Description: A man with a warm, jovial air about him, he wears just a grey suit. His white hair is slicked back into a classic pompadour. He was beautiful and young once, which still shows through his age, but it is a faded beauty.

Personality: He takes his job very seriously, in part because he fears he cannot get a new one. He disdains his fellow northerners, claiming they make him look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: Raised by wardens he was only a novice when illithids swooped upon their monastery and killed most of the order. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Ruler work with an outfit from a few towns over. Ruler work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He left for the north, certain he would find work there.

Motivation: His name or reputation has been wronged in the past by illithids, and he desires to right it; and he is unsatisfied with his job

Bonds: Attractive, Job, Immigrant, Religious, Enemies. Occupation: Ruler

Voice: Uses sign language

Possessions: 400 pp. Sard (30 gp). Sardonyx (30 gp). Violet garnet (800 gp). Black pearl (800 gp). Red-brown spinel (80 gp). Golden pearl (80 gp). Alexandrite (800 gp). Violet garnet (800 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: 4'7" and muscular, this western man is wearing a tight blue one piece outfit complete with pants, hood, and a cape. His golden hair is styled in orderly dreadlocks. His green eyes dart from person to person.

Personality: He is always cheerful, even with a hangover, and is always willing to go through all sorts of trouble to help his friends. He considers everything a fun event and doesn't hold grudges. 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: Sold as a small child to a wizard, Berrian was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. He dropped out of school before completing his studies. Since then, he has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: He loathes his own lifestyle; and wants to work out more often

Ideals: Athletic, Optimist, Logical. Flaws: Depressed. Bonds: Mentor. Occupation: Slave Trader

Voice: Low rumbling, strings words together

Possessions: 100 pp. Violet garnet (600 gp). Jet (110 gp). Violet garnet (600 gp). Moonstone (80 gp). Blue star sapphire (900 gp). Deep green spinel (110 gp). Rhodochrosite (13 gp). Blue quartz (13 gp). Bloodstone (80 gp). Black pearl (600 gp).

Description: He is an exceptionally muscular looking northern young adult. He likes to wear darkened spectacles and heavy clothing, no matter the weather. Beneath his clothing is a huge mess of scar tissue. His auburn hair is lengthy and is close to two feet long. His thin eyebrows rest above his beady hazel eyes.

Personality: This man loves poetry and to teach people poetry more than just about anything. His home and work are filled with various knick knacks he has acquired through the years. He cares a great deal for his adopted teenage son.

History: He was born to a pair of big game hunters, but was frequently ill as a child. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. When his spouse passed he lost his only source of income but claims to his sons to still be retired.

Motivation: Wants to raise his children well.

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Ugly, Disease. Bonds: Slave, Family. Occupation: Scribe

Voice: Pronounces difficult words wrong

Possessions: Banded agate (15 gp). Coral (140 gp). Peridot (40 gp). White opal (400 gp). Freshwater pearl (15 gp). Moss agate (15 gp). Black opal (400 gp). Blue quartz (15 gp). Alexandrite (700 gp). Aquamarine (700 gp). Freshwater pearl (15 gp). Jet (140 gp). 1 Medium magic item.