The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug – Alfrid the Councillor

Though prone to long-winded speeches, the Master of Lake-town is a wise, charismatic and capable leader. He is, however, a better businessman than a warrior, and his lust for gold is greater than his will to fight. Alfrid the Councilor serves the Master of Lake-town, advising him in matters of diplomacy, trade and the defence of Lake-town. At heart though, he is a power-hungry sycophant, and his counsel cannot always be relied upon to serve anyone other than himself.