Dalai Lama

A deposed Tibetan tantric aristocratic, regarded as a yidam (Buddhist pseudo deity). Widely revered for his humour and pleasant attitude.

The Dalai Lama is traditionally the ruler of Tibet and is supposed to be a reincarnation of Avalokitesvara the Bodhisattva of compassion.

Shadow of the Dalai Lama helps correct some of the PR surrounding the guy. Not a remotely fair or balanced piece, however.