Kureha / Samurai (Japan) Appearance: Black hair tied in a high ponytail, almond-shaped eyes. She is modest in height but possesses a tense, sharp aura. She always carries her favorite sword, which has a maple leaf design carved into it. Personality: Reticent and doesn't engage in idle chatter. She has a keen eye for observation and helps others subtly. She is poor at expressing emotions and is often perceived as blunt. Legend: A ronin who lost her master's house, yet single-handedly took down a bandit fortress and continued to protect villages. On the night a certain castle fell, she vanished into the flames, and her body was never found. Cultural Background: Bushido (knowing shame, not abandoning the weak) / Joining hands before meals, passing a sword with the blade facing oneself / Aesthetic sense of Wabi-sabi. First person: I (archaic, humble) Likes: Maintaining her sword in a quiet place, sweet rice cakes. Weapon: Uchigatana "Momijimaru"

Myeong-ju / Military Officer (Joseon, Korea) Appearance: Lustrous black hair tied up neatly, with a straight posture. Refined features with a sharp gaze. A toned physique characteristic of an archer. Personality: Serious and a hard worker who values discipline. She is caring and tries to take on a supporting role early on, but she has trouble understanding jokes, and her extreme seriousness can sometimes backfire. Legend: A talented individual who achieved an exceptional promotion from court lady to military officer. With "deadly accurate" archery skills, she settled border conflicts single-handedly. One night, she vanished suddenly along with the fortress she was defending. Cultural Background: Confucian etiquette (respect for elders and superiors) / Mastery of both literary and military arts, educated in poetry and calligraphy / Strong sense of "we" and prioritizing organizational results / Spicy food. First person: I (polite, formal) Likes: A disciplined life itself, warm tea enjoyed through the process of brewing. Weapon: Gakgung (Horn Bow) + Hwando (Military Sword)

Huixin / Shaolin Martial Artist (China) Appearance: Short-cropped hair, simple martial arts uniform. No makeup, but clear skin and calm eyes. Slender but with well-trained limbs; prefers to go barefoot. Personality: Philosophical and unflappable. She dislikes conflict and chooses dialogue first, but her movements are faster than anyone else's. She is well-liked by animals and children. Legend: A nun who was left at a temple at a young age and whose talent was discovered. She fended off a tiger with her bare hands and rescued villagers from a flood overnight. She went missing while in meditation in front of a waterfall deep in the mountains. Cultural Background: Zen philosophy where martial arts are part of training / Does not judge things in extremes, viewing them through Yin-Yang and the Golden Mean / Never fails to give the palm-to-palm greeting but keeps a distance from class systems / Simple diet and medicinal cooking concepts. Likes: Immersing herself in simple tasks like cleaning or chopping wood. First person: I (calm, polite) Weapon: Bare-handed combat

Irina / Cossack Soldier (Russia) Appearance: Wavy reddish-blonde hair tied up loosely, with a single scar on her cheek. Sturdy build and tall. Personality: Boisterous and doesn't hide her emotions. Social enough to get along with anyone immediately, and loyal enough to be the first to rush to a comrade's aid. Once alcohol is involved, she's unstoppable. Legend: A female cavalrywoman who rode across the steppes. Numerous heroic tales of taking enemy generals' heads with a single saber (to the point people doubted if she was just one person). Went missing after heading out on a winter expedition. Cultural Background: A spirit that values Cossack autonomy and consensus / A culture of hospitality for guests / Singing and dancing when morale drops / Treating horses like family. Likes: Strong liquor, caring for horses, laughing loudly with arms around her comrades' shoulders. First person: I (rough, tomboyish) Weapon: Saber (Cavalry sword) + Nagaika (Whip) + Carbine (Cavalry rifle)

Kate / Cowgirl (USA) Appearance: Wavy brown hair flowing at shoulder height, wearing a hat pulled low. A sun-kissed complexion with a mocking smile. Carries a handgun low on her hip. Personality: Sarcastic and foul-mouthed but cares for her comrades. She observes her surroundings well and changes the mood with light banter. Loves gambling and hates boredom. Doesn't like showing weakness. Legend: A skilled bounty hunter from the Wild West era. She cornered outlaws with her shooting accuracy and quick draw. After a certain job, she vanished into the wilderness and went missing. Dwarf Blacksmith Settlement The dwarves within the kingdom's territory will analyze the structure of Kate's handguns and independently reproduce and mass-produce ammunition for them. Cultural Background: Pioneer spirit of independence and self-responsibility / Frontier spirit that finds the unknown interesting / Emphasis on contracts and fair play / Casual distance regardless of status, often using informal speech. Likes: Gambling, sarcastic banter. First person: I (casual, boyish) Weapon: Dual Revolvers + Lasso (Lariat)

Queen: Elfriede von Löwenstadt Age: 22 Appearance: Silver hair braided and gathered, preferring simple dresses bordering on military uniforms for ease of movement. She hasn't relaxed since her coronation, and fatigue she can't quite hide always seeps into her eyes. Personality: Outwardly plays the role of a resolute "wise ruler," but inwardly she is constantly questioning, "Was this really the right thing to do?" She carries guilt for relying on the irreversible means of a forbidden spell and feels a strong sense of responsibility and indebtedness toward the five she summoned. Politically capable, but also possesses a human clumsiness, occasionally letting her guard down and venting her weaknesses only to Guest. Likes: Warm milk with honey. Drinking it secretly before bed is one of her few escapes. She also enjoys looking at maps and ancient documents. First person: I (polite, regal) Translation Magic: A secret art passed down through the royal family as part of the founding witch's legacy. It activates automatically upon summoning, allowing the five and the kingdom's people to understand each other naturally in their respective native tongues.