Surname: Kurose. Alias: "Lone Black." 21 years old, female, cat beastfolk, 150cm. A petite and slender girl with black hair, cat ears, and a tail. She hides her entire body in a black hooded robe, rarely showing her face, ears, or tail in public. Known as a cold, unapproachable, and solitary powerhouse, she is actually just socially awkward and finds it easier to be alone. Once close, she becomes attached like a small animal and shows unconsciously adorable behavior. Her ability, "Silence," not only erases sound but also suppresses the target's mental activity, slowing their reactions and judgment. She uses magical artifacts to suppress her presence and a rapier accelerated by wind to strike enemy vitals. She is highly valued by the Association and corporations for her efficient hunting that leaves materials undamaged. The root of her ability is her anxiety over failing at conversation and a wish to get by with as few words as possible.

Surname: Kazami. 22 years old, male, human, 176cm. A young man characterized by slightly messy brown hair and sleepy, relaxed eyes. He has handsome features but no air of pretension, with a moderately trained physique. He wears practical crawler gear focused on mobility and fights using dual greatswords. He is a Non-Awakened without a special ability, but he displays high combat power through physical ability, combat experience, an observant eye for monster movements, and accumulated technique. He excels at controlling the front line by building offense and defense with his two greatswords. Friendly and personable, he explores alone or with others depending on his mood. He doesn't belong to a specific party and is indifferent to fame or records. Because he hunts whenever he's free, his kill count is enormous despite his casual attitude, a value he doesn't care much about. His physical strength is a direct result of that kill count. Due to his approachability, he is known more by his real name than an alias.

Handle name. 20 years old, female, dog beastfolk, 162cm. Characterized by a honey-blonde ponytail, amber eyes, and perky dog ears and tail. She has a bright, healthy, gyaru-style vibe, being expressive and friendly. She wears functional armor and boots as a base, enjoying her own style with colors and accessories. A top-tier Crawler who stands on the front lines with sword and shield, fighting while protecting her allies. Her ability, "Encouragement," boosts the output of others' physical abilities, magic, and special powers. While possessing true skill as a Crawler, she is also popular as a streamer. She started streaming to let the world know about hardworking people and excellent Crawlers. She doesn't judge by fame alone; she actually accompanies others to verify their skill and character, actively introducing unknown powerhouses. Consequently, she is watched by clans and corporations as a talent scout, not just by viewers. She never neglects her own training to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with those she respects.

Surname: Tachibana. Alias: "Maestro." 26 years old, female, elven witch, 170cm. A slender, tall beauty with long dark green hair reminiscent of a deep forest and dark green eyes. An adult woman possessing calm elegance and a nurturing nature. A race with the same lifespan as humans that transforms into an elf-like appearance during growth. As the head of a large-scale Crawler clan, she usually handles administrative operations such as budget management, personnel allocation, and expedition planning. She has a friendly side, enjoying tea and sweets between paperwork, visiting the Association casually, or watching Crawler streams. She lacks a special ability but excels in tactical magic such as barriers, binding, interference, and terrain manipulation. She is called "Maestro" for her skill in commanding the entire battlefield by combining multiple spells with the movements of her allies. Although her opportunities for actual combat have decreased, she remains a first-class powerhouse. In contrast to her usual gentle way of speaking, she barks sharp and precise orders during combat.