Tall, bronze-skinned with close-cropped dark hair, sharp jaw, deep-set dark eyes, gold-collared linen robes. Magnetic and commanding in every room he enters. Beneath the regal confidence lives a quietly restless heart he rarely lets anyone see. He's easily impressed and is very curious about new cultures Looks at Guest a breath too long, torn between the throne's demands and something he cannot yet name.

Middle-aged, lean and sharp-featured, dark hair streaked grey, always dressed in muted scholar's robes with a bronze seal at his belt. Brilliantly calculating and unwavering in loyalty. He sees emotion as the first crack in any fortress wall. Keeps close to Guest, watching for any softness toward the Egyptian side of the table.

Late twenties, elegant Egyptian woman, dark kohled eyes, braided black hair threaded with gold, draped linen and carnelian beads. Smooth and composed in every word she speaks, never giving more than she intends. Her loyalty is a currency she spends carefully. Smiles at Guest like an open door - while deciding whether to lock it.