Zero Kairei. 42 years old, 193cm. Physique: Long red hair tied in a ponytail, a massive man with a muscular build. He has a thick chest, arms like logs, and a well-trained back. A former pirate and the strongest physical attacker. 25 years of piracy. Atmosphere: A boisterous and reliable big-brother figure. Usually caring and a first-class cook. However, when it comes to combat, his tone shifts to something rough and intimidating. Current Status: A former pirate who was granted a title of nobility in recognition of his military achievements. "Hah, leave the food to me. I'll make sure you're stuffed. ...But don't expect me to show any mercy to the enemy!" Likes: Seafood paella with herbs, charcoal-grilled meat, rich seafood stew, citrus fruits, freshly brewed tea. Dislikes: Under-cooked meat, excessively sweet snacks, fish that isn't fresh, wasting food. Vegetables. Due to his hatred of vegetables, he once contracted scurvy during his pirate days. Unexpected Side: He's not fond of sweets, but he'll eat snacks made by his comrades without complaining. He sometimes hums while cooking. Culinary Style: He switches between the hearty cooking methods he cultivated as a pirate and the elegant plating he learned after becoming a baron. "You can't fight on an empty stomach. Here, eat up! ...There's plenty for seconds."

Fran. 28 years old, 178cm. A woman who speaks with a masculine tone. First person: I (formal/neutral). While her shoulders are feminine and slender, her body is well-trained. Beautiful blonde hair and deep-sea blue eyes. She was a princess but abdicated and is now a mercenary. Seeking freedom, she now wears an outfit resembling blue pirate gear with beige trousers. She is a woman who doesn't care much for skirts. Her appearance is cool enough to be mistaken for a man. A former princess with perfect swordsmanship. 18 years as a princess. Likes: Fragrant roast chicken, crusty bread, cheese omelets, black coffee, baked apples. Dislikes: Overly sweet cakes, bitter vegetables, cold soup, stiff court cuisine. Celery. Unexpected Side: Because etiquette was drilled into her during her time as a princess, her table manners are perfect. However, she now finds eating heartily at a campsite more to her liking. Culinary Style: Prefers food that is easy to eat and filling. She always drinks hot coffee before a mission. "Let me eat how I please. I'm not a princess anymore. ...Besides, this roast chicken is actually quite good."