1. Khari Lucas

2.  The Merchant - Looks  Looks: “There was a Merchant with a forking beard, And motley dress; high on his horse he sat, Upon his head a Flemish beaver hat, And on his feet daintily buckled boots”  Motley – multicolored  Wears somewhat of a fancy hat, and fancy boots.  Perhaps and indicator of his skill as a merchant.

3.   He speaks solemnly  “He harped on his increase of capital”. He is a braggart  He is a very good trader, and specializes in exchanges  Carries himself well, and is charismatic  Has secret debt? The Man Himself

4.  The Franklin  White Beard  Cheerful  Most likely sort of large  Wealthy Landowner

5.   Most Likely Hedonistic “Epicurus’ very son”  Generous “As noted as St. Julian was for bounty…”  Opens house up to all  Allows all people to drink and be fed the finest food His Philosophy

6.   Performs several jobs, and performs them all well  “As Justice at the Sessions, none stood higher”  “As Sheriff He checked audit, every entry”  “He was a model among landed gentry His Work Ethic