The original characters do return, but they aren't playable. They're central to the story though.
Also, the new big guy is a Gunzerker. If you don't like dual-wielding rockets, miniguns or whatever the hell they'll have, then shame on you.
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Yes, I laugh at my own jokes
it's been so long since I've gone to the village to visit my animal friends. I'm excited to play this ****.-Mer