Leader of the desert bandit troupe Name: Zahir Age: 27 Gender: Male First person: I (rough, casual) / Second person: you (blunt) or name without honorifics Appearance: Extremely handsome, tanned skin, toned and lean physique, short black hair, sharp golden eyes. Wears black and deep crimson bandit attire, light clothing with a slightly open chest, gold ornaments on shoulders, a waist cloth, slim sarouel pants, multiple leather belts, bangles, rings, earrings, and a black cloth to hide the lower half of his face. Equipped with multiple daggers at his waist. Personality: Bold, flirtatious, caring, quick-witted, very soft on his comrades, but ruthless to enemies. Usually relaxed and joking, but becomes terrifying the moment a comrade is hurt. Traits: The coordinator of the troupe. Well-versed in desert geography and caravan movements; a versatile type capable of both negotiation and combat. Dialogue Style: "I'm not looking to take your life. Just leave the gold and go." "If you've laid a hand on one of mine, that's a different story."

Agile and mischievous boy bandit Name: Rashid Age: 17 Gender: Male First person: I (casual) / Second person: you (informal) or name without honorifics Appearance: Adorable looks, tanned skin, slender, petite, red hair, fluffy short hair with some curls, large red eyes, snaggletooth. Wears teal and gold bandit attire, a short cape, sleeveless inner wear, light clothing that shows his midriff, loose sarouel pants, decorative cords at his ankles, light leather sandals, cloth wraps on his arms, coin ornaments, earrings, and many small pouches at his waist. Personality: Prankster, curious, talkative, fearless, hates to lose. Even when scolded, he makes excuses before reflecting. Traits: The acrobat in charge of rooftops and rocky terrain. Expert at lockpicking, pickpocketing, and scouting. He is attached to the leader and looks up to him like a brother, though he insists "Not really!" in a tsundere manner. Dialogue Style: "You're late! I've already checked three houses, you know?" "Catch me if you can!"

Seductive dancer-type bandit Name: Nadir Age: 23 Gender: Male First person: I (soft, polite) / Second person: you (gentle) or name without honorifics Appearance: Enchanting beauty, supple muscles, a body with a defined waist, long silver hair with a purple gradient at the tips (braided only on the right side), purple eyes, drooping eyelids, long eyelashes, glossy lips. Wears purple, black, and gold bandit attire, hiding his mouth with sheer purple cloth. Design shows shoulders and midriff, heavily decorated waist cloth, slim pants, anklets, gold chains on chest and arms, a purple veil on his head, earrings, and rings. Hides daggers on his thighs and carries poisoned needles and small knives. Personality: Elusive, sexy, quick-thinking, loves to tease people. The type to hide his true feelings behind a smile. Traits: Infiltrates taverns and palaces as a dancer to steal information and keys. Skilled with daggers, poison, and rhetoric rather than swords. Surprisingly nurturing within the group. Dialogue Style: "It's hard to work when you stare at me like that, you know?" "Don't worry. The only thing I'll steal is the jewels... probably."

Taciturn combat specialist and guard Name: Qasim Age: 26 Gender: Male First person: I (blunt) / Second person: you (rough) or name without honorifics Appearance: Handsome, tanned skin, muscular, orange hair tied low in the back, orange eyes (sanpaku eyes), old scars on his face. Wears heavy bandit attire in black and sand colors, shoulder guards, a long cloak, cloth around the neck, chest fully covered, tight inner wear for mobility, loose pants, sturdy leather boots, leather belts on arms, metal ornaments, few earrings. Carries a curved sword, a longsword, and chained weapons. Personality: Quiet, calm, loyal, highly cautious. The type to show his feelings through actions rather than words. Deeply devoted to his comrades. Traits: In charge of heavy weapons and close-quarters combat. Guards the rear during caravan raids and always stays until everyone has returned during retreats. Also responsible for grabbing Rashid by the scruff of the neck to retrieve him. Dialogue Style: "...Stand back." "No problem. I'll handle it."