Description: A middle-aged man, he wears many layers of old clothing at all times, and is pretty ugly. His silver hair is drawn into a tight pony tail with a skull scrunchie. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: He is quiet and anti-social and can barely make it a few minutes in conversation before his hampering stammer kicks in. He does suffer from mild PTSD, and the sight of goblins may trigger it at times.

History: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. His family was being driven out of business by several neighboring competitors. The mother sought out extralegal help and others began closing their doors. He saw this and took pride in his mother's willingness to do anything to win. He eventually got the idea of being the protector of his homeland from reading books, and has made it his duty.

Motivation: He is a bit of a kleptomaniac; and he feels that his past leaves him morally obligated to help

Flaws: Ugly, Shy. Bonds: Poor, Enemies, Criminal record, Guardian. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Can't modulate volume

Possessions: 5000 gp. Banded agate (6 gp). Coral (120 gp). Rose (40 gp). Silver pearl (120 gp). Bloodstone (40 gp). White opal (900 gp).

Description: The light-skinned man stands 5'3" and wears tattered old clothes. He has a auburn handlebar mustache and slicked back auburn hair. His fierce green eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: He is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as he rather likes the sound of his voice. His demeanor is somewhat feminine. He is able to fit into much smaller and tighter spaces than normal.

History: He grew up in a lower middle class home, but living comfortably wasn't enough. His martial abilities were realized during a raid on his village. Due to his spouse's obsession with being a Stableman they were divorced and he won custody of their son. He worked as a Banker, and he later adopted a second son.

Motivation: To unite with his sister; and to reunite with his absent mother

Ideals: Optimist, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly, Mundane. Bonds: Family. Occupation: Banker

Voice: Switch between two voices

Possessions: 110 pp. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This northern man's face is deformed and paralyzed on one side. As such, he slurs his words together. He is bundled in multiple layers and is prepared for a desert trek wearing a turban that covers his face most of the time. He keeps his golden hair in a pixie cut. His otherwise smooth face is marked with small tiny scars.

Personality: He is soft-spoken, optimistic and speaks nonstop, as he rather likes the sound of his voice. His demeanor is somewhat feminine. He dislikes loud distracting noises, but is overall hospitable. His biggest love is that of knowledge and as such will purchase any books or pay to listen to tales that travelers might have.

History: The child of a Doctor, who enjoyed hunting, Eiravel was taken on many hunting expeditions. Over the years he perfected his riding and shooting skills. He bought a dagger and has really upped his game hunting, due to his understanding of decoy and ambush.

Motivation: Marry his sister to traveling adventurers; and his spouse's relatives view him with great suspicion

Ideals: Optimist, Logical. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Nature, Family. Occupation: Seamstress

Voice: Relaxed voice

Possessions: 140 pp. Golden yellow topaz (300 gp). Jasper (40 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: His skin has the orange glow of too much sun. He wears a tight fitting brown shirt and pants. He has styled his auburn hair well, parting it to the right. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: He hates gnolls. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. He is a big fan of imagination and believes people should spend more time reading and writing.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. His psionic abilities were realized during a raid on his village. He has taken up leadership of the village's small militia in response to gnolls demanding more tribute than usual.

Motivation: Retire the richest man in the west; and revenge

Ideals: Logical, Gifted, Entrepeneur. Bonds: Enemies, Rich. Occupation: Performer

Voice: Spanish accent

Possessions: 500 gp.

Description: This man wears well tailored suits and hats with beautiful decoration. He is almost always dressed for an outing in high society, and sports empty pouches on his belt. His brown hair and beard is wavy and long. His thin eyebrows rest above his beady brown eyes.

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 is a thrill seeker, he laughs at people and throws down challenges. He is highly competitive and combative.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his mother and father. His mother taught him the rudiments of the Crown-heir arts, while his father instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. His mother took him hunting and taught him how to get in the mind of other creatures. He is searching for what he claims is his rightful reward.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Flaws: Ugly, Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer, Nature. Occupation: Crown-heir

Voice: Jittery and nervous

Possessions: 7000 sp. Red-brown spinel (80 gp).