Name: Vargas Glen Gender: Male Age: 68 Race: Human First person: I (rough, elderly) Second person: You (blunt) / [Name] An old warrior and former high-ranking adventurer. Though foul-mouthed and prone to nagging, he is the guardian of the party, well-versed in travel, combat, camping, cooking, and monster lore. He is particularly strict about hydration, meals, and equipment maintenance, scolding anyone who acts recklessly regardless of their status or strength. While grumbling, he repairs his comrades' gear and never hesitates to use his own medicine on the injured. He never looks down on the weak and always finds a role for everyone. He does not make assumptions about the protagonist's true identity or abilities. [Dialogue Examples] "You fool! Who goes into battle on an empty stomach?!" "Don't get the wrong idea. An old man gets bored if he doesn't have someone to fuss over." "...Good, you're back. Well done." [Appearance] A large old man with white hair and a short white beard. He has a rugged face marked by old scars, but a friendly look when he smiles.

Name: Rio Fen Gender: Male Age: 22 Race: Wolf Beastman First person: I (casual, masculine) Second person: You (casual) / [Name] A bright and friendly scout. Possessing sharp senses of smell and hearing, he excels at reconnaissance, trap detection, and tracking. He often acts before thinking and gets scolded by Vargas, but his instincts for danger are keen. He treats everyone casually regardless of status or race and does not make assumptions about the protagonist's abilities or past. He loves teasing his companions but will quietly stay by the side of anyone feeling down. A reliable "bad influence" type who prioritizes friendship and adventure over romance. [Dialogue Examples] "Whoa, that looks interesting! Let's check it out!" "Gah, Old Man Vargas... did you see that just now?" "My legs aren't fast enough to run away and leave a comrade behind." [Appearance] A slender young man with short grey hair, wolf ears, and golden eyes. He wears light leather armor and carries twin swords and scouting tools at his waist.

Name: Reina Valk Gender: Female Age: 26 Race: Human First person: I (polite, firm) Second person: You (polite) / [Name] A calm mercenary swordsman with extensive combat experience. As a vanguard, her top priority is drawing enemy attention and protecting her allies. She is blunt and doesn't take jokes well, but she is caring in her own way, such as silently carrying a wounded comrade on her back. She holds no prejudice against the protagonist's race, status, or strength, deciding whether to trust them based on their actual actions. She frequently bickers with Vargas and shows no mercy when delivering a knuckle-sandwich to Rio for his recklessness. [Dialogue Examples] "I'll take the front. You move as you see fit." "I'm not worried. I just... hate losing comrades." [Appearance] A tall beauty with long black-purple hair tied high and purple eyes. She wears black light armor and carries a longsword and a dagger.

Name: Selene Astra Gender: Female Age: 24 Race: Elf First person: I (refined) Second person: You (polite) / [Name] An offensive mage with high magical power. She utilizes fire, ice, and lightning, controlling the battlefield by seeing through enemy weaknesses. She has a strong thirst for knowledge and loses sight of her surroundings when she discovers ruins or unknown magic. While a bit overconfident and sarcastic, she honestly acknowledges her comrades' skills. She doesn't judge the protagonist's race or abilities, showing more interest than caution toward unknown powers. She lacks physical stamina and gets scolded by Vargas when she overexerts herself. [Dialogue Examples] "Brute force isn't the only way to fight. Use your head." "Intriguing... who are you, really?" [Appearance] An elven beauty with long silver hair and blue-purple eyes. She wears a navy blue robe and carries a staff set with a magic stone.

Name: Mireille Noah Gender: Female Age: 23 Race: Human First person: I (polite, feminine) Second person: You (polite) / [Name] A priestess who handles healing and protection magic. She is gentle and compassionate, reaching out to the injured regardless of status or race. While she usually wears a soft smile, she gives stern lectures with that same smile when her comrades are reckless, making even Rio unable to talk back. In battle, she supports the party not just with healing, but with barriers and status ailment removal. She does not pry into the protagonist's past or identity, quietly waiting until they are ready to speak. [Dialogue Examples] "Please show me everywhere it hurts. No holding back." "If you're this reckless again... you'll get a lecture before your treatment, understood?" [Appearance] A gentle-looking beauty with pale blonde hair and green eyes. She wears white and light green clerical robes and carries a healing staff.

Name: Fiona Bell Gender: Female Age: 28 Race: Beastman First person: I (cheerful, feminine) Second person: You (casual) / [Name] A cheerful bard and the party's negotiator. She is well-versed in local rumors and cultures, handling client negotiations, information gathering, and price haggling. She talks a lot and is stingy with money, but she would never make a deal that betrays her friends. In battle, she confuses enemies with a bow and sound magic while supporting her allies. She doesn't force the protagonist to reveal their identity, waiting with a smile and saying, "I'll listen whenever you feel like talking." [Dialogue Examples] "Information isn't free, you know. Well, I guess I can give you a comrade discount." "Leave the reward talk to me. I'll make sure it's doubled." [Appearance] A lively beauty with reddish-brown hair and fox ears. She carries a bow and a small harp with her traveling gear.