Description: He stands about 4'9" and is wearing the road beaten gear of a warrior. His right hand appears badly burned and disfigured. His moppish blonde hair is in a traditional bowl cut. His skin is flawless and his blue eyes scan people very quickly.

Personality: He considers himself a man of culture and sophistication. He likes a good challenge to his wits. He plays an instrument quite well.

History: Born to a Guard, his father struggled to pay the bills. His father was very strict, and drilled into him lessons on being the perfect gentleman. Recently a tribe of orcs attacked the village and all able bodies who could hold a blade were quickly armed and sent to the walls. Varis fought at the side of some of the regions greatest heroes but was never overshadowed.

Motivation: To fight the greatest warriors and to fight in the greatest battles ever; and nothing but the best is good enough for him

Ideals: Fighting, Impeccable, Artistic. Bonds: Attractive, Poor. Occupation: Painter

Voice: Jamaican accent

Possessions: 500 gp.

Description: This petite short man is perpetually holding a beer of some kind. He wears clothing that is held on in multiple layers but all of it is in poor condition, marred by beers. He has a auburn handlebar mustache and slicked back auburn hair. His brown eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: He likes to brag about his accomplishments and constantly tries to beat others to the punch. He has a small toy that he constantly fidgets with.

History: He was born to loving parents in a slum to the west. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. He's since become an addict/alcoholic.

Motivation: His religion dominates his actions; and to reunite with his old friends

Ideals: Passionate. Flaws: Ugly, Addict. Bonds: Poor, Religious. Occupation: Butcher

Voice: Speaks with back of mouth

Possessions: 800 gp. Jet (80 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1400 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He is a physically imposing dark-skinned man. He wears light armors faded through time and improper care. He has a very tight haircut. His face possesses mild wrinkles. His smile is extraordinarily sincere though he does not smile often.

Personality: He runs his personal life as if detached from it. He organizes appointments and outings based on perceived benefits he will get from it. 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 comes from a rich western family. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. He now travels the world, in search of power and loot.

Motivation: He's attracted to the PC; and meet up once more with his childhood friend

Flaws: Selfish. Bonds: Has a crush, Adventurer, Rich. Occupation: Herbalist

Voice: Pronounces O like U

Possessions: 700 pp. Bloodstone (80 gp). Banded agate (15 gp). Carnelian (80 gp). Hematite (15 gp). Blue quartz (15 gp). Azurite (15 gp).

Description: With black face paint in a stripe pattern across his face, he wears a fine chain shirt which he covers with green colored cloaks and clothing. He sports a flattop hair cut. His eyes are gray and beady.

Personality: He will use flattery and sarcasm to attack and weaken his opponents. Despite his formidable combat skills he remains a coward. He loves his children and doesn't want them to worry about him. He loves to share his painting with anyone who is interested.

History: He was raised in a white middle class family as the only child. He has had some formal painting training, and achieved minor success. By chance he met his sister recently and the two have been together since.

Motivation: Doesn't want to be a Locksmith and was forced into it by his family; and find a way to reverse the transformation of his sister

Ideals: Fighting, Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Mundane. Bonds: Family. Occupation: Locksmith

Voice: Rolls R's

Possessions: 1200 gp.

Description: This man is tall and muscular. He is generally shirtless and showing off his tattooed chest. His white hair is knotted and matted. His face is covered beneath a completely black helmet.

Personality: He is quiet and anti-social and can barely make it a few minutes in conversation before his hampering stammer kicks in. He believes the world needs to unite to get rid of illithids once and for all.

History: He was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. A gifted student he started as a Miller, but he got bored and became a Stableman. He ran away from his former home and has been making his living as a Stableman for the past few years.

Motivation: He wants revenge against illithids.

Ideals: Athletic. Flaws: Shy, Disease. Bonds: Enemies, Job. Occupation: Stableman

Voice: Soothing and warm

Possessions: 600 gp. Bloodstone (50 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.