Description: Relatively heavier built than your average man, he is not imposing. He wears a tan armored body suit, with a simple green line shooting up and back down. His white hair is knotted and matted. His violet eyes dart around the room hyper actively observing anyone and anything.

Personality: He is fixated on the number 56. He counts his steps and bites of food to keep in track with it. He seems to be used to being ignored and not questioned about it. He will often invite strangers home for dinner and talk their ears off. He cares deeply for his spouse and does his best to make sure his guests look presentable.

History: He was born a particularly ugly child, much to the horror of his parents. A gypsy cursed him at a young age, leading to his ugly appearance. Some 10 years later his spouse died after the birth of his son. Heartbroken, Varis never married again. Instead he focused his life to raising his son whom he trained as his mother had trained him before.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved.

Ideals: Optimist. Flaws: Insane, Ugly. Bonds: In love. Occupation: Mayor

Voice: Jittery and nervous

Possessions: 4000 gp. Zircon (50 gp). Carnelian (50 gp). Black pearl (1500 gp). Moonstone (50 gp). Carnelian (50 gp). Golden pearl (50 gp).

Description: He is an average looking eastern male in his early mid-life. He wears a fine chain shirt which he covers with tan colored cloaks and clothing. He keeps his black hair in a pixie cut. His gray eyes peer out from beneath his broad tan hat.

Personality: He hates gnolls. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. Flattery will make him almost putty in your hands.

History: Azaki lived on a farm with his mother, near the main road leading to a nearby town. He took after his mother in leading caravans. Because they were valued, his mother taught him to defend himself. When his mother died while fighting gnolls, the young Azaki began to lead the lost caravan. He has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: He is currently in port desperately looking for someone to get him out; and revenge

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Selfish. Bonds: Enemies, Family, Slave. Occupation: Gardener

Voice: Speaks with back of mouth

Possessions: 3000 gp. White opal (600 gp). Malachite (14 gp). Red spinel (50 gp). Iolite (60 gp). Golden pearl (50 gp). Black pearl (1000 gp). Tourmaline (50 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: His right thumb is blackened and bruised, but otherwise he appears quite healthy. He wears a shirt that is too small, which lets his gut show, with a ratty grey coat over it. He wears his chestnut hair up. He has a dull look in his green eyes.

Personality: He will rave to anyone who will listen. He has a minor phobia of water and hates getting wet.

History: Heir to a fortune, his parents put a great deal of effort into curing his disease. He struck it rich when he found rare goods in large quantities. He has built up a small fortune and can afford his own way.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it; and he is terrified, and will act out of fear

Flaws: Ugly, Insane, Fearful, Disease. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Spy

Voice: pre-pubescent

Possessions: 32000 sp. Carved harp of exotic wood with ivory inlay and zircon gems (900 gp). Brass mug with jade inlays (500 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (500 gp). 1 Minor magic item.