Description: An imposing man with a heavy stainless steel prosthetic right hand, he wears suspenders and black workpants. His shirt is grey, and he wears a heavy black leather apron most of the time. His silver hair is slicked back into a classic pompadour. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: Always inclined to offer people food he seems plenty friendly. He is always in debt, since he spends his money on lavish parties and gifts for friends

History: Born in a small village he learned the ways of the warrior from his mother. He worked as a nervous Body Guard and found it very stressful. Recently a tribe of drow 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 prove his worth to the world; and to be a weaver again

Ideals: Philantrophist, Fighting. Flaws: Impulsive. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Body Guard

Voice: Farmer accent

Possessions: 3000 gp. Lapis lazuli (14 gp). Red spinel (130 gp). Obsidian (14 gp). Tourmaline (130 gp). Sard (20 gp). Deep blue spinel (600 gp). Black pearl (600 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: Standing 5'5", this man wears a custom-built plate barding that's adorned with blue lining and desert motifs. His white hair is unkempt and raggedy. His eyes are a pleasant violet.

Personality: He considers himself the protector of his home. He feels this is his duty and calling. He spends most of his days drinking in the Inn, the rowdiest and most dangerous establishment in town. There he gambles, wrestles and listens to stories told by travelers.

History: He was born in the west. He was an adventurer many years ago and he formed a blood bond with his Elven companion (his 'brother'). He spent several years traveling with his friend, before both settled down to enjoy the fruits of their adventures.

Motivation: He's looking for his big break; and a need for knowledge about a nearby landmark

Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, Guardian, Adventurer, Immigrant. Occupation: Engraver

Voice: Scottish accent

Possessions: 4000 gp. Alexandrite (400 gp). Rhodochrosite (4 gp).

Description: This petite short man is perpetually holding a chocolate of some kind. He does not wear sleeves and tends to eschew shirts when he can avoid it, marred by chocolates. His brown hair is greying along the sides and has receded to reveal a widow's peak. His face is feral with sharp distinguishing features. His spectacle hidden eyes are a deep hazel.

Personality: He will rave to anyone who will listen. He is vehemently anti-magic. All of it is evil and corrupting in his opinion.

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. He hopes to save up enough money to one day pay a cleric to cure him.

Motivation: Money/treasure; and he is greedy

Ideals: Opinionated. Flaws: Ugly, Insane, Disease. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Navigator

Voice: Sounds elderly

Possessions: Old masterpiece painting (500 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). Eyepatch with mock eye of sapphire and moonstone (500 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). Golden circlet with four aquamarines (1000 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.