Description: This eastern man wears a lot of dark rich colors, with gold accents. His clothes are grease stained in places. He wears a feathered hat to cover his moderate length golden hair. He is baby faced.

Personality: He has a good heart but also a terrible temper. He will forgive often but not before yelling and berating someone for whatever they have done wrong. To his fellows he is seen as friendly and intelligent, but is angry and unforgiving to the so called fatcats and any who do and have associated with them.

History: His parents moved while he was still in utero so he is the first generation to be born here. Because his father participated in the massacre of their homeland, illithids burned their ranch to the ground and forced them out. He was preparing to flee to the east, but the outbreak of war prevented him and his mother from journeying east to reunite his family. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and many illithids want him driven away

Flaws: Antagonistic. Bonds: Attractive, Poor, Immigrant, Enemies. Occupation: Merchant

Voice: Puts emphasis on the wrong words

Possessions: 2000 gp. Obsidian (7 gp). Emerald (700 gp). Chrysoberyl (100 gp). Brown-green garnet (100 gp). Brown-green garnet (100 gp). Chrysoberyl (100 gp). Star ruby (700 gp). Freshwater pearl (7 gp). Red garnet (100 gp). Silver pearl (100 gp).

Description: A 4'11" northern man, he usually wears his tan robe and has his hand crossbow always slung over his shoulder. His hair is auburn, silky, and of moderate length. He has a very pronounced jaw and large eyebrows. He wears rectangular glasses with silver brims.

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 has a habit of throwing himself into exceedingly dangerous situations.

History: The child of a Shepherd, who enjoyed hunting, Erevan was taken on many hunting expeditions. His mother was a mechanic, and taught him how to fix just about anything. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and to prove his worth to the world

Ideals: Persistence. Flaws: Antagonistic, Impulsive. Bonds: Attractive, Nature. Occupation: Crown-heir

Voice: Jittery and nervous

Possessions: Gold dragon comb with red garnet eye (800 gp). An abacus with copper, silver and gold markers (30 gp). Silver chalice with lapis lazuli gems (30 gp). Finely wrought small gold bracelet (80 gp). Sapphire pendant on gold chain (2100 gp). A small bag of saffron. (80 gp). A pair of blacksmith’s puzzle; each has a pair of interlocked iron designs that users try to take apart and put back together (80 gp). A small bag of saffron. (80 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: A pudgy man standing about 4'11" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He is typically in his Ruler uniform. His head has been shaved. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: Raer speaks confidently about a variety of topics with grace. He is clearly well-traveled and educated. His philosophy is that everyone needs a friend and as such shows hospitality towards all.

History: Trained by his mother for as long as he can remember he had it drilled in his head that it was his duty to serve his country. He graduated from the Naval Academy and went to see the world at the rank of Ensign. He advanced relatively quickly due to his good work ethic, understanding of the chain of command, and natural leadership ability. He then took over the family business and is one of the better Ruler for hire.

Motivation: To be a Slave Trader again; and sabotage a competitor

Ideals: Impeccable, Optimist. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Job, Military. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 3000 gp. Silver comb with moonstones (600 gp). An elaborate, whalebone scrimshaw carving of intertwined orbs, each showing the legend of creation story (40 gp). Cloth of gold vestments (180 gp). Old masterpiece painting (1300 gp). Jeweled electrum ring (5000 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.