Characters

Hashakh was born in the Underdark, where she was trained in the dark arts of necromancy by her family, but as is the case with many who seek out a life of adventure, she felt like she never fitted in with her kind. Drawn to the surface world and the ways of the living, Hashakh set off on a journey to find a new home. As she was leaving, she met Khamsa Oudasi, a wealthy merchant who was visiting the Underdark on business. The two became fast friends, and Khamsa

Robynne is head of The Red Cloaks. She was born to an elven mother and a human father, both of whom were notorious criminals in their own right. They were part of a bandit gang that operated on the outskirts of Aranthaes, preying on travellers and traders on the trade routes leading to the city. Growing up, Robynne was trained in the art of thievery and deception by her parents and quickly became a skilled thief. She learned how to pick locks, pick pockets, and disable traps, and soon began

Always up-beat and cheerful, Abigail Hart was born in the northern lands, the only child of a small-town blacksmith and his wife. From a young age, Abigail was always fascinated by the stories her parents would tell her of knights and paladins, and she dreamed of one day becoming a hero herself. As she grew older, Abigail realized that her passion for justice and righteousness was more than just a childish fancy. She began training with her father in the forge, honing her strength and endurance. She also began studying

Galhert Harewood’s merchant parents were killed in a bandit ambush when he was just a young boy. His grandfather, Godwin Harewood, took him and his younger brother Ossian in and raised them as his own. Galhert was filled with a burning desire for revenge, and he vowed to track down his parents’ killers and bring them to justice. As he grew older, Galhert trained himself in the art of tracking and hunting, becoming a skilled ranger. He spent years travelling the wilderness, gathering information and following leads in his quest

Godwin Harewood served in the Aranthaes City Guard for over 40 years, eventually rising to the rank of commander. He retired from active duty at the age of 65, but still keeps tabs on what’s going on in the city through his network of former colleagues and friends, including his past pupil Eryndor. After his daughter and her husband were killed in a bandit ambush, Godwin took his grandchildren Ossian and Galhert into his home and raised them as his own. He has a gruff exterior, but is fiercely protective

Rogmesh Drua was born into a family of half-orc mercenaries. She grew up watching her older brother, Kzhak aka Darkness become a legendary fighter and leader of their clan. However, Rogmesh always felt like she didn’t quite fit in. She had a fascination with fire that her family couldn’t understand, and her outgoing and charismatic personality often caused her to clash with her more reserved kin. Eventually, Rogmesh left her clan and struck out on her own as a mercenary for hire. She quickly discovered her natural talent for magic,

Kallista was born to a human father and a powerful demon mother, who was known for her cruelty and destruction. As a child, Kallista showed signs of demonic power, and her mother was quick to take notice. She took her away from her father and raised her in her own realm, where she trained her to be a ruthless killer and leader. Kallista’s mother had many enemies, and she used her daughter to carry out her most heinous acts of violence. Kallista became known as the “Demon’s Daughter,” feared and