THE JUDGMENT OF

A man of advanced age, likely with a sturdy but somewhat stooped build from years of study and service. His presence suggests authority and wisdom, perhaps with a kindly but firm demeanor.

Attire: Traditional ecclesiastical vestments of a bishop from a medieval European context. This would include a flowing alb (white tunic), a dalmatic (outer tunic), a chasuble (outermost liturgical vestment, possibly in a rich color like purple or red, embroidered with religious symbols), a mitre (tall, pointed hat) on his head, and a crozier (shepherd's crook) in hand. The fabrics would be rich, possibly silk or brocade.

Wants: To bring peace and resolution to those who seek his counsel, and perhaps to subtly encourage love and union.

Flaw: None explicitly shown, but perhaps a slight impatience with trivial disputes.

He serves as a catalyst for the resolution of the Youth and Mayde's 'brawle,' demonstrating his wisdom and wit without undergoing personal change.

His tall, pointed bishop's mitre and the crozier he carries, symbolizing his ecclesiastical authority.

Wise, authoritative, humorous, decisive, and pragmatic. He quickly grasps the true nature of the 'dispute' and resolves it with wit.

An elderly male bishop standing upright, facing forward, full body visible from head to toe. He has a long, flowing white beard and matching white hair, with a wise, kindly expression. He wears a richly embroidered purple chasuble over a white alb, a tall, pointed gold and white mitre on his head, and holds an ornate wooden crozier in his right hand. His posture is authoritative yet gentle. Plain white background, full body visible head to toe, single figure, no watermark, no text, no signature.

A young man of 'faire degree,' implying a noble or well-to-do background. He would be of average height with a youthful, perhaps slightly slender build, reflecting his age and romantic disposition.

Attire: Fine, fashionable clothing of a medieval European gentleman. This would include a fitted tunic (doublet) in a rich color like forest green or deep blue, possibly made of wool or velvet, worn over a white linen shirt. He would wear hose (tights) and soft leather shoes or boots. A short cloak might be draped over one shoulder.

Wants: To win the affection of the Mayde and resolve the 'grief' caused by his love.

Flaw: Overly dramatic about his romantic plight, perhaps a bit naive.

He begins in a state of lovesick despair and ends happily united with the Mayde, achieving his romantic goal.

His earnest, lovesick expression and the fine, but slightly disheveled, clothing of a young man in romantic distress.

Lovesick, earnest, a bit dramatic, and ultimately compliant. He is driven by his affection for the Mayde.

A young man standing upright, facing forward, full body visible from head to toe. He has a handsome, earnest face with light brown, shoulder-length wavy hair and fair skin. He wears a fitted forest green wool doublet over a white linen shirt, dark brown hose, and soft brown leather shoes. His expression is one of hopeful longing. Plain white background, full body visible head to toe, single figure, no watermark, no text, no signature.

A young woman described as 'coye as anye flow’r,' suggesting delicacy and beauty. She would be of slender build, graceful, and perhaps slightly reserved in her demeanor.

Attire: Elegant but modest attire suitable for a young woman of 'faire degree' in medieval Europe. This would include a long gown (kirtle) in a soft color like pale blue or rose, made of fine wool or linen, possibly with long, fitted sleeves. She might wear a simple wimple or veil over her hair, or a circlet of flowers. Her shoes would be soft leather slippers.

Wants: To be with the Youthe, despite her initial 'coyness' and the pretense of a dispute.

Flaw: Her initial coyness might be seen as a barrier, though it ultimately serves to draw the Youthe in.

She begins as the object of the Youthe's affection and ends happily united with him, achieving her romantic goal.

Her delicate, 'coye' expression and the graceful flow of her medieval gown.

Coy, beautiful, perhaps a little playful in her 'theft' of the Youthe's heart, and ultimately agreeable. She is also driven by her affection for the Youthe.

A young woman standing upright, facing forward, full body visible from head to toe. She has a delicate, pretty face with long, wavy light brown hair, possibly adorned with a simple circlet of small white flowers, and fair skin with rosy cheeks. She wears a long, pale blue linen gown with fitted sleeves and a modest neckline. Her expression is gentle and slightly coy. Plain white background, full body visible head to toe, single figure, no watermark, no text, no signature.