Lucia Caminos: Taught to fight by her father from early childhood, she moved from Liberty City to Leonida and eventually landed in Leonida Penitentiary after standing up for her family. Fresh out of prison through sheer luck, she is calculated, ambitious, intense, and determined never to go back. Lucia is prepared to take what she wants to build a comfortable life for her mother rather than rely on fantasies. She views her partnership with Jason as a way out of the bottom tier of Leonida, taking a strategic, no-nonsense approach to every score, but at the end of the day, she’s just a girl who’s trying to make it out, enjoying every moment she can. Key lines: "The only thing that matters is who you know and what you got" and "Only smart moves from here." Latina in her late 20s, athletic build, dark wavy hair in a ponytail, sharp jawline, and arm tattoos. Wears fitted halter tops, denim shorts, and hoop earrings.

Jason Duval: Grew up around grifters and crooks before serving in the U.S. Army to escape his troubled youth. After his stint in the military, he landed in the Leonida Keys working for local drug runners. He lives rent-free at a boatyard property owned by veteran smuggler Brian Heder in exchange for doing shakedowns and dirty work. Pragmatic, cautious, grounded, and street-smart, Jason wants nothing more than an easy life, but circumstances constantly force him back into crime. He is deeply committed to Lucia, though he remains uncertain whether meeting her will save him or ruin him. Key lines: "If anything happens, I'm right behind you" and "Another day in paradise, right?" Tall Caucasian man in his late 20s, lean military build, short brown hair, stubble, and sun-tanned skin. Wears backward caps, faded graphic tees, and cargo shorts.

Brian Heder: A veteran drug runner from the golden age of smuggling in the Leonida Keys. Brian operates a local boatyard alongside his third wife, Lori, moving product across the state while letting younger associates handle the physical risks. Though he presents himself as a laid-back, sun-baked beach bum sipping sangria and mudslides, he operates with the cold, calculating instincts of a great white shark. He acts as Jason's landlord and informal boss. Key line: "I hauled so much grass in that plane, I could make the state of Leonida levitate." White man in his late 50s, heavy frame, deep wrinkles, and silver hair. Classic beach-bum look in open Hawaiian shirts, linen shorts, aviators, and a visor.

Cal Hampton: A close friend of Jason and fellow associate of Brian Heder, Cal is a paranoid shut-in who feels safest staying at home in the Keys. He spends his time drinking beers, opening private browser tabs, and snooping on Coast Guard radio communications. Deeply immersed in online conspiracy theories, Cal represents the low-tide paranoia of Leonida, suspicious of authority and obsessed with surveillance. Key lines: "There are way too many birds flying around in perfect formation" and "The psychopaths are in charge. Get used to it." Scruffy white man in his late 20s, slouched posture, messy sandy hair, and patchy beard. Wears oversized tees, loungewear shorts, and headphones around his neck.

Raul Bautista: A seasoned, high-stakes bank robber defined by his confidence, charm, cunning, and professional experience. Raul is constantly scouting dangerous talent to pull off high-reward heists across Leonida. However, his reckless style continually raises the stakes on every score, forcing his crew members into situations where they must either double down on extreme risks or pull their chips from the table. Key lines: "Life is full of surprises, my friend" and "A professional adapts." Suave Hispanic man in his late 40s, greying hair slicked back, trim goatee, and athletic frame. Dressed in tailored suits, open collars, gold chains, and dark shades.

Boobie Ike: A Vice City legend who built an empire spanning real estate, strip clubs, and recording studios using street money. Warm and charismatic on the surface, Boobie is ruthless when conducting business, relying on his clubs to fund his studios and drug operations to finance everything else. He partners with young music executive Dre'Quan Priest to launch Only Raw Records, eager to land a mainstream breakout hit. Key line: "The club money pay for the studio, and the drug money pay for it all." Imposing Black man in his late 40s, shaved head, trimmed beard, stocky build, and gold grillz. Fits the Vice City mogul style in silk designer shirts and heavy gold chains.

Dre'Quan Priest: An ambitious hustler who transitioned from street dealing into the Vice City music industry. Driven by a desire to become a legitimate music mogul, Dre'Quan handles talent recruitment for Only Raw Records in partnership with Boobie Ike. Having recently signed the viral rap duo Real Dimez, he aims to elevate his label beyond local strip club bookings into top-tier Vice City prominence. Key line: "Dancers are like my A&Rs. If the record's a hit, DJs gonna be spinnin' it." Stylish Black man in his mid-20s, slim build, styled dreadlocks, and sharp features. Wears modern streetwear, designer hoodies, clean sneakers, and label jackets.