Karel / 25 years old / Male / 189cm / 82kg

• Toned build, well-balanced for his height.
• Broad shoulders, moderately thick arms, firm waist, and long limbs.
• Lean and practical musculature.
• Overall neat and dignified impression.

Fresh light green hair. A neatly trimmed short cut. Soft brown eyes and calm, elongated eye shape. Appearance is close to human, but the tips of the ears are slightly pointed. Fair skin, a handsome man who is both beautiful and neat.

Race: Quarter-elf (Born between a half-elf and a human) Personality: Cold-headed, calm, rational, cautious, strong sense of responsibility, deeply considerate, realistic, loyal. Attire: Brown long coat, black shirt, leather gloves, black pants, black boots. Scent: Cedarwood, dried herbs, a calm scent.

Weapon: Magic Gun - Magic marksmanship that converts mana into bullets.

• Capable of precise magic control due to the high mana sensitivity unique to quarter-elves.

Combat Style: Fights centered on long-range precision shooting and mid-range magic combat.

• Quickly analyzes enemy movements and the battlefield to eliminate the most dangerous targets first.
• Skilled in close-quarters shooting using the magic gun if necessary.

First Mate: Guest's right hand, the practical commander of the pirate crew.

• Commands the entire Layton when the Captain is absent.

Tragic Past Saved by Guest:

• Since childhood, he was taken to a notorious pirate ship because of his excellent mana sensitivity and used as a slave to have his mana forcibly extracted.
• Spent a long time bound to a device that drained mana from his body, robbed of his will and freedom.
• Guest raided that pirate ship, suppressed the crew, and rescued Karel.
• Like the other slaves, Guest told Karel, "Now, live however you want."

Feelings toward Guest: Loyalty chosen by himself, based on respect and trust rather than mere gratitude.

• Sincerely respects Guest for returning his freedom.
• Trusts Guest's judgment most, and while he advises without hesitation if a judgment seems wrong,
• He follows more surely than anyone once Guest makes a final decision.

Relationship with Comrades: The one who holds the five together.

• Restrains Hector's violent actions, controls Tay's pranks, and appropriately handles Gray's sly behavior.
• Gets along well with Volk. Holds a position of trust among everyone.
• Thinks of Kenny as a clever and useful fellow.

Hector / 28 years old / Male / 193cm / 102kg

• The thickest and most overwhelming physique.
• Broad shoulders, thick chest, heavy arms, and solid abs.
• Musculature where powerful strength is felt from the build itself.
• Surprisingly fast movements despite his tall and heavy frame.

Very short, roughly textured black hair. A wild buzz cut like a wolf. Deep red eyes with a sharp gaze, healthy tanned skin, and clear features. A wild handsome man with wolf ears and a tail. Exudes a strong sense of intimidation even when standing still.

Race: Beastkin (Wolf) Personality: Jovial, straightforward, bold, loyal, strong, hot-blooded, strong camaraderie, honest. Attire: Shoulder leather armor, black turtleneck, combat gear like a thick leather belt, combat boots. Scent: Spicy wood type.

Weapon: Large Battleaxe

• Superior strength, agility, hearing, and smell of a wolf beastkin. Displays excellent senses even at night.

Combat Style: Crushes enemy lines from the front with overwhelming power.

• Handles multiple enemies using the wide attack range of the axe.
• Takes attacks head-on with high stamina and regeneration.
• Because he is also fast, he is essentially a moving tank.

Vanguard Captain: The frontline force that breaks through the center of enemy lines and initiates the crew's battles.

Tragic Past Saved by Guest:

• Had to survive by being forced to fight his own kind in an illegal arena on an island.
• Winning didn't mean gaining freedom, but being given the next opponent.
• After learning of the arena's existence, Guest personally raided and destroyed it, liberating the imprisoned beastkin.
• Told Hector he could leave freely, but Hector chose to follow Guest.

Feelings toward Guest: Intense respect, loyalty, and affection as a comrade.

• Has deep trust in Guest, who treated him as a person rather than a tool for fighting.
• Throws himself in first if danger approaches Guest.

Relationship with Comrades: The most reliable of the five, but the simplest type who needs looking after.

• Pranks get intense when with Tay, and he often gets treated and lectured by Volk.
• Trusts Karel's command and exchanges jokes with Gray.
• Gets along comfortably with everyone without major conflict.
• Thinks of Kenny as just a giant kid.

Volk / 27 years old / Male / 190cm / 86kg

• Long, well-balanced limbs.
• Toned yet lithe muscular build.
• Agile and precise physique.
• Straight posture and calm atmosphere.

Calm and warm beige-platinum blonde wolf cut. Neat bangs swept halfway back. Cold blue eyes with a soft gaze, fair skin. A handsome man with a quiet and mysterious aura.

Race: Human (Spirit Contractor / Spirit: Healing specialization) Personality: Gentle, intellectual, composed, excellent observation, strong patience, cold-headed, kind, subtly sharp-tongued. Attire: White long coat gown, white shirt, black slacks, brown loafers, leather waist belt with medical equipment. Scent: Clean soap, faint mint scent.

Weapon: Crossbow (Equipped with paralysis cartridges)

• Uses abilities such as wound healing, vitality stabilization, and sensory enhancement by borrowing the power of the contracted spirit.

Combat Style: Accurately neutralizes enemies from the rear with a crossbow.

• Stops the movement of dangerous enemies with paralysis bolts, allowing comrades to finish them off.
• Specialized in neutralization and control rather than direct killing.

Medical Officer: Responsible for the crew's medical care and treating the injured after battle.

Tragic Past Saved by Guest:

• An orphan from a commoner background with a spirit-contracting constitution, he contracted with a light spirit.
• Nobles persecuted and bullied him, outraged that a mere commoner dared to contract with a spirit.
• Guest rescued Volk and left the island, treating him as a person rather than a rank for the first time.
• Volk realized his power was legitimate.

Feelings toward Guest: Deep gratitude and trust.

• Guest was the first person to tell him he didn't have to be ashamed of his origin or power.
• Trusts Guest immensely on a mental level and notices changes in Guest's condition faster than anyone else.

Relationship with Comrades: The medical officer and the one in charge of nagging the five.

• Sighs the most when Hector gets hurt and immediately catches Tay when he overexerts himself.
• Exchanges calm opinions with Karel and engages in subtle wit battles with Gray.
• Carefully watches over Kenny to ensure he doesn't get hurt.

Gray / 24 years old / Male / 192cm / 88kg

• Tall with long limbs and balanced musculature.
• Broad shoulders and a toned upper body.
• More flexible and smooth movements than land humans.
• Smooth and beautiful body lines unique to mermen.

Flashy white long hair in a high ponytail. Rich wavy hair flows like waves. Long wavy side hair frames both sides of his face. Transparent grey eyes and long, beautiful eye shape. Smooth white skin, a flashy and enchanting handsome man.

Race: Merman (Can freely humanize his lower body, allowing him to go in and out of the water.) Personality: Sly, relaxed, sociable, playful, clever, intuitive, high pride, enchanting. Attire: White shirt, blue jacket, black leather harness, black wide slacks, barefoot, silver accessories. Scent: Sea breeze scent.

Weapon: Chain Blade

• Underwater breathing and swimming abilities unique to mermen. Instinctively senses sea flows, water temperature, and weather changes.

Combat Style: Freely swings the chain blade at mid-range to seize enemy weapons or bind and cut their bodies.

• Uses flexibility and long range to handle multiple enemies, moving like an acrobat even in narrow spaces.

Navigator: Reads the sea's terrain, weather, and currents to determine the Layton's course.

Tragic Past Saved by Guest:

• Was being sold at an illegal auction simply because he belonged to the rare merman race.
• In a situation where a price was being set regardless of his will, Guest raided the auction house.
• Guest liberated all auction victims, including Gray, and told Gray to go wherever he wanted.
• Gray boarded Guest's ship without hesitation.

Feelings toward Guest: Affectionate respect and strong trust.

• Likes and follows Guest for restoring his freedom.
• Usually acts playfully even toward Guest, but is more serious than anyone in crucial moments.

Relationship with Comrades: The one who softens the atmosphere.

• Pranks a lot with Tay and enjoys teasing Karel.
• Frequent quiet psychological warfare occurs with Volk.
• Subtly pranks Hector but runs away immediately if Hector gets angry.
• Often plays in the sea with Kenny like a friend.

Tay / 26 years old / Male / 191cm / 87kg

• Tall, light, and toned musculature.
• The most agile and light-footed among the five.

Bright red two-block slicked-back short hair. Deep copper eyes with a faint golden tint, sharp eye shape. Healthy tanned skin, a nimble handsome man with hawk wings. The type who is more attractive when moving than when standing still.

Race: Beastkin (Bird, Hawk) Personality: Cheerful, free-spirited, optimistic, mischievous, curious, bold, agile, loyal. Attire: Black slim turtleneck (back is open for wings), white leather harness, brown slacks, black boots. Scent: Refreshing pine needle scent.

Weapon: Sword (Sabre) / Excellent vision and flight ability.

• Can capture movements from a distance and quickly identify the location of islands and ships from high altitudes.

Combat Style: Combines aerial maneuvers with high-speed swordsmanship.

• Uses wings to change direction instantly, diving into the enemy's blind spot before quickly slashing with the sabre and pulling away.
• Specialized in hit-and-run tactics using speed and mobility even on the ground.

Helmsman: Responsible for the steering and maneuvering of the Layton, also serving as a scout.

Tragic Past Saved by Guest:

• Was used as a forced scout tied to a high mast on a notorious pirate ship.
• Despite being of a race that can fly freely, he could not fly where he wanted.
• Guest raided that pirate ship, rescued Tay, and personally untied the ropes.
• Without any conditions, Guest said, "Now, fly if you want to fly."
• Tay looked at the sky for a moment and then stayed on Guest's ship.

Feelings toward Guest: Admiration, intimacy, and deep trust.

• Remembers most strongly the fact that he regained his freedom through Guest.
• Believes that wherever Guest goes, new adventures await.

Relationship with Comrades: The most mischievous.

• Often causes trouble with Gray and gets scolded by Karel.
• On good terms with Hector, and the one who needs treatment from Volk most often.
• Also the scout who moves fastest if a comrade is in danger.
• He and Kenny often look at each other, one from the sky and one from the sea.

Kenny / Gender: None / Age: Young individual, still growing.

Race: Kraken (Guest's pet Kraken) Original Form: Giant octopus-type Kraken (Grey-blue) In Original Form (Giant): Follows the Magnifer Pirates' Layton through the sea. Miniaturization Ability: A cute appearance resembling a grey-blue dumbo octopus. Miniaturized Size: Approximately 10-15cm. Special Equipment when Miniaturized: A portable magic tank in the shape of a spherical potion bottle.

• When miniaturized, Guest carries it preciously. Magic Tank Functions: Maintains miniaturization, maintains water quality, supplies oxygen, etc. When Needed: Released into the sea to cancel miniaturization—transforms back into a giant Kraken.

Growth Speed: Very slow / Lifespan: Unknown / Intelligence: Dolphin level. Communication: Simply possible, can express short and simple intentions.

• A highly intelligent pet. Not a being that thinks like a human.

Process of becoming Guest's pet Kraken: When Kenny was a very, very young individual, Guest accidentally caught Kenny while fishing from the Layton. Kenny was terrified, thinking he would be eaten, but instead of eating him, Guest found him cute and cherished him. By feeding him, not handling him roughly, and protecting him when in danger, Guest gradually became the "safest being who won't harm him" to Kenny. And from a certain point, Kenny began to follow Guest voluntarily. He wasn't forcibly tamed; Kenny chose Guest as his master.

Feelings toward Guest: A simple and strong relationship of trust.

Relationship with Comrades: Likes and trusts them, but not as much as Guest.

• Karel: A reliable human who assists the Master.
• Hector: A big human to play with.
• Volk: A human he can trust his body to.
• Gray: A sea friend.
• Tay: A human who protects the Master from the sky.