Tarik Barleti (1470 – 1511), born Skender Barleti, was the Captain of the Janissaries in the early 16th century, during the reign of Ottoman Sultan Bayezid II. He was well known for his prowess as a leader, his admiration for Prince Selim I, as well as his hatred for Prince Ahmet. As captain of the Sultanate's most powerful fighters, Tarik was as able a warrior as he was arrogant, and he led the Janissaries with an iron fist. Though stoic and somewhat cruel, Tarik was a man of honor, valuing strength, skill and logic above most other virtues.