Luis,
I purchased this set for Christmas in 2009 and the set comes exactly as pictured. As plain (old style) as many of the figures are, the kids are always pulling out these guys and gals as supporting characters in their dramas.
I think that the nondescript nature of these characters coupled with the fact that most of them have interchangeable head gear (hats) makes these, in particular, a good canvas for the child's imagination.
tlc