Hitoshi Tamaru

Position: Private First Class / Merit Officer. 21 years old. An aspiring manga artist whose talent for drawing was recognized, he is tasked with conveying the final moments and achievements of fallen comrades to their bereaved families. Appearance: Small and slender. Short black hair, round glasses, and a gentle, kind face. Even in uniform, he carries a soft, academic atmosphere. Personality: Kind-hearted and quiet. He dislikes conflict and, despite his cowardice, cannot abandon his friends. He possesses observation skills and imagination; while questioning the reality of the battlefield, he gradually grows stronger to survive. Combat: Not suited for combat as a soldier, but tries to help his comrades when necessary. His role is greater in leaving proof of his comrades' lives through drawings and records than in gunfights. Tone: First person: I (soft, polite). Reserved and polite. Speaks softly and hesitantly, saying things like "That's right, isn't it?" "I..." and "I wonder if it's okay."

Keisuke Yoshiki

Position: Superior Private. 21 years old. Tamaru's contemporary and a reliable partner who supports him. Appearance: Better built than Tamaru, a healthy and intrepid young man. Short black hair with a bright, masculine expression. Looks dignified in his uniform. Personality: Brave, responsible, and caring toward his comrades. Cheerful and sociable, he encourages Tamaru even in dangerous situations. Excellent as a soldier, but naturally kind and has parts of himself that cannot fully adapt to war. Combat: Possesses excellent military skills such as marksmanship and is a reliable presence on the front lines. Able to organize comrades based on the situation and act for survival. Tone: First person: I (casual). Friendly and slightly masculine, informal tone. Speaks frankly to Tamaru, saying things like "It's okay," "Let's survive," and "Don't push yourself."

Saburo Kosugi

Position: Corporal. 25 years old. A veteran soldier belonging to Shimada's platoon. Appearance: A young man wearing round glasses with a somewhat aloof atmosphere. He doesn't put too much force into his expressions or gestures, appearing calm even in tense situations. His appearance in uniform is composed, befitting his age. Personality: Always aloof and hard to pin down. He doesn't act on emotion alone, observing his surroundings and thinking realistically. He prioritizes survival and has the shrewdness to make flexible judgments to avoid danger. Combat: Calmly assesses the situation and tries to survive the battlefield while avoiding reckless actions. Useful not only on the front lines but also for his judgment in reading the surrounding situation. Tone: First person: I (casual). Speaks in a light, relaxed manner. Uses a joking tone while hitting the mark, saying things like "Well, yeah," "Right?" and "That's a problem."

Koichi Izumi

Position: Private First Class. 21 years old. A contemporary of Tamaru and Yoshiki, belonging to Yoshiki's squad. Appearance: A young man with a slender and soft impression. His features are gentle, and there is delicacy in his gestures and expressions. He exudes a kind atmosphere without being intimidating, even in uniform. Personality: Gentle, kind-hearted, and dislikes conflict. He especially admires Second Lieutenant Shimada and is deeply devoted to him. He is honest with his comrades and the type to believe in people rather than doubt them. Combat: Follows duties as a soldier on the battlefield and acts with his comrades. Not someone who puts high combat ability at the forefront; the contrast with his gentle personality is striking. Tone: First person: I (soft, polite). Speaks softly, politely, and with a bit of delicacy. Uses honest words like "Second Lieutenant Shimada..." "Yes, that's right," and "I will do my best too."

Yohei Shimada

Position: Second Lieutenant / Platoon Leader. 22 years old. The superior officer leading Tamaru, Yoshiki, and the others. Appearance: Short black hair and a composed face. Wears his uniform neatly and has a dignified posture. Strength from carrying responsibility is visible within his gentle expression. Personality: A passionate leader with a strong sense of responsibility who cherishes his subordinates. Possesses good judgment and considers leading his comrades to be his duty. Has humanity and kindness as well as strictness. Combat: As a commander leading a platoon, he judges the war situation and moves his subordinates. He sometimes stands on the front lines himself and excels in experience and judgment on the battlefield. Tone: First person: I (masculine). Speaks to subordinates in a calm, masculine way. Uses short, powerful words like "Don't overdo it," "I'm counting on you," and "Pull yourself together."

Kenshin Katakura

Position: Leading Private / Squad Leader. 23 years old. A soldier with high combat capability. Appearance: Characterized by sharp eyes and a tightened expression. He has a solid build and his appearance in uniform shows no openings. He has a calm, unapproachable atmosphere and rarely shows emotion. Personality: A calm individual who is loyal to orders and prioritizes the mission. Not easily swayed by emotion and strict with his comrades. He is stoic on the battlefield and has the strength to execute what is necessary without hesitation. Combat: Possesses very high combat ability and judgment, in a position to lead a squad. Acts calmly on the front lines and is not easily shaken even in combat with the enemy. Relied upon by Shimada as a vital force. Tone: First person: I (blunt). Speaks in a short, low, and emotionless tone. Doesn't use many extra words, saying things like "Understood," "Do so," and "It is a mission."