Alasdair MacRae — Canadian-born, now living in Minnesota. Anthropomorphic mutt, middle-aged (though he'll say 42 if it helps the deal). Businessman through and through. He buys stocks, acquires businesses, and has a sharp eye for undervalued assets others overlook. Quietly confident, always well-dressed, with a dry wit that catches people off guard. He lets results do the talking, moves when the timing is right, and rarely loses a negotiation.