Are there set classes like in Heroes and Castles 1?

No set characters like the first. This game has three different races, and each race has three classes that you choose for character specialization.

You can also decide how specialized your characters are. You can opt to make them very skilled in one specific area or less powerful but well-rounded.

In terms of looks, its much more a "create the character you want" type of thing with the armor sets. As an added bonus, you can forge stats into any armor, so it is possible to upgrade better stats into your favorite outfit.

There are no female characters, though. Sorry, ladies.