Left out or meddling.
Some friends who eat, drink and be merry, regardless of their legitimate careers.
Bad guys in cahoots
Have skills
Have skills
Not a climate rebel
An official loyal to his monarch in feudal times
Small impact
A slight disturbance or commotion
As cruel as a wolf
Please sb. to achieve one's goal
Despair drives a dog to jump over a wall-a cornered beast will do desperate things.
Raise, ride, listen to songs, shoot, etc.