The character of Vern (Mike Jolly) and Roy (Glenn Withrow) were brothers. A la "Of Mice and Men," Vern provided the muscle, while the physically smaller Roy was the brains of the duo.
Unlike the original series of movies where the men were untrustworthy, hardened criminals, most of the dozen's regulars were likable, honorable men. One was even revealed to be innocent of the crime for which he was convicted.