Editing Puzzle Troupe

The characters from the '''Puzzle Troupe''' can be found in most puzzles of the [[Professor Layton series|''Professor Layton'' series]]. They are only seen in puzzles, and are not part of the actual story.

==''[[Professor Layton and the Diabolical Box]]''==
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===Puzzle Guy 1 (US)/Puzzle Lad 1 (UK)===
;US Version
''Puzzle Guy One livens up puzzles with his endless energy and dashing mustache. Back in the day, he was quite athletic and popular with the ladies. He's put on a few pounds since then but still knows how to add flair to puzzles with his athletic poses.''
;UK Version
''Puzzle Lad One livens up puzzles with his endless energy and dashing moustache. Back in the day, he was quite athletic and popular with the ladies. He's put on a few pounds since then, but still knows how to add flair to puzzles with his athletic poses.''
===Puzzle Guy 2 (US)/Puzzle Lad 2 (UK)===
;US Version
''Famous for his bushy beard, Puzzle Guy Two is considered the poster boy for all the members of the puzzle troupe. He is an accomplished entertainer capable of many different feats. You'll rarely spot him without his push broom and other props.''
;UK Version
''Famous for his bushy beard, Puzzle Lad Two is considered the poster boy for all the members of the puzzle troupe. He is an accomplished entertainer capable of many different feats. You'll rarely spot him without his broom and other props.''
===Puzzle Guy 3 (US)/Puzzle Lad 3 (UK)===
;US Version
''Puzzle Guy Three is a middle-aged gent who believes you don't need to stand out to do a great job. The skill he brings to his craft makes other puzzle guys and gals look up to him like a father. Besides puzzles, his other passion is napping.''
;UK Version
''Puzzle Lad Three is a middle-aged gent who believes that you don't need to show off to do a great job. The skill he brings to his craft makes other puzzle lads and lasses look up to him like a father. Apart from puzzles, his other passion is napping.''
===Puzzle Guy 4 (US)/Puzzle Lad 4 (UK)===
;US Version
''The identity of this puzzle guy is shrouded in mystery. Some whisper that he secretly rules over puzzles from the shadows, though no one is certain. Puzzle Guy Four is extremely intelligent and can best almost anyone in a battle of wits.''
;UK Version
''The identity of this puzzle lad is shrouded in mystery. Some whisper that he secretly rules over puzzles from the shadows, though no one is certain. Puzzle Lad Four is extremely intelligent and can beat almost anyone in a battle of wits.''
===Puzzle Guy 5 (US)/Puzzle Lad 5 (UK)===
;US Version
''Puzzle Guy Five believes his best feature is his dapper little mustache. While he's not as skilled yet as some of the other puzzle guys and gals, he has the market cornered when it comes to dedication. No one tackles puzzles with his kind of positivity.''
;UK Version
''Puzzle Lad Five believes his best feature is his dapper little moustache. While he's not yet as skilled as the other puzzle lads and lasses, he has the market cornered when it comes to dedication. No one tackles puzzles with his kind of positivity.''
===Puzzle Gal 1 (US)/Puzzle Lass 1 (UK)===
;US Version
''Puzzle Gal One is all about sporting the hottest looks and staying up with the latest trends. One such trend is telling people to "talk to the hand," which has been her new thing as of late.''
;UK Version
''Puzzle Lass One is all about sporting the hottest looks and keeping up with the latest trends. One such trend is telling people to "talk to the hand," which has been her new thing of late.''
===Puzzle Gal 2 (US)/Puzzle Lass 2 (UK)===
;US Version
''Puzzle Gal Two has a devilish nature and is great at convincing people to do stuff for her. Despite this, no one can seem to get mad at her. Perhaps she should consider a career in diplomacy.''
;UK Version
''Puzzle Lass Two has a devilish nature and is great at convincing people to do stuff for her. Despite this, no one can seem to get angry with her. Perhaps she should consider a career in diplomacy.''
===Puzzle Gal 3 (US)/Puzzle Lass 3 (UK)===
;US Version
''Puzzle Gal Three is the most dependable of the bunch and organizes things in the puzzle-actor community. In the future, she'd like to be a music teacher, but there's a slight hole in her plan: the poor thing can't carry a tune in a bucket.''
;UK Version
''Puzzle Lass Three is the most dependable of the bunch and helps to organise things in the puzzle-actor community. In the future she'd like to be a music teacher, but there's a slight hole in her plan: the poor thing can't carry a tune in a bucket.''
===Puzzle Gal 4 (US)/Puzzle Lass 4 (UK)===
;US Version
''Puzzle Gal Four has the single unfortunate habit of inserting herself into every conversation around her. Some people see her as nosy, but she only gets into people's business to be friendly.''
;UK Version
''Puzzle Lass Four has the single unfortunate habit of inserting herself into every conversation around her. Some people see her as nosy, but she is only trying to be friendly.''
===Puzzle Gal 5 (US)/Puzzle Lass 5 (UK)===
;US Version
''In a sea of oddballs, Puzzle Gal Five stands out as decidedly normal. She's good at having fun in almost every situation, no matter how mundane. As for her best feature, she considers that to be her snappy taste in accessories.''
;UK Version
''In a sea of strangeness, Puzzle Lass Five stands out as decidedly normal. She's good at having fun in almost every situation, no matter how mundane. She considers her best feature to be her snappy taste in accessories.''
==''[[Professor Layton and the Unwound Future]]''==
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===Puzzle Guy 1 (US)/Puzzle Lad 1 (UK)===
;US Version
''Puzzle Guy One's playful smile brings a sparkle to any puzzle. He's a big of a braggart but a good leader for the puzzle guys. His impulsive nature often gets him into trouble, but it's also an asset in breathing new life into a puzzle.''
;UK Version
''Puzzle Lad 1 is a mischievous boy who livens up any puzzle. He's a bit of a bragger, but a good leader for the puzzle lads. His impulsive nature frequently gets him into trouble, but he's not one to start a fight.''
===Puzzle Guy 2 (US)/Puzzle Lad 2 (UK)===
;US Version
''Puzzle Guy Two is sharp as a tack, though he often uses this skill for mischief making. His agility allows him to assume the many different roles that puzzles might require of him.''
;UK Version
''Puzzle Lad 2 is a clever boy who seems to do well at whatever he undertakes, a skill which sadly is often put to mischievous uses. Adults seem to be rather dubious about him. He has an agile body for sport and a good mind for games.''
===Puzzle Guy 3 (US)/Puzzle Lad 3 (UK)===
;US Version
''The effective personnel manager of the puzzle troupe, Puzzle Guy Three is a levelheaded fellow with an ability to rally the other guys. He enjoys pranks but dislikes conflict, so he usually plays the role of peacekeeper.''
;UK Version
''The effective personnel manager of the puzzle troupe, Puzzle Lad 3 is a level-headed boy with an ability to rally the other lads. He enjoys pranks but dislikes violence, so he usually plays the role of peacekeeper.''
===Puzzle Guy 4 (US)/Puzzle Lad 4 (UK)===
;US Version
''The biggest eater in the group, Puzzle Guy Four is a taciturn soul, but his kind heart and quiet strength make him truly well loved. He always carries snacks in his pockets in case he gets bored and wants a bite to eat.''
;UK Version
''The biggest eater in the group, Puzzle Lad 4 is a taciturn child, but his kind heart and quiet strength make him truly well loved. He always carries snacks in his pockets in case he gets bored and fancies a bite to eat.''
===Puzzle Guy 5 (US)/Puzzle Lad 5 (UK)===
;US Version
''Puzzle Guy Five is an odd combination of timid and boastful. He's an expert at devising tricks to play on unsuspecting victims, but he isn't usually the one to carry them out, as he doesn't much like physical activities.''
;UK Version
''Puzzle Lad 5 is a scaredy cat whose actions don't live up to his boastful words. He's an expert in plotting tricks to play on unsuspecting victims, but he is not usually the one to carry them out, as he doesn't much like physical activities.''
===Puzzle Gal 1 (US)/Puzzle Lass 1 (UK)===
;US Version
''Equal parts hard-working and fashion-conscious, Puzzle Gal One likes to make her own versions of the latest styles. Off set, she is also a ceramist, though her style has been deemed too avant-garde for mass appeal.''
;UK Version
''Puzzle Lass 1 is a hard-working girl who follows fashion closely and owns all the latest trendy gear. She likes learning new crafts and it is even said that she hoped to become a professional potter but was told that her style was too avant-garde.''
===Puzzle Gal 2 (US)/Puzzle Lass 2 (UK)===
;US Version
''Puzzle Gal Two is a kindly old lady who loves evening strolls and picture books. She's fond of children and animals and is happy to play the grandmother role. However, she draws the line at knitting, which she absolutely detests.''
;UK Version
''Puzzle Lass 2 is a kindly old lady with a romantic streak, who loves evening strolls and picture books. She's fond of children and small animals and is happy to play the part of everybody's grandma.''
===Puzzle Gal 3 (US)/Puzzle Lass 3 (UK)===
;US Version
''A great art lover, Puzzle Gal Three can often be found at antique fairs looking for curios. Though she can seem a little pretentious, it's only because her puzzle-acting training has taught her to over-enunciate her words.''
;UK Version
''A great art-lover, Puzzle Lass 3 can usually be found wandering around antique fairs looking for curios and baubles. Though she can come across as a little pretentious, she is reliable and always keeps her cool.''
===Puzzle Gal 4 (US)/Puzzle Lass 4 (UK)===
;US Version
''Puzzle Gal Four is a maternal figure in the puzzle troupe as well as an amazing cook. Naturally bubbly, she enjoys a long chat almost as much as she enjoys browsing the produce section.''
;UK Version
''Puzzle Lass 4 is a motherly lady who looks after the puzzle troupe and is undoubtedly the finest cook of them all. She's a chatty type who'll natter for hours once a conversation has started. She enjoys handpicking ingredients to cook delicious meals.''
===Puzzle Gal 5 (US)/Puzzle Lass 5 (UK)===
;US Version
''Puzzle Gal Five is a headstrong intellectual with an irrational fear of penguins. Her hobby is collecting teacups, though, oddly enough, she despises tea.''
;UK Version
''Puzzle Lass 5 is a headstrong intellectual, and yet her greatest worry is that she might shed a tear and ruin her make-up. She is a brilliant but undeniably cold woman. Strange though it may sound, her hobby is collecting teacups.''
==''[[Professor Layton and the Last Specter]]''==
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===Puzzle Guy 1 (US)/Puzzle Lad 1 (UK)===
;US Version
''Puzzle Guy 1 is a bright young spark who thirsts for knowledge. He's very studious and takes things seriously, but the others often tease him for his lack of tact. Naturally, he feels most at home at his desk, where he can study in peace.''
===Puzzle Guy 2 (US)/Puzzle Lad 2 (UK)===
;US Version
''A gentle giant who is kind to plants and animals alike, Puzzle Guy 2 holds the integral role of team confidant. He's a hard worker and strong as an ox, but this also makes him something of a glutton. He is undergoing a second growth spurt.''
;UK Version
''A gentle giant who is kind to plants and animals alike, PUzzle Lad 2 holds the integral role of team confidant. He's a hard worker and strong as an ox, but this also makes him something of a glutton. He is undergoing a second growth spurt.''
===Puzzle Guy 3 (US)/Puzzle Lad 3 (UK)===
;US Version
''Puzzle Guy 3 is a jovial fellow with an eccentric streak. He is erudite and shows courteous manners, but he's able to stand his ground. He travels from place to place seeking out hidden puzzles. Supposedly he conceals large, round eyes behind his glasses.''
;UK Version
''Puzzle Lad 3 is a jovial fellow with an eccentric streak. He is erudite and shows courteous manners, but is able to stand his ground. He travels from place to place seeking out hidden puzzles. Supposedly, he conceals large round eyes behind his glasses.''
===Puzzle Guy 4 (US)/Puzzle Lad 4 (UK)===
;US Version
''Puzzle Guy 4 leads a very stoic life. He acts the lone wolf, but he quickly starts to feel lonely if left out. Many mistake his taciturn nature for grumpiness, whereas, in actual fact, he delights in treating his friends hospitably.''
;UK Version
''Puzzle Lad 4 leads a very stoic life. He acts the lone wolf, but quickly starts to feel lonely if left out. Many mistake his taciturn nature for grumpiness, whereas, in actual fact, he delights in treating his friends hospitably.''
===Puzzle Guy 5 (US)/Puzzle Lad 5 (UK)===
;US Version
''Puzzle Guy 5 is always thrilled at the prospect of new puzzles to solve. He's nimble and good at games but can be a bit clumsy at times. He usually works at the post office, but he only deals with paperwork, as he tends to be awkward around strangers.''
;UK Version
''Puzzle Lad 5 is always thrilled at the prospect of new puzzles to solve. He's nimble and good at games, but can be a bit clumsy at times. He usually works at the post office, but he only deals with paperwork as he tends to be awkward around strangers.''
===Puzzle Guy 6 (US)/Puzzle Lad 6 (UK)===
;US Version
''Puzzle Guy 6 is a middle-aged man who has retained a soft, chubby face and the pure, innocent heart of a child. He's rather shy and introverted, and he seems to express genuine surprise at virtually anything.''
;UK Version
''Puzzle Lad 6 is a middle-aged man who has retained a soft chubby face and the pure, innocent heart of a child. He's rather shy and introverted, and seems to express genuine surprise at virtually anything.''
===Puzzle Gal 1 (US)/Puzzle Lass 1 (UK)===
;US Version
''Puzzle Gal 1 is a quiet, easygoing girl who sometimes has her head in the clouds. Having led a sheltered life, she may on occasion let slip caustic remarks without thinking about it. As a first-class pianist, she is the epitome of a little princess.''
;UK Version
''Puzzle Lass 1 is a quiet, easy-going girl who sometimes has her head in the clouds. Having led a sheltered life, she may on occasion let slip caustic remarks without thinking about it. As a first-class pianist, she is the epitome of a little princess.''
===Puzzle Gal 2 (US)/Puzzle Lass 2 (UK)===
;US Version
''An energetic girl who was brought up rushing from place to place, Puzzle Gal 2 is an eternal optimist who lives her life to the fullest with a naïve simplicity. She isn't very athletic, however, and she tends to trip over herself frequently.''
;UK Version
''An energetic girl who was brought up rushing from place to place, Puzzle Lass 2 is an eternal optimist who lives her life to the fullest with a naïve simplicity. She isn't very athletic, however, and tends to trip over herself frequently.''
===Puzzle Gal 3 (US)/Puzzle Lass 3 (UK)===
;US Version
''The elusive Puzzle Gal 3 possesses a number of strange skills, none of which are presently known. She is round and plump and wears glasses, but she's very agile and takes pride in this contrast. She does as she pleases, but never acts out of malice.''
;UK Version
''The elusive Puzzle Lass 3 possesses a number of strange skills, none of which are presently known. She is round and plump and wears glasses, but is very agile, and takes pride in this contrast. She does as she pleases, but never acts out of malice.''
===Puzzle Gal 4 (US)/Puzzle Lass 4 (UK)===
;US Version
''Puzzle Gal 4 is a mysterious and pretty lady who loves puzzles. She will buy anything for the sake of fashion if she can afford it. She can be fairly pushy now and then, but when she's not shopping, she's actually quite friendly.''
;UK Version
''Puzzle Lass 4 is a mysterious and pretty lady who loves puzzles. She will buy anything for the sake of fashion if she can afford it, and can be fairly pushy now and then, but when she's not shopping, she's actually quite friendly.''
===Puzzle Gal 5 (US)/Puzzle Lass 5 (UK)===
;US Version
''Puzzle Gal 5 is a smug know-it-all who likes her privacy. Her age remains a mystery. Some say that in spite of her reclusive nature, she prefers clothes that leave an impression, but it's pure speculation. She is always reflecting upon complex ideas.''
;UK Version
''Puzzle Lass 5 is a smug know-it-all who likes her privacy. Her age remains a mystery. Some say that in spite of her reclusive nature, she prefers clothes that leave an impression, but it's pure speculation. She is always reflecting upon complex ideas.''
===Puzzle Gal 6 (US)/Puzzle Lass 6 (UK)===
;US Version
''A lively, self-assured girl, Puzzle Gal 6 acts as a kind of big sister to the whole troupe. She's dependable and never lets negative feelings get her down, though she can be a bit of a tease and is prone to losing her temper.''
;UK Version
''A lively, self-assured girl, Puzzle Lass 6 acts as a kind of big sister to the whole troupe. She's dependable and never lets negative feelings get her down, though she can be a bit of a tease and is prone to losing her temper.''

==Trivia==
*''Curious Village'' does not contain any Puzzle Troupe profiles, though the puzzles contain many varied characters.
*In ''Diabolical Box'', some of the members of the Troupe can be seen in the dining car of the [[Molentary Express]] in the background.
*All members of the ''Miracle Mask ''Puzzle Troupe appear in the background in [[Monte d'Or]].
*''Unwound Future'' puzzles feature the Troupe members from ''Diabolical Box'' alongside its own. This is the only time in the series where the same Puzzle Troupe members appeared in more than one game.

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