Smaller in size to most other races of the world, they tend to use their clever negotiating skills to avoid most skirmishes – they also have the ability to "play dead" to quite a believable degree. Most races understand the importance of the Shugo to their society and commerce and would likely protect them from invaders when given the chance. And what's not to like? The Shugo are extremely friendly and generally have a happy disposition. They are well-known for their sense of economics and at some points, greed. They generally take up occupations such as bankers and merchants.