and narcissistic man, Aelar's first love is himself. His second love is also himself. Despite his manner, he is extremely passionate and proud of his job, and he prides himself in being thorough and never missing a detail.

History: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Aelar was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. Aelar was born on a far western desert where he grew up under the tutelage of his father, an expert Mason. He hasn't been sleeping well lately.

Motivation: He feels the way he acts is they only way to get by in the world; and to get a good night's sleep

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Insomniac. Bonds: Job, Mentor, Immigrant. Occupation: Mason

Voice: Gruff and masculine

Possessions: 1400 gp. Deep blue spinel (1500 gp). Jet (40 gp). Eye agate (7 gp). Rhodochrosite (7 gp). Coral (40 gp).

Description: He is an attractive man, lean and moderately muscular. He tends to wear a large yellow jacket. His hair, while still mostly white, has prominent grey streaks. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his violet eyes.

Personality: He believes mankind has become decadent and spoiled by the march of civilization and an end should come to life as we know it. He is a logical person and will generally grow upset if things defy logic and science.

History: He was born several months after his mother was called into army service. When he came of age, he joined a caravan that would eventually take him to the capital. He would practice along the way and, when he arrived, be apprenticed to a Spy. He inherited the family business which he has now maintained for 3 years.

Motivation: Doesn't want to be a Spy and was forced into it by his family; and an old rival family wants him found

Ideals: Logical. Bonds: Attractive, Nature, Military, Job, Family. Occupation: Spy

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: 12000 gp. Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (600 gp). Silver-plated steel longsword with jet jewel in hilt (400 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). A detailed rose, with petals and thorns, constructed of silver and electrum (40 gp). Solid gold idol (400 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (1600 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (70 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1600 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Black velvet mask with numerous citrines (70 gp). Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (1600 gp). Gold and topaz bottle stopper cork (600 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (300 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (900 gp).

Description: A thin man, he clearly needs to put on some weight, but he still has a lot of muscle. He wears a simple tan robe with green stripes complete with hood. His chestnut hair is lengthy and is close to two feet long. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: In the realm of puns, he cannot help himself. He feels obliged to make them. He believes the world needs to unite to get rid of drow once and for all.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when drow swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. He was an athlete and attended two major summer competitions. He never won. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to drow demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: A deep hatred of drow; and someone believes him a fraud

Ideals: Athletic, Joker. Bonds: Enemies, Religious. Occupation: Shoemaker

Voice: Stutters

Possessions: 1100 gp. Sardonyx (80 gp). Banded agate (9 gp).

Description: He wears a simple burlap shirt and baggy pants. He conceals his quarterstaff with his veritable burlap sack of a shirt. His brown hair is styled in orderly dreadlocks. His fierce amber eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: He loves justice and goodness and right action. Anyone who does not fulfill this criteria perfectly will no doubt get a lecture from him. He is the most sanctimonious self-righteous Elf in existence. He is a big fan of imagination and believes people should spend more time reading and writing.

History: The child of a Cartwright, who enjoyed hunting, Vanuath was taken on many hunting expeditions. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Elven companion (his 'brother'). He is searching for what he claims is his rightful reward.

Motivation: Find a way to reverse the transformation of his brother; and his relatives are trying to arrange a marriage

Ideals: Justice, Logical. Bonds: Nature, Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Smooth and feminine

Possessions: 800 pp. Large well-done wool tapestry (300 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (4000 gp). Embroidered and bejeweled glove (4000 gp). Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (600 gp). A miniature (3 inch) silver gauntlet, trimmed in mother-of-pearl (100 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A pudgy man standing about 5'1" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He is perpetually draped in fineries, but all of this concealed by his earthly robes.. His long chestnut hair reaches down to his waist. His eyes are a pleasant amber.

Personality: He is a very happy person and has lots of energy. To put it simply, he's a very lovable idiot. He would rather hide behind his crafts than deal with other people.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. His mother had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. Since then, he has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved; and money/treasure

Ideals: Optimist, Artistic. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Rich. Occupation: Stylist

Voice: Whispers

Possessions: 600 gp. Violet garnet (1100 gp). Chalcedony (50 gp). Moss agate (9 gp). Rose (50 gp).