Description: A man with a warm, jovial air about him, he has a large yellow mantle and cape that has been intricately interwoven into his grey robe. He has black hair. His face is full, his cheeks are rosy, and he always seems to sport a perfect smile and a twinkle in his amber eyes.

Personality: Always inclined to offer people food he seems plenty friendly. He is underhanded and not above using his wealth and body to get others to do his bidding.

History: He was raised happily, as a normal child born to his mother and father. His mother taught him the rudiments of the Shepherd arts, while his father instructed him in etiquette, music and courtly manner. He inherited a moderately successful company from his mother. Under his leadership it has flourished, and using capital from his venture he effectively owns an entire region. Lacking all sense, he decided to go on an adventure. He picked a direction and started trekking.

Motivation: He has passion for adventuring and risk; and he feels threatened by others

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Fearful. Bonds: Attractive, Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Shepherd

Voice: High pitched and raspy

Possessions: 200 pp. Emerald (1400 gp). Red spinel (130 gp). Chrysoprase (60 gp). Alexandrite (700 gp). Onyx (60 gp). Rock crystal (60 gp). Carnelian (60 gp). Rose (60 gp). Star ruby (1400 gp). Aquamarine (700 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This light-skinned male wears a pastel coat over a black low-cut shirt, and a wide-brimmed hat upon his head. He is tall, broad shouldered and powerfully built. His hair is always cut to a buzz. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: He is shy and timid. He has not had much interaction with people and is skittish around them. He claims to be unscrupulous but at the end of the day he will do what he thinks is right.

History: Born in the north to a Scribe, Himo learned a great deal about his mother's area of expertise. In his 18th year, his parents were killed by a gnolls raid, leaving Himo alone in the world. After a stint in an orphanage, he was adopted. He has made many enemies by not giving into corruption and outing many instances of it.

Motivation: He desires power and/or immortality; and he wants to meet his childhood hero

Ideals: Justice. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Job, Enemies, Adventurer. Occupation: Scribe

Voice: Low and grunting

Possessions: 3000 gp. Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (600 gp). A necklace of small pink pearls (1000 gp).

Description: Relatively heavier built than your average man, he is not imposing. He wears rags and sports a simple walking cane. His red hair is singed and shortened. His eyes are brown.

Personality: He is quite gentle and does not know the full extent of his strength. He works very hard to maintain that gentleness. Animals are drawn to him, and he is able to talk to them.

History: He was born to loving parents in a slum to the south. At a young age he wooed the heart of his future spouse and the two had a long relationship before they wed. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: Wishes to resurrect an old love; and to share knowledge with the world

Ideals: Disciplined, Gifted, Logical. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor, In love. Occupation: Healer

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: 2000 gp. Lapis lazuli (15 gp). Peridot (60 gp). Hematite (15 gp). Bloodstone (60 gp). Obsidian (15 gp). Black pearl (500 gp). Pink pearl (70 gp). Carnelian (60 gp). Silver pearl (70 gp). Rock crystal (60 gp). Red garnet (70 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.