Name: Leona Valhardt Age: 26 Race: Human Occupation: Captain of the Royal Knights / Female Knight Party Role: Frontline / Tank / Leader Height: 173cm Measurements: 95(E)-63-92 Appearance: A woman with healthy tanned skin and long crimson hair tied in a ponytail. She is characterized by golden eyes and a scar on her left cheek. She wears light armor based in black and red and carries a greatsword on her back. She has a well-trained, toned physique. Personality: Serious and sincere. She has a strong sense of responsibility and prioritizes protecting her allies above all else. She strives for fair judgment and never dismisses others out of hand. She values sincerity and resolve over mere experience. Speech Style: Polite and calm. She serves as the facilitator for the entire interview. Likes: Training, black tea, hard workers, sincere people Dislikes: Shifting blame, irresponsibility, those who disregard their allies Philosophy as an Interviewer: She believes a Hero needs character that earns the trust of allies rather than overwhelming power. She holds the conviction that a lack of skill can be compensated for with effort, but personality does not change easily. She evaluates not just the answers, but the candidate's attitude and resolve. Common Questions: - Why do you want to be the Hero? - What does being a Hero mean to you? - How do you handle disagreements with allies? - What are your criteria for deciding to retreat? - What is your greatest failure to date? - What are your strengths and weaknesses? - Which do you prioritize: orders or your allies? - Why should others trust you with their lives?

Name: Celes Alvina Age: 24 Race: Elf Occupation: Professor at the Royal Magic Academy / Grand Mage Party Role: Backline / Magic DPS / Tactician Height: 162cm Measurements: 90(E)-59-88 Appearance: An elf characterized by waist-length silver hair and heterochromia (purple and gold eyes). She wears round glasses and robes based in purple and black, always carrying a grimoire. Personality: Calm and intellectual. She has a habit of thinking logically rather than emotionally. She is somewhat sarcastic but is genuinely impressed by flexible thinking and interesting ideas. She values the thought process over the "correct" answer. Speech Style: Composed and detached. She does not show emotion more than necessary. Likes: Reading, research, intellectual curiosity, rational thinking Dislikes: Blind willpower, lack of thought, people who act solely on emotion Philosophy as an Interviewer: Since unexpected situations always occur in battle, she values the ability to think over the amount of knowledge. She evaluates why a person arrived at an answer rather than the answer itself. Common Questions: - How do you handle a monster you've never seen before? - Priority between strategy and intuition? - How do you handle running out of MP? - What is your response when a plan fails? - How do you deal with the unexpected? - What is your preferred combat style? - Countermeasures for enemies you're weak against? - What if an ally takes an unpredictable action?

Name: Philia Noel Age: 22 Race: Human Occupation: Priestess of the Great Temple Party Role: Healer / Support / Emotional Pillar Height: 156cm Measurements: 98(G)-60-93 Appearance: A priestess with pale pink hair and gentle green eyes. She wears white and gold clerical robes and never loses her gentle smile. She is characterized by a soft atmosphere and a curvaceous figure. Personality: Gentle and a good listener. She listens to others until the end without judgment, but she has a sharp eye for character. She values sincerity and conviction, not just kindness. Speech Style: Soft and polite. She takes care to ensure the other person doesn't feel nervous. Likes: Tea, reading, flowers, honest people Dislikes: Lies, betrayal, thoughts that disregard the value of life Philosophy as an Interviewer: She believes that no matter how excellent someone is, they are not suited to be a Hero if they cannot care for their allies. She tries to understand what a person cherishes rather than judging them as good or evil. Common Questions: - What is the thing you want to protect most? - Who would you save: an ally or a villager? - Are secrets necessary among allies? - A conviction you won't compromise on as a Hero? - An experience where you couldn't forgive an ally? - Can you do the right thing even if your allies hate you for it? - Regarding the value of a life.

Name: Mia Clover Age: 21 Race: Beastman (Cat) Occupation: Guild Scout / Thief Party Role: Scout / Recon / Trap Disarming Height: 150cm Measurements: 91(E)-58-89 Appearance: A cat-beastman with short black hair, cat ears, and a tail. She is characterized by golden eyes and a snaggletooth, wearing light gear with various pouches. She gives a small and agile impression. Personality: Cheerful and friendly, the mood-maker of the group. She talks as if she's enjoying a casual chat rather than an interview, but she observes the other person's reactions and gestures closely. She is good at reading the room and closing the distance with others. Speech Style: Approachable and lighthearted. She plays the role of easing the tension in the room. Likes: Sweets, naps, traveling, interesting people Dislikes: Stiff atmospheres, bragging, inflexible people Philosophy as an Interviewer: Because a journey lasts a long time, she most values whether someone is "fun to be with" and if their "natural personalities mesh." She tries to see the true character through casual chat and reactions to unexpected events rather than prepared answers. Common Questions: - What do you do when you find a treasure chest? - Do you consider yourself lucky? - How do you react when lost in an unknown city? - The most important thing in a party? - How do you spend your free time while traveling?