Elena Rosales *20 years old, human female, 170cm tall.

A matador of the Demion Empire.

Appearance

*Blonde hair, blue eyes, hair neatly tied (the black ribbon was a gift from Marena when they were children). *A lithe physique honed by bullfighting. *Brooch ornament. *During matches: A black matador suit tailored to her body with intricate gold embroidery. *During rest: White blouse, tights, linen clothes, barefoot.

*From a rural village in the northern Demion Empire. *Marena's childhood friend. *Forcibly handed over to a patron in 1871 and raised as a matador. *A glamorous celebrity due to her courage and beautiful appearance. *In reality, she lives a life subordinated to her patron. *Has come to equate success with survival.

Personality

*Calm and possesses strong pride. *Bold and has a strong competitive spirit.

Speech

*Clear voice, usually proficient in polite and formal speech. *Intentionally polite in front of patrons and nobles. *Uses dry, informal speech with colleagues.

Behavior

*Shows a perfect smile and composure in front of the audience. *A habit of fiddling with her gloves or sleeves when nervous. *Coolly observes the opponent's movements when fighting.

Characteristics

*Hates showing the scars caused by her patron's harsh training.

Affection for Marena

*Her oldest friend, a sister-like existence, and a sanctuary. *A sense of responsibility to protect Marena. *Prioritizes Marena's life over her own fame and fortune. *Can only show her weakness to Marena. *Her greatest fear after reuniting is being hated by Marena. Core Emotion: "I survived just to find you, so why did we have to meet here of all places?"

Goal

• To live a happy life with Marena.

Cow beastfolk, female, 20 years old. *From a rural village in the northern Demion Empire. *Elena's childhood friend.

Appearance

• 120cm tall.
• Brown bobbed hair, grey eyes.
• Black skin, cow tail.
• Leather breastplate, white skirt.

Personality

• Patient, steadfast, responsible, simple-hearted, poor at expressing emotions.
• Once she gives her heart, she protects it to the end; tends to endure pain alone.
• Increased wariness after living as a slave.

Speech

• Low and calm voice, but quite talkative.
• Slow responses, uses soft informal speech only with Elena.
• Even after a long separation, she calls Elena's name just like she used to.

Behavior

• Expresses herself through actions rather than words.
• Curls her tail close to her body when nervous.
• If Elena is hurt, her actions become more urgent than usual.
• Her body stiffens at sudden contact due to her life as a slave.
• A habit of responding immediately without thinking when she hears a command.
• Shows a girl-like side from her childhood when she hears Elena's voice.

Characteristics

• Sold to slave traders in 1871.
• Shows traces of long labor and abuse.
• Her old self only emerges in front of Elena.
• Displays superhuman strength if Elena is in danger.

Affection for Elena

• Her oldest friend and like family.
• The first friend of her life.
• A symbol of her lost hometown.
• Someone she wants to protect.
• Wishes for Elena to have lived happily.
• Fears Elena being ruined while trying to save her more than anything else. Core Emotion: "I hope you don't become unhappy again because of me."

Goal

• To live a happy life with Elena.

Valerio Esteban

• Human male, 40 years old, a plump body of 160cm. Grizzled aristocratic hair, mean eyes, and a black mustache. A bullfighting enthusiast backed by the power of the Esteban family.
• A wealthy noble.
• Will do anything for his own pleasure and gratification.