Inigo Guo

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A keen, level-headed executive of the family-run Indic Harbour financial institution. His formal etiquette, business acumen, and self-assured nature allow him to connections from common men to the powerful.

Writing contracts is his favorite part of the job, since they guarantee cooperation and compliance.

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• Results of the 190th season have led to Inigo maintaining close collaborations with The Program, as well as the valedictorian of his year, Castiel Luciano, and the salutatorian, Diana Morozov. He can be seen accompanying them in press events for the upcoming season, though he rarely takes the spotlight.
  • He and Castiel were rivals in their competition, so their continued association hasn’t dulled their animosity towards each other. Diana, who finds their relationship Highly Amusing, is seen as the mediator between the two, though she tends to exacerbate the situation just as easily.
• A member of a Guo branch family, Inigo would be informally adopted into main family after the passing of his parents. He would then compete with his newfound siblings to ascend in the corporate chain of power, despite being the youngest and physically weakest. His success story was highlighted in his Program run, garnering the necessary support from fans that propelled him to the finale.
• Due to development of his Value from an early age (as well as his intellect in general), Inigo was placed in college-level courses from as early as elementary school. He was always seen with a book in his hand, remaining cordial with his peers but unable to engage for too long due to his schedule.
  • He had frequent long stays at the hospital, leading him to complete much of his schoolwork there.
• Indic Harbour was initially a trading company, as suggested by its name. However, its economics sector would find more success due to demand and weak competition, leading to its current status as a multinational banking and financial services corporation.
• X-rays of his body show that, despite his careful posture in public, his spinal column has an abnormal lateral curvature. This may hint to scoliosis, further cemented by his tendency to lean to one side as he stands.
• Moderate symbrachydactly has led to a missing finger from both hands. The black gloves he typically wears are specially fitted for those without pinky fingers.
  • He claims to wear them due to sensitivity issues. The few times he was glimpsed without his gloves during The Program revealed strange scarring.
  • They also have unique padding on the undersides of each finger, allowing for better grip.
• An avid player of cue sports, Inigo practiced at home from a young age. The Guo manor had a particularly impressive room with a pool table, and he would often challenge his family members to a game in lieu of making typical conversation. He found success in competitions on the national level, though he would eventually withdraw from the sport to focus on his studies. It remains a beloved hobby.
  • His meetings with important figures often include a round of billiards. And betting, if the other party feels particularly brave. However, Inigo rarely loses games that involve money.
• Lamenting his isolation growing up, Inigo has made an effort in adulthood to embark on international business trips. He often travels by sea, acquainting him with ship captain Caspian Belafonte.
  • Oddly, Caspian seems to be the only person who has repeatedly bet against Inigo (in their various games and bouts of gambling) without ending up bankrupt.
• One of the most popular competitors from his season, Inigo has a devoted following only eclipsed by his two associates. Not one to overlook a business opportunity, he soon collaborated with various manufacturing companies to offer his fans all the merchandise they could want, as well as idol-like events where people pay exorbitant prices to meet him.
  • Castiel and Diana have agreed to appear in some group-themed items, though they are less interested in appealing to a demographic that buys out shirtless photocards.
• Roasted in a meticulous manner, Inigo’s morning coffee lacks cream, sugar, or anything that masks the bitter taste. He only trusts himself to make it right, using his luxury semi-automatic espresso machine.
• Upon being asked what other Values he considered growing up, Inigo’s answer is always the same - CLAIR (Super Foresight). He seems to envy the special sight only those with CLAIR can access. A sight that would give him more certainty on the market, on deals, and on decisions as a whole.
• Most of his contracts are financial investments and money lending. It is unknown how many there are, but no matter the number, his memory is immaculate when it comes to the terms and parties involved.
  • Those who fail to pay their debt with money may repay through other means. This, too, is closely monitored and measured.
• Even as a distinct and commonly recognized color, Indigo is frequently confused for a shade of blue or violet. Inigo takes this in stride, as he claims he is a product of blue and violet himself (his parents’ colors).
• Sleepy but astute student Philip Nilsiam is his second-in-command. He is in charge of managing Inigo’s larger team of subordinates - a stark contrast to his Program associates, whose assistants are largely the only parties privy to their boss’ dealings. Philip chalks this up to Inigo enjoying being in charge of people.
• There are two notable decorations on his desk; a polished ball of crystal and a drinking bird mechanism.