Yikes, I knew Ashrem was starting this thread, but I forgot about it...
For Yuri's background: His father is quite the blacksmith, and very wealthy, but the only class Yuri'll ever take aside from Armsman is Blademaster (and maybe Warder...one of the ladies would have to rape me with the bond first).
And, as it seems popular, here are Yuri's impressions of the other characters:
Ashrem--The Ebou Dari is a touchy bastard, but not dissimilar from the rest of his ilk. If he hadn't threatened Yuri, the Kandori would probably like the roguish fellow.
Tomas--Arrogant, but handy with that sword. Whether that's actual skill or just luck, Yuri hasn't seen him fight that much. He suspects luck, however, despite his comments to Tomas. He's seen more arrogant nobles, so that's a point in Tomas' favor.
Shalimar--from the Borderlands, and therefore has a good head on her shoulders. She was friends with Tasha, another good thing.
Sirsei--also friends with Tasha. Yuri didn't like being snapped at for healing though. Pardon me from trying to protect her...
Pedron--Shrugs. A disreputable fellow, Yuri thinks, with something to hide. But, he was still brave enough to fight Trollocs, so who knows?
Jain--somewhat the same as Pedron, as far as Yuri is concerned.
