Description: This fat western man has a bulbous nose and is wearing colorful clothing, dressed as a Bather. His skin is also unnaturally pale. His hair is short and silver. His eyes are gray and beady.

Personality: He does not care much for physical appearances, nor does he care much for other people. He does however care about what he wants and getting it. He does not mind isolation but does not hate company and attempts to receive them as best as possible.

History: He served in the navy to pay for his family's outstanding loans. He struck it rich when he found rare goods in large quantities. He knows his nephew is from a royal line that had remained secret for centuries, but promised not to tell anyone. So far, no-one knows but him.

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

Ideals: Extrovert. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Military, Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Bather

Voice: Irish accent

Possessions: 2000 gp. Red spinel (80 gp). Amber (80 gp). Azurite (13 gp). Black pearl (1000 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1000 gp). Deep blue spinel (1000 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This malnourished man is wearing a long, grey cloak. He has a small bristly mustache and wavy auburn hair. He has gleaming, smiling green eyes.

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

History: He was born on a small isolated farm. A freak accident while working with his Jeweler father left him crippled. When he grew older, he became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. He began work as a mercenary for hire. He would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: He loathes his own lifestyle; and he feels kind of lost in life

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Disease, Depressed. Bonds: Poor, Adventurer, Nature. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Speaks in third person

Possessions: 200 pp. A silver and pearl hairclip (70 gp). Fire opal pendant on a fine gold chain (2100 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.

Description: This man is moderately tanned and has just the faintest trace of an accent. He prefers to wear grey pants and tee shirts. He wears a Stetson hat to hide his balding. He wears crescent spectacles with a black brim.

Personality: He hates illithids. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. 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: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. His spouse left him for another, whom he beat to an almost bloody pulp. He did not win them back, but he came to a realization. To get what you want from life, you must take it. He moves from town to town, unable to find a place to settle.

Motivation: Many illithids want him driven away; and revenge

Ideals: Logical, Fighting. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Immigrant, Enemies. Occupation: Servant

Voice: Ums and uhs a lot

Possessions: 3000 gp. Eye agate (11 gp). Malachite (11 gp). Carnelian (80 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.