Description: Dark and lean, he is a relatively plain man. He wears clothing that is held on in multiple layers but all of it is in poor condition. His red hair is singed and shortened. This gray eyed westerner is not easily forgotten.

Personality: He is a very happy person and has lots of energy. To put it simply, he's a very lovable idiot. 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: A studious child he never was much for a social life, not because he was unlikable, but because he did not seek it out. He dropped out of school before completing his studies. Since then, he has sought to make the best of life.

Motivation: Wants to have a good time and be beloved; and further expansion of business

Ideals: Optimist, Logical, Gifted. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Poor. Occupation: Blacksmith

Voice: Laughs frequently while speaking

Possessions: 400 pp. Citrine (20 gp). Coral (80 gp). Malachite (7 gp). Sard (20 gp). 1 Minor magic item.

Description: He typically wears green cloth garments or leather armor, and he perpetually has his kukri ready. His blonde hair is greasy and uncared for. His gray eyes show the wear and tear of someone lonely with a great burden to carry.

Personality: Stoic and calm, he prefers to meditate than take action. He enjoys reading and quiet.

History: He was born to a wealthy landowner in a frontier town, living a normal and happy childhood. His father had invested heavily in several trade routes and wanted him to inherit them. He now mingles about in high society.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it; and he is greedy

Ideals: Fighting, Disciplined, Logical. Flaws: Ugly. Bonds: Rich. Occupation: Cook

Voice: Shortens vowels

Possessions: 3000 gp. Rich purple corundum (1500 gp). Bloodstone (30 gp). Sardonyx (30 gp). Moss agate (7 gp). Golden yellow topaz (1000 gp). Chalcedony (30 gp).

Description: He is generally shirtless and showing off his tattooed chest. He is physically well-built. His golden hair is slicked back into a classic pompadour. He has green eyes and a black hat with a white feather.

Personality: He hates gnolls. He views them as having robbed his home of its proper glory. He disdains his fellow westerners, claiming they make him look unintelligent just for using an accent.

History: He served in the navy to pay for his family's outstanding loans. Ostracized due to the martial powers of his oldest sister, he and his siblings struck out on their own. In the process these unassuming Elves became a terror of the countryside. Days after completing his studies, news broke out that his hometown was attacked by gnolls. Aerdeth was horrified and prayed that his father was alright. However, he heard that his father had died fighting off the gnolls.

Motivation: A need for knowledge about a nearby landmark; and to reunite with his old friends

Ideals: Gifted. Bonds: Enemies, Immigrant, Military, Adventurer. Occupation: Gardener

Voice: Hard of hearing, loud

Possessions: 300 pp. Violet garnet (300 gp). Red spinel (140 gp). Smoky quartz (50 gp). Violet garnet (300 gp). Aquamarine (300 gp). Rock crystal (50 gp). 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item. 1 Minor magic item.