Description: A pudgy man standing about 4'7" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He is wearing a long, tan, dusty cloak. His black hair is cut short. He is very pretty but has cold, dead eyes.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. 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: He was born to a criminal king-pin and mafia family When money was particularly tight he was walking through alleys when he overheard a Actor hiring some criminals to sabotage a competitor. He made his way to the other competitor and parlayed his knowledge into a job. Being a Actor kept his interest for a while, but then he became depressed and bored. So he turned to a secret life of crime, taking increasingly more risks and challenges.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and meet up once more with his childhood friend

Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Has a crush, Adventurer, Criminal record, Poor. Occupation: Actor

Voice: Low and grunting

Possessions: 1300 gp. Jet (90 gp). Amethyst (90 gp). Smoky quartz (30 gp). Malachite (11 gp). Aquamarine (1200 gp). Brown-green garnet (90 gp).

Description: Relatively heavier built than your average man, he is not imposing. He wears a white tunic with red highlights, and long brown pants that bunch up around his shoes. Sporting a black mohawk and bushy mustache this man's hair draws a lot of attention. His face is scarred and worn.

Personality: He resents people who mock his appearance or him, so he has learned to be the meanest son of a gun. He plays an instrument quite well.

History: He got into the Tanner business at a young age. He was one of the best in his class, and was picked up by his current employer. He quickly showed his capability and was soon promoted to a head role. 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: An old rival family wants him found; and to be a adventurer again

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job, Adventurer, Family. Occupation: Tanner

Voice: Eastern European accent

Possessions: 2000 gp.

Description: This man is bedraggled and starved. He is generally shirtless and showing off his tattooed chest. He has white hair. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: He shows great sympathy to all travelers. He's the type to buy drinks and listen to their stories. He is frequently practicing swordplay.

History: Born to a Barrister, his mother struggled to pay the bills. Uthemar was born on a far western island where he grew up under the tutelage of his mother, an expert Assassin. He has drifted from career to career and currently works as a Assassin.

Motivation: Nothing but the best is good enough for him; and he is unsatisfied with his job

Ideals: Philantrophist, Impeccable. Bonds: Poor, Military, Immigrant, Job. Occupation: Assassin

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 7000 sp. Jasper (50 gp). Star rose quartz (50 gp). Eye agate (15 gp). Smoky quartz (50 gp). Peridot (50 gp). Violet garnet (1300 gp). Carnelian (50 gp). Rhodochrosite (15 gp).

Description: His skin has the orange glow of too much sun. He tends to wear a heavy leather apron. Coupled with his rolled up shirt sleeves this gives him a very relaxed look. He wears his auburn hair up in a very large beehive style do. His thin eyebrows rest above his beady violet eyes.

Personality: He hates illithids. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. He does not believe in violence as a means to an end. He is a dedicated Doctor but believes his peers are too gung-ho.

History: He was born to a criminal king-pin and mafia family At a young age both his parents were killed in an accident. His uncle (a powerful person with enemies on both sides of the law) took him in and had him trained in basic self defense. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to illithids demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: A rival would like him out of the picture; and many illithids want him driven away

Ideals: Pacifist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Enemies, Criminal record. Occupation: Doctor

Voice: Soft and melodious

Possessions: 800 gp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is lean but muscular and is wearing dark clothing and a heavy breastplate, keeping many of his physical features obscured. His head has been shaved. His eyes are a pleasant hazel.

Personality: He is irascible and easily irritated. He does not regard money as being a problem because it has never been a problem for him. He lives in a bit of an ivory tower believing all problems are one quick intervention away from being solved.

History: He was born in the north. His parents were killed by dire rats in a raid when he was still a young child. The dire rats captured him, and made him a slave and general play-thing. He was beaten and tortured regularly, leading to his deformed appearance. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Several ex partners dislike his way of doing things and want revenge; and money/treasure

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Immigrant, Enemies. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Aggressive tone

Possessions: 7000 sp. Sard (80 gp). 1 Minor magic item.