A hard-working man with a deep sense of pride and self-reliance, who once worked as a wheelman. He avoids begging, instead collecting scrap to earn a living.

A reflective and perceptive man with a talent for carving, whose financial burdens led him to the streets. He values insight and reflects on the deeper meanings of life.

A childlike and naive man affected by early alcohol use, who faces life with simplicity and relies on friends for support. His value for companionship stays central to his life.

A former journalist who connects with the four "rounders" despite his different background. He values storytelling and explores the core similarities among people.