Description: He is a physically imposing light-skinned man. He wears a violet costume with the symbols of death on his torso. He has dyed his greying brown hair a little too much giving a sharp brown color. His fair skin shows little sign of his aristocratic breeding.

Personality: Quiet and reserved he prefers to listen than to talk. He will nod occasionally and communicate nonverbally. He loves his children and doesn't want them to worry about him. He loves to share his writing with anyone who is interested.

History: He is the product a well kept family trust fund and as such has never really known need. He has had some formal writing training, and achieved minor success. When his spouse passed he lost his only source of income but claims to his daughters to still be retired.

Motivation: He uses money and sex appeal to get what he needs.

Ideals: Artistic. Flaws: Shy. Bonds: Attractive, Family, Rich. Occupation: Gardener

Voice: Pronounces O like U

Possessions: 1000 gp. Jasper (80 gp). Star ruby (1500 gp). Tourmaline (130 gp). 1 Medium magic item.

Description: A middle-aged man, he wears light armors faded through time and improper care, and is pretty ugly. His brown hair is thinning but still full. He wears large thick round spectacles.

Personality: He is calm most of the time but flees social interaction. He has a cruel streak; something he gained from his previous mentor. He harbors resentment against his former mentor.

History: Sold as a small child to a slaver, Beiro was an assistant, and all too frequently test subject. He eventually earned his freedom when his former master disappeared. He couldn't stand his childhood mentor and eventually formed a pact with his mentor's previously failed apprentice to rebel. When their plan failed the mentor lashed out against both of them and fled. He was betrayed by a partner and left for dead, teaching him a humbling lesson in trusting others.

Motivation: He's repulsed by the PC; and a deep hatred of illithids

Flaws: Ugly, Shy, Antagonistic. Bonds: Mentor. Occupation: Dilettante

Voice: Eastern European accent

Possessions: 800 pp. Bloodstone (60 gp). Freshwater pearl (13 gp). Rhodochrosite (13 gp). Iolite (60 gp). Chrysoprase (60 gp). Alexandrite (1100 gp). Violet garnet (1100 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: His left thumb is blackened and bruised, but otherwise he appears quite healthy. He wears a fine chain shirt which he covers with grey colored cloaks and clothing. He wears a small hat to cover his moderate length brown hair. He has hazel eyes and a grey hat with a green feather.

Personality: He has always had a great fascination with Elven culture. He is however nostalgic and wants to reunite with his old comrades. He has some compunction and patriotism and will work for the government before all other clients.

History: His history is one of pain. He was disowned by both parents and raised among the slaves his parents kept. He found a children's book about a Elf Wizard who fought for good and justice and never realised it was just a child's story. He modeled his life after the story, seeing himself destined a hero. He has drifted from career to career and currently works as a Bricklayer.

Motivation: He doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes; and sabotage a competitor

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Racist. Bonds: Adventurer, Slave, Job. Occupation: Bricklayer

Voice: Speaks with squeezed throat

Possessions: 400 pp. Embroidered silk and velvet mantle with numerous moonstones (2200 gp). Solid gold idol (900 gp). Large well-done wool tapestry (600 gp). 1 Minor magic item.