Traits

This man is related to al-Mansur. His peers are in awe of such a noble descent. Unfortunately, it also produces some strange, rebellious thoughts in his mind.

This man was adopted into the family, something that makes his peers likely to ignore him in social life. However, he is nevertheless grateful for being given the chance to move up the social ladder - this adds to his loyalty.

Lords who have no qualms about travelling to far off lands for noble, spiritual causes serve as a great example to their men.

Some show their devotion through prayer, but this man shows it through battling in God's name.

To devote one's life to the Crusades is above and beyond the call, and sets this man apart from his peers.

This man's eyes tend to be drawn toward all things beautiful.

Actively seeks to gaze upon things of true beauty, and possess them if possible.

Seeks a paradise where nothing is displeasing to the eye. In love with beauty itself.

If only bloody coughing was the worst of it. High fevers, chills, chest pains, and troubled breathing characterize this man's sufferings.

This is the bane of the travelling soldier. He finds his joints stiff, his skin bruised, and his wounds slow to heal.

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This man's temples will begin throbbing at the mere mention of the wrong people or belief.

Fists clenched, nostrils flared, somebody would say something if anyone dared.

Rage is not an emotion for this man, it is a mantra and way of life.

This general inspires his troops through great victories. They will follow him anywhere, even on the longest, hardest adventures. Yet, his glory hunting is causing suspicion and resentment at home, and brings dangerous and ambitious thoughts to his mind.

His troops are eager to fight for him. If he's a good commander or good disciplinarian, they'll fight for a very long time without losing morale.

His troops are ready to fight for him in a campaign. If he's a good commander or good disciplinarian, they'll fight for long time without losing morale.

The troops need to recuperate their strength by resting in home lands, among friendly people, and preferably in a settlement. A great victory though, would do much to improve their morale.

The army needs to rest in home lands, among friendly people, and preferably in a settlement. A great victory though, would do much to improve their morale.

Years on active service has taken it's toll. The army needs to rest in home lands, among friendly people, and preferably in a settlement. If the general is a good commander or Vanquisher, recovery will be swift. A great victory would work miracles for their morale, though.

Many years away from home have eroded this army's native values and discipline to a severe extent. It needs to rest in home lands, among friendly people, and with the comforts of a settlement. If the general is a good commander or Vanquisher, recovery will be swift. A battle won may also help to recover morale.

This army has not returned home for many years. It needs to rest in home lands, among friendly people, and preferably in a settlement. If the general is a good commander or Vanquisher, recovery will be swift. A victory would also help them recover morale.

This army has not returned home for many years. It needs to rest in friendly lands, among friendly people, and with some of the comforts of a settlement. If the general is a good commander or Vanquisher, the soldiers' recovery will be swift. A battle won may also help to recover morale.

This man had the strength of character to learn from the attempt on his life rather than fear impending doom.

Has survived enough assassination attempts to be able to claim either divine protection, or a sixth sense.

Although clearly fortunate to be alive, this man is now genuinely adept at avoiding attempts on his life.

Willing to turn to hired blades to take out targets that armies would struggle to reach.

Regularly employs assassins to see the interests of the people done, without them knowing who did it.

Has recruited enough killers in his time to know the measure of a man almost immediately.

This man's basic manner and lifestyle lean towards being severe and unforgiving.

This man is not interested in luxuries or beautification. Restraint is the path to perfection!

This man is a bastion of self restraint and purity, in a manner that is overbearing and boorish.

This man believes that authority is the cornerstone of maintaining good order.

This man will not tolerate excuses: it is the people's duty to respect the authority of the rules laid out before them.

Believes that rigid law and order are both an absolute necessity, oppressively so.

This man is yet little to show signs of ever being effective or confident in command.

This man has a knack for making a meal of things when attempting to take command.

This man could clutch defeat from the jaws of victory.

This man's troops say at least two prayers before entering battle - he seems destined to command his armies to their doom.

Still regarded as an authority on heresy, but a failed prosecution suggests his conclusions are fallible.

Although his desire to eradicate heresy is not in question, his ability to do so is.

Has developed a reputation for casting wild accusations over the innocent that a common serf could disprove.

Lacks either the heart or the stomach to push his troops.

More concerned with whether or not the men like him than whether or not they are truly prepared for battle. He is seeking popularity, not efficiency or order. But this behaviour also has its bright sides, as commoners are more likely to come and settle in the city he governs.

This man does nothing to keep his subordinates in check, and as a result his soldiers and subjects do as they please. This makes him popular in the city he governs, but mainly due to the fact that corrupt officials are left to their own designs.

Despite his lineage (or lack thereof), this man will take the reins upon the death of the current leader.

Has shown that he can abstain from lowly acts on the field of battle.

Never let it be said that this man will resort to cheap tactics to win a battle, it is beneath him now.

Is becoming known for making selfless acts of sacrifice and courage in battle.

So chivalrous is this man that his opponents consider it an honour to die upon the sword of such a worthy foe.

Spoken off throughout the known world as a walking embodiment of knightly virtues that all warriors should aspire to emulate.

His actions in battle suggest he cares about winning much more so than doing it honourably.

It's not a mistake when this man subjects his foes to cruel and unusual deaths; he's taken a liking to it.

This man is not beneath mutilating a fallen foe to make his next enemy lose his nerve.

The ingenuity and joy he shows when devising malevolent plans for his enemies has led some to question whether he is perhaps entirely devoid of conscience.

Even the bravest of knights and kings would admit to fearing to face this infamous monster in battle.

He’s got a scar to prove he's been in a proper fight, where his life was at risk.

Bears a few scars, a sign of both courage and endurance in battle.

Some of this man's war wounds are difficult to look what rouses both respect and dread in people’s souls. His soldiers know that his ability to continue battling through such injuries is astounding and they trust his cry of war.

So brutally scarred that people do not know which way to look when addressing him. Can any mortal blow fell him?

Goes into a frenzy when battle commences, making him both reckless and frightening.

When in battle, he enters a rage so fierce that he loses all sense of danger and direction.

When this man enters battle, friend and foe alike part before him. He is a notorious and dangerous berserker!

This man is no longer physically capable of taking the field of battle. He is also likely to forget things he learned during his military career.

Is untroubled at the sight of blood, particularly if it belongs to the enemy.

Cannot wait to see his foe's blood stain his own tabard in battle.

Cannot wait to see his foe's blood stain his own tabard in battle.

This man's insatiable lust for blood is known to lead to gruesome madness.

Lacks any sort of flair or conviction when delivering a speech.

This man is not graceful with words, and his speeches are more likely to be ordeals than inspirations.

This man couldn't excite a prisoner with a tale of freedom - he is simply incredibly dull to talk to.

This man does not balk at the sight of danger - he has shown he can overcome fear when need be.

Fear is not something that troubles this man. He and his men will bravely accept grim odds without complaint.

Known to embrace the act of taking on dangers as both an example to others, and as a personal test of character. Soldiers follow him enthusiastically.

A truly fearless warrior that has been through too much to fear any one man or moment. He can brave any battle difficulty out with his high-spirited soldiers.

Somewhere there is a line between bravery and foolishness, but this man does not seem to care in the least where it might lie. Such boldness makes soldiers and civilians alike enthusiastic, and makes this man more dangerous on the field of battle.

This man has declared the town he governs to be the capital of his new empire.

It’s one of the main candidates in the line of succession to the throne.

This man is rumoured to serve another faith in privacy. Lords wonder if they can trust him any more.

This man learned much from his father's sense of honour and chivalry.

Thanks to his noble father's influence, this man shows a very strong sense of honour.

This general has seized control of Antioch, gateway to Syria. This is a great victory, and will surely usher in a new age of prosperity for our people!

This general has seized control of the city of Baghdad, jewel of Mesopotamia! In his daydreaming he doesn't hesitate compare himself to ibn Walid, the great conqueror!

This general has seized control of the Muslim city of Baghdad. The nobles and common folk are in awe, and they all wonder what victories await their new hero.

This general has seized control of Constantinople, the jewel of the East, the wealthiest prize on Earth. He's proven to be both a great commander and adept student of war. In his daydreaming, he doesn't hesitate to compare himself to Julius Caesar and other great conquerors!

This general has seized control of Iconium, the capital of the Anatolian plateau. From here, our armies may now march east to Antioch, or west to Constantinople.

This general has seized control of our magnificent capital, Kiev. The nobles and common folk are in awe, already beginning to liken him to Volodymyr, the great conqueror!

This general has seized control of Kiev, the golden city of the Rus. It is now only a matter of time before he has conquered everything from the Black Sea to the Baltic.

This general has seized control of Qustantiniyya (Constantinople), the eternal enemy of the worshippers of God! Few would protest to the claim that it was the wealthiest prize on Earth. He's proven to be both a great commander and adept student of war, and in his daydreaming he doesn't hesitate to compare himself to Amr ibn al-As, the Sword of Islam!

This general has seized control of Tsargorod (Constantinople), the mythical city of the true faith worshipper. Few would protest to the claim that it was the wealthiest prize on Earth. He's proven to be both a great commander and adept student of war, and in his daydreaming he doesn't hesitate to compare himself to Volodymyr the Conqueror!

His European cousins have difficulty believing he is one of their own. The man dresses in Eastern attire, converses in Arabic and is tolerant of Pagan ritual! Can he be trusted?

Feels that his efforts are appropriately appreciated by those whom he serves.

Feels that he is treated with respect by his ruler.

Has been made to feel like a truly valued and honoured member of his people.

The difference between money owed to his liege and money owed to himself is not as clear as one might hope. His attitude may worsen if he lacks Piety or Loyalty, or he visits either centres of power or of moral decay.

Unafraid of lowly acts of stealing liege’s money to realise his financial ambitions. It may get even worse if he is not very Pious and Loyal, or he visits centres of power and sleaze.

Devoid of conscience, this man is only interested in what is possible, unconcerned about what is deemed proper.

It is sometimes wondered why father does not swiftly chastise those who would sin around him.

Though he has committed no crime against the laws of the land, his self-indulgent ways are criminal for a priest.

Presumed to be off committing acts of profanity most heinous and debauched once he steps away from the altar.

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He has commanded an army in 25 battles.

Having successfully located and dealt with a foreign spy, this man has shown that he is definitely capable of overseeing a security force.

This man is not paranoid, he simply knows exactly when there is need to be concerned of watching eyes.

This man has an almost disturbingly innate ability to sense when he is being watched, by whom, and even why.

This man's proximity to the nation's capital lets him present his grievances at court, provided someone is around to hear them.

A significant player in matters of courtly intrigue, this man's extended stay near the capital has boosted his political profile.

In battle, he shows more concern for his own safety than is acceptable in a man of noble blood. (Be aware that cowardice may self-perpetuate! Let this general fight to wash away this stain!)

A man who fears being hurt should not be leading men into battle. (Be aware that cowardice may self-perpetuate! He's likely to gain more pronounced Fear traits unless he fights frequently)

Known to run as soon as there is a threat to his person, this man is now openly called a coward.

Even the meekest of men jeer at this man's lack of spine. He belongs in a nursery, not on a battlefield.

Even the meekest of men jeer at this man's lack of spine. He belongs in a nursery, not on a battlefield.

A Lord who will gladly travel to far-off lands in the name of God and country serves as a great example to his men.

Some show their devotion through prayer, but this man shows it through battling in God's name.

To devote one's life to the Crusades is the sort of thing even most knights would deem to be above and beyond the call.

Though nobody speaks to him of it, plenty of people whisper rumours of his wife having a secret love.

This man's wife shows an alarming degree of affection to the men of her household staff, and people have begun to talk...

This man's inability to do much about his wife's open conquests of other men makes him the butt of many a joke.

So short on self respect is this man that those who bed his wife openly laugh about it to his face... Just before passing water on his shoes.

The rumours say that this man is currently under a minor hex cast by an annoying, wretched witch.

This man has been cursed by a practitioner of foul and evil arts. As a result, the slightest of omens will cause him to lose heart.

His encounter with a crone most foul has left this man blighted, something he fixates upon sadly.

This poor man is convinced that he will be taken by pagan demons, that he has been damned to a heathen's fate!

Understands the basic principles of how to craft a lie.

Some say this man's wit is so sharp, he could use it to slay his enemies. Others say he is simply not to be trusted.

Creates a myriad of half-truths and plausible tales to mislead others, and is exceptional at doing so.

Has developed an odd and sometimes disturbing view of things.

He is clearly dealing with things only he can see or understand. Not that he seems to understand a lot of late.

He is clearly dealing with things only he can see or understand. Not that he seems to understand a lot of late.

His mind is no longer his own, and he acts without rationale or reason. This man has become a danger to himself and others.

His mind is no longer his own, and he acts without rationale or reason. This man has become a danger to himself and others.

Has learned how to sack a conquered place effectively rather than mindlessly.

Actually drills his men on how to pillage a place effectively once the enemy lies defeated.

Has made an art of ransacking the homes of the terrified folk he has just conquered.

A strong believer in the philosophy that "a pint of sweat now will save a gallon of blood later."

This man drills his troops very hard, enough to both harden them, and instil a little resentment. Moreover, he governs in the very same fashion.

This man mercilessly drives his troops to breaking point. As a result, many of them despise him, but they cannot deny that he makes them better warriors. These same methods applied to governance lead to greater public order, but at the cost of deterring people from immigrating to the city.

Is somewhat disgruntled about the tasks and treatment he has been given of late.

Is sure that his talents could be better used by his rulers, if only they would give him more meaningful tasks.

Whether or not it is true, this man has become certain that he is intentionally being treated poorly by his master.

This man's pilgrimage to Jerusalem ended in disillusionment in his faith - the money lenders, the trinkets sold to tourists... All of it has made him question his faith.

Loyalty is a quality this man often speaks of, but rarely displays.

Wrestles with the problems of trying to serve his own interests, as well as that of his superiors.

It is clear that this man takes orders to be suggestions, at best.

This man utterly resents notions of loyalty and servitude, to the point that his betrayals are almost an inevitability.

Suspects that his faith alone has kept him safe from mortal danger.

Quite certain that the Lord is watching over him, keeping him safe no matter what the adversity.

God himself turns the assassin's blade from my back. I am Chosen!

Suspects that his faith alone has kept him safe from mortal danger.

Quite certain that the gods are watching over him, keeping him safe no matter what the adversity.

The gods themselves turn the assassin's blade from my back. I am Chosen!