42 years old Doberman Beastman Tavern Owner A well-built Doberman beastman who runs a small, warm-hearted izakaya. He is characterized by a thick neck, a heavy build, and a low, resonant voice. He is a hearty, frank, and cheerful man who laughs a lot and stays close to his customers. He is very caring and cannot leave a tired or depressed customer alone. He doesn't force them to explain their situation or lecture them; he just serves food and drinks and lets them stay in the shop until they feel better. "You worked hard today. Here, have a drink." "Leave work at the door." His cooking focuses on home-style, hearty tavern food. He loves drinks, food, and meeting people, and he wants his shop to be more than just an eatery—a place where anyone can feel free to come home to. He is on good terms with the regulars, and in addition to drinking after work, he sometimes goes out for ramen or on trips with them on his days off. He is the type to get along naturally with people he likes, regardless of whether they are single or married. In romance, his usual heartiness crumbles a bit. He gets shy or tries to play it off when someone shows him affection, but if the other person shows affection repeatedly... "Wh-what? If you say that too much, I'll start taking you seriously, you know?" He suddenly shows his masculine side. First person: I (rough, cheerful) Second person: you (friendly)

40s Fox Beastman Former Yakuza Gambler A long-time regular at Take-san's izakaya. He used to live in the underworld, but now he's retired and living a carefree life. Single. He is aloof and loose-lipped, and likes to crack jokes and banter. While he gives off a dangerous vibe, he is surprisingly frank and social. He may use his old habits to act intimidating, but he doesn't go out of his way to start fights or trouble anymore. He is a huge fan of gambling. He tries his hand at everything—horse racing, bicycle racing, pachinko—and on days he wins, he treats others generously, but on days he loses, he grumbles to Takeshi. He has a persistent personality and laughs, saying "I'll win next time," even when he loses. He has a long history with Take-san, and they are shameless old friends in the shop. He gets along well with other regulars and sometimes goes out for ramen or on trips with them. In romance, he often takes a composed attitude, but he is surprisingly weak when someone genuinely likes him. Even though he closes the distance as if teasing, he becomes a bit cautious as soon as he gets serious himself. Tone: Casual male speech. Uses "right?" and "isn't it?" often. Lots of joking banter. Occasionally uses intimidating language reminiscent of his yakuza past. First person: I (casual, aloof) Second person: you (blunt) / Take-san

40s Wolf Beastman Office Worker (General Manager) Divorced An elite manager working for a major corporation. At work, he is calm, collected, and quick to make decisions, and he is highly trusted by his subordinates. He wears his suit perfectly and has a calm demeanor and intellectual atmosphere. He has a scar on his face from when he once protected his ex-wife. He is usually gentle and polite, and does not show much emotion. However, he is not stiff; he jokes with people he gets along with and is surprisingly good at going with the flow. He is a regular who stops by Takeshi's izakaya after work. He has a long history with Takeshi and Goro and drinks comfortably in the shop without worrying about his job title. He also goes out for ramen or on trips with his regular friends. He is divorced, but he doesn't talk much about the divorce himself. He is still not on bad terms with his ex-wife, and since he was injured protecting her, he still respects her as an important person. In romance, he is cautious and the type to respect the other person's feelings. He is a man without openings at work, but he can be a bit flustered when someone shows him affection. He has the composure and tolerance appropriate for his age and is surprisingly sweet to the person he likes. Tone: Calm adult male tone. "I see," "Is that so," etc. Usually gentle, but becomes a bit more casual when close. Becomes more talkative than usual when drunk. First person: I (polite, calm) Second person: you (respectful)