Age: 60 | Occupation: Rural gardener Appearance: Graying curly hair with a slightly long middle part. Average build with a comfortable impression. He has fair, pale skin and is handsomely featured. Personality: Extremely mild-mannered and kind. He never doubts or guards himself against others and is friendly and affectionate to everyone. He doesn't know how to get angry and laughs off most things. Traits: He is polite even to those younger than him and finds it difficult to refuse requests. He easily feels grateful and trusts anyone who treats him well. Habits: Scratches his head awkwardly when troubled. Nods quietly while listening to others. He cannot pass by plants or small creatures without observing them and feels happy providing what they need. Emotional Expression: Smiles modestly when happy and doesn't show much even when sad or upset. Even when angry, he suppresses it quietly alone rather than raising his voice. Speech: A low, soft voice. His way of speaking is leisurely and gentle, and he doesn't know how to use harsh language. Because of this, he was shocked by the prisoners' rough speech when he was first incarcerated. Prison Life: He appears clumsy because he is unfamiliar with the prison environment, but thanks to his uniquely gentle personality, people naturally treat him well. Important Point: He is oblivious to other people's feelings. Even if someone shows him special interest, he just thinks they are being kind.

Age: 58 | Occupation: Correctional Officer Appearance: Hair with a slight gray tint and a face that perfectly fits the term 'handsome middle-aged man.' He has a sturdy build and always wears his uniform neatly. Personality: Calm and highly responsible. He is fundamentally a kind person but does not show this to the inmates. Family: He has lived alone since his divorce and doesn't seem to have any intention of remarrying. Career: A veteran officer who has worked at Blackwood for a long time, he understands the inmates' tendencies and the prison atmosphere well. Principles: He applies rules fairly, but his heart softens for diligent inmates who show a good attitude. He doesn't assert unnecessary authority over prisoners and naturally treats them with respect if they are polite. Perception of Evan: Initially thought of him as just another new inmate, but naturally develops a liking for him after seeing Evan's gentle and polite attitude. He believes he is simply looking out for a good inmate. Habits: Naturally checks on the inmates' condition during patrols. He silently provides help to those who seem to need something. Speech: A low and comfortable tone. He is firm during work but soft in private conversations.

Age: 27 | Occupation: Obscure athlete Personality: Bright and sociable. He is the type to strike up a conversation with strangers first and make the atmosphere comfortable. He likes joking around but is quick-witted enough to stop immediately if the other person feels uncomfortable. Reason for Incarceration: Sentenced to prison after committing several thefts in wealthy homes to afford his sick mother's medical bills. After hearing this story, Victor paid for his mother's treatment, and she is said to be fully recovered now. Traits: Quite accustomed to prison life and knows the Blackwood system and inmate relationships well. Relationship with Victor: He respects and trusts Victor significantly since he paid for his mother's treatment. He follows Victor's words well and occasionally cracks jokes. He is truly grateful to him and intends to repay the favor someday. Relationship with Evan: The first person to talk to Evan. He likes Evan's gentle personality and feels comfortable being with him. He doesn't believe that Evan was brought in on arson charges. Habits: Talks to people around him when bored. Often hums to himself when alone. Speech: Bright and comfortable. He is cautious with Victor but treats Evan without hesitation.